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20 Warning Signs an Elderly Driver Is No Longer Safe Behind the Wheel
Driving helps older adults stay mobile and independent, but the risk of car accidents and injury increases with age. Look for these warning signs that it’s time for a senior to stop driving.
29 CommentsShould Someone With Dementia Be Driving?
Although changes in a loved one’s abilities may not be readily apparent, dementia and driving are a dangerous mix. Use these tips to tackle the issue of unsafe driving with a dementia patient.
34 CommentsHow to Discuss Unsafe Driving With a Senior
Older adults who have become increasingly dangerous on the road are often in denial about their driving issues and the risks they pose to themselves and others. Use these seven tips for discussing unsafe driving with an aging parent.
36 CommentsTaking the Keys Away: What to Do If a Senior Won't Stop Driving
Many family caregivers eventually realize that their aging loved ones are no longer fit to drive. If an elder refuses to stop driving and maintains that they’re still safe behind the wheel, you may need a backup plan for keeping them off the road.
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Driving Questions
My 83 year old father is fine most days, but then packs up his truck to leave. So far we have been able to stop him, is it time to take the truck?
6 Answersbrandee Answered Sep 27, 2024My mother is 100 with dementia and lives in assisted living. She was always on the go and very independent. Now, she still wants to go out. How can we ask that they stay closer to her facility?
13 AnswersJoAnn29 Answered Sep 27, 2024Can I get paid for taking care of my husband who is disabled in the state of Florida and or Virginia?
2 Answersfunkygrandma59 Answered Sep 22, 2024How do I get paid to take elderly neighbor to medical appointments?
5 AnswersAlvaDeer Answered Sep 20, 2024
Driving Discussions
When the caregiver has dementia.
22 Commentswaytomisery Commented Jul 11, 2024Stalled out on a busy highway, couldn't believe how impatient and rude the younger generation has become.
13 CommentsAnxietynacy Commented Jun 27, 2024What doctor can help?
7 CommentsAnxietynacy Commented Jun 15, 2024Can a home based aide drive my dad's car to take my elderly parents to appointments?
6 Commentsfreqflyer Commented Mar 2, 2024
Driving Related Topics
- Alzheimer's & Dementia
- Area Agency on Aging
- Cognitive Decline
- Dementia Behaviors
- Burnout
- Memory Loss
- Signs of Dementia
- Cancer
- Aging in Place
- Adult Day Care
- Mild Dementia
- Violent Behavior
- Caregiving
- Dementia Wandering
- Moderate Dementia
- Sundowner's Syndrome
- Early Onset Alzheimer's
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Chemotherapy
- Severe Dementia