Caring for Parents and Driving Miss Daisy by Carrie L. Hill Ph.D
If you are caring for parents, are you worried about whether it's safe
for them to continue driving? This eldercare issue is a tough one
because we need to balance safety with our parent's desire for
independent living.
Physical Issues That Can Affect Driving
According to an article in New Jersey Jewish News, 90% of our driving ability is related to 
vision. Because older people are more likely to develop conditions such as macular degeneration and cataracts, vision problems may affect their driving safety. Those caring for parents need to be aware of vision problems that may make independent living more difficult. Be sure to include eye appointments with your other eldercare appointments.
Red Flags That May Signal Driving Problems
When caring for parents, keep an eye out for these red flags that may signal that it's time for your parent's driving ability to be reevaluated:
