Japan instituted a policy requiring older drivers who fail a cognitive impairment test to visit a physician before they renew their license. It led to increased safety for older motorists and more injuries to older pedestrians, research says.
that found that the crash rate of older drivers with mild dementia was higher than that of control groups of older adults who are healthy and who have very mild dementia.Many people have to give up driving because of medical conditions, age-related issues or other reasons. Here are ways to make that transition smoother.to find alternatives for aging loved ones with medical conditions such as cataracts or Alzheimer’s disease.
“It’s the pits,” Myrna says of life after driving, citing an unwalkable neighborhood and fears she won’t be able to get away during a fire or other emergency. Her daughter has been ferrying her to social engagements and helping her feel less isolated, but Myrna says she’s lost a cherished sense of freedom and spontaneity.Plan for future transportation needs:
, a website that helps people create a “driving retirement plan,” experiment with new forms of transportation such as ride booking and access information about research related to older drivers.“We need a better way to assess all drivers,” Inada says. State laws vary, but screening can involve testing eyesight, on-road performance, knowledge of traffic laws and a review of medical conditions.
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