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​There are ways to gauge whether you can still safely drive, and transportation alternatives if you need to delegate driving.

Driving is one of the greatest symbols of independence and control we enjoy. So just how do you know when your parents should stop driving?

This book was designed as part of a Department of Design course at The Ohio State University in the Spring of 2017. The project was a blend of graduates and residents at the Ohio Living Westminsterthurber community center. 

The subject of driving for elders can get quite emotional. It is a symbol of independence and freedom. It can also be increasingly dangerous as we age.

Aging care blog post about how to report a parent to the DMV.

Arriving at a solution that alleviates family members’ concerns and satisfies a senior’s desire for autonomy requires patience, compromise, and a step-by-step approach.

Your healthcare provider or pharmacist can help if your medication is affecting your driving. Let them know if you’re having this side effect.

You can also ask the patient about ADLs, basic tasks such as feeding, dressing, grooming, and bathing, IADL, and more complex tasks that include driving, and using public transportation. 

Webinar: Rural-Specific Challenges and Rural Road Safety

The website hosted by the Georgia Department of Public Health describes the state's 55+ Driver Safety Program and its activities, including CarFit, Yellow Dot, an annual virtual workshop.