Families and Caregivers
Familys & Caregivers: Worried about Mom’s Driving?
Are you worried about Mom’s driving? Yesterday, a loving adult daughter called me. Over the holiday weekend, she enjoyed lots of time with her parents and siblings. She said it was so wonderful, but she walked away with some concerns about her mom’s health. The daughter told me that her mom was diagnosed with…
Read MoreDrivers: I will Advocate for You
If you want to drive, and you have the skills and determination, I will be an advocate for you! Even if it means spending hours at the Department of Motor Vehicle Transportation so you can obtain your updated driver’s license! I will advocate for you! Six months ago, I stepped complete out of my…
Read MoreDrivers: 4 Safety Tips to Keep You Safe this Autumn
Autumn is here! As you head out to enjoy that fall foliage, here are 4 tips to keep you safe this season: Give your vehicle a checkup Time to give your car a little extra tender loving care. Clean your windows & head lights for improved visibility. Check your tire pressure (tires lose pressure as…
Read MoreFamilies & Caregivers: When Should We Approach the Topic of Driving Retirement?
Regardless of age, many people consider driving to be a freedom or right. When it comes to older adults, however, driving conversations have focused on ‘taking the keys’ and other messages of driving cessation, also known as driving retirement. Stories of older adults involved in crashes have been sensationalized in the media. No wonder drivers,…
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