Seniors & Driving: Signs to Be Aware Of

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Seniors & Driving: Signs to Be Aware Of When there’s a senior in your life, you start to worry about their driving habits. Not only do our reflexes start to slow as we age, but cognitive decline and other health conditions can make driving a dangerous task for seniors. Caregivers should frequently assess their loved one’s driving ability and provide senior care strategies to help them get where they want to go safely.

Seniors & Driving Signs That Your Senior Loved One Can No Longer Drive Safely If your senior loved one exhibits these signs, talk to them about their driving habits and find other ways for them to get around: Failing to signal properly Driving too quickly or slowly Failing to adjust driving for weather conditions Refusing to allow family members or friends to ride with them iCare Home Health Services Inc., 2275 Upper Middle Rd. E., Suite 101,OakvilleOntarioL6H 0C3,Telephone: (905) 491-6941, Email:Info@icarehomehealth.ca Website:www.icarehomehealth.ca


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