Older drivers are putting more miles on the road during their golden years. Clinicians can then make recommendations about fitness to drive and appropriate referrals for rehabilitation or alternative transportation resources.
Dr. Ericka Tung, a Geriatrician at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, discusses her article which offers guidelines to patients, families, and the clinicians who counsel them, on assessing the safety of the older adult driver.
Many aging drivers feel that driving is their lifeline-but how do we know when an older driver is no longer safe on the road? Learn about the many variables that impact driving ability and how to develop solutions.
WebMD drug interaction checker. Always consult with a medical professional with how your medications will affect driving.
SeniorLiving.org has successful strategies to help develop, plan, and create your personal transportation plan.
Finding alternatives for times, you can't get your loved ones where they need to go likely will require some research. The types of transit available differ widely from location to location.
Driving is SO important to older adults. When it comes a time when your loved one can no longer driver it is helpful to be clear on what types of transportation options are available for your aging parent so they can remain independent