How to Approach Your Parents With Concerns About Their Driving Ability

By Connie Matthiessen, Caring.com senior editor

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ID:

3298

First Published:

30-Aug-2007

Last updated on

Monday June 09, 2008

Related Topics:

talk to my parents about driving , driving , communication , alternatives to driving , transportation , talk to my parent

Summary:

Giving up a driver's license is likely to be difficult for elderly parents. Learn how to approach and talk to elderly parents about driving safety.

2 Comments

1. Posted by Anonymous 5 months ago

   I always expected that when I had to talk to my father or mother about stopping driving that it would necessarily be one unpleasant confrontation. This article explained how the conversation can be conducted over time and provided topics for discussion. Very helpful!!

2. Posted by Anonymous 6 months ago

   I found the advice to be warm and supportive as well as helpful. I hope lots more families read this as it would minimize much angst and anger!!