Taking the Keys From Senior Drivers

Last updated: 07-Nov-2008

If you’re convinced that a family member poses a serious safety risk but refuses to stop driving, it’s important to act -- especially if the person you care about is no longer mentally competent. It’s just as important, though, to understand how to approach such an emotionally charged topic.

Driving: Get Help for Seniors by Using Authority Figures and Friends

If you've talked to the person you're caring for about giving up driving and he refuses to listen, it's time to seek help. One effective way is to use authority figures, friends, and others in your community to help persuade him.

Driving Safety: Using State DMVs

If you're worried about whether the person in your care is driving safely, using your state DMV (Department of Motor Vehicles) resources may help. Many state DMVs now have websites that offer information and resources on seniors and driving issues, including driver-improvement programs and driver self-assessments...

What should you do if you've monitored your parents' driving and are persuaded that they pose a risk, but they refuse to stop driving?

State-by-State Driving Laws for the Elderly

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Why Giving Up the Car Keys Is Such a Loaded Issue

Driving cessation is a major milestone in a person's life, and it's important not to underestimate how devastating it can be. You'll be better prepared to help your parents or other loved ones face this life change if you know what to expect.

Taking Away the Car Keys: Last-Resort Tactics

If you're caring for someone who's no longer safe behind the wheel, and you've tried talking to him and getting backup but he still refuses to stop driving, it's time for some last-resort tactics.