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So how do you being a conversation with an older person about whether it is time to stop driving? Begin collecting information. Take a ride with the driver. Ask yourself would you let your 5 year old grandchild be in the car with them? Get a driving evaluation (cost $300-$500)that will test cognition, reflexes, vision, flexibility, and visual attention. Has the Senior been in “close calls” or got lost while driving. Take a walk around their vehicle and look for dents and scrapes. Seniors have may difficulty turning to check over their shoulder while backing up or changing lanes. Has the Senior received multiple traffic tickets or warnings from law enforcement offers? All of these could be warning sign tells about driving problems. Continue reading →