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It’s a sensitive issue, because like everyone else, older adults depend on driving to maintain their independence and keep doing all the things they need and want to do.  \nMost seniors are safe drivers. Their safety  \nbelt usage is high, and they have low rates of violations for speeding, reckless driving, and alcohol-related incidents. However, as they age, their risk of being involved in an accident increases with each year of age. There are reasons why driving presents particular challenges to older people, including:  \n• Changes in vision, cognition, and physical function  \n• Medical conditions  \n• The use of medications.  \nMany seniors voluntarily limit their driving under certain circumstances, particularly when they realize their vision has changed and they don’t see as well at night or in bad weather. Others, however, may be reluctant to stop driving because the thought of losing their independence is too threatening, and they may fear becoming isolated, lonely, and dependent on family or friends. In addition, any changes in vision or physical function may have happened slowly overtime so they don’t realize they’re no longer as safe behind the wheel. The task of bringing up this delicate issue may then fall to a family member, friend, or caregiver.  \n03  \nIt’s estimated that by 2030, 71 million Americans will be over age 65, and many of them will still be driving. The question of whether they should limit their driving or stop altogether is one that more and more seniors and their families will face. Conversations about this important safety issue are not easy. Your parent or relative may resent discussing the topic or resist admitting to any problems with driving. The question needs to be handled with tact and diplomacy.  \n04  \nIt’s best to plan ahead so you can prepare your family member for the daywhen he or she needs to stop driving.  \nA Gradual Approach  \nIt’s best to plan ahead so you can prepare your family member for the daywhen he or she needs to stop driving.  \nIt’s best to plan ahead and discuss the issue before it becomes critical so you can prepare your family member for the daywhen he or she needs to stop driving. You might decide on a gradual approach so that the person accepts increasing restrictions on driving over a period of time. At first, for example, he or she may decide to avoid driving at night or during rush hour. Later on you may decide together that it’s best to limit driving to familiar nearby destinations such as stores, church, and friends’ homes. These gradual levels of restriction will ease the driver into the time when it becomes clear that driving should be stopped altogether.  \nIt’s also important to let the person know that he or she will still be able to get around. You can outline the alternative methods of transportation that are available, including any family members or friends who are willing to help out as well as other private and public sources of help. See the Resources section at the end for an overview of alternative transportation resources in Tennessee.  \nThis booklet is intended to help you through the process of discussing this important subject with your family member. It outlines the issues involved and offers advice and resources","cbCaisWuoHshvomK","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaisWuoHshvomK","pdf",8621887,21,"English","# Is It Time to Stop Driving?\n## A Gradual Approach\n## It’s All About Safety\n## Adaptations\n## An Ongoing Conversation\n## Be Prepared\n## When It’s Time to Stop Driving\n## The Decision\n## Alternatives\n## Public Transportation\n## Resources in Tennessee Urban Transit Systems\n## Rural Transit Systems\n## Tennessee Area Agencies\n## On Aging and Disability Other Agencies\n## Notes\n## Tennessee Coalition for the Enhancement of Senior Drivers","[{\"question\":\"How can caregivers and families talk about driving concerns tactfully?\",\"answer\":\"The document recommends handling the conversation with tact and diplomacy, planning ahead before it becomes critical, and using a gradual approach so the person can accept increasing restrictions while still having ways to get around.\"}]","DRIVER SAFETY FOR TENNESSEE’S SENIORS - A resource for family members and caregivers - Index | PDF",1790680546,53]