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Seniors &
Driving Safety
How to Help an Older Driver Understand each individual’s
strengths and weakness Communicate openly and
respectfully Plan early – medical check-ups and
driving assessments, choose a safer car, identify alternative transport
How age affects Driving Sensing – vision, field of vision,
need for more light – reduced hearing also
Deciding – processing all that information slows as we get older
Acting on decisions slows
Impact of Medications on Driving Drowsiness Energy reducers
Ride Along Assessments Does the driver NOT buckle up? Does the driver have problems with
the pedals? Does the driver having problems
with merging traffic? Does the driver get lost or
disoriented easily, even in familiar places?
Helping an Older Driver Cope Schedule regular check-ups and eye
exams Encourage regular exercise Choose the right car Suggest a refresher course Agreeing on safe limits
Retiring from Driving Explore public transportation Enlist help and start a car pool Be supportive
Older drivers give less credibility to family members who criticize their
driving.
Accepting of suggestions from law enforcement officers, doctors, and
friends.
Thanks for your time!
Driving Graphics from “How to Help an Older Driver”AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety
http://www.aaafoundation.org/pdf/ODlarge.pdf