driving Archives – Aging Life Care Association

How to Recognize When It’s Time for Older Adults to Stop Driving

September 28, 2017Aging Well, Care Recipients, Caregiving, Family Membersdifficult, driving, driving safety, family, safety ALCA Marketing

One of the most difficult conversations caregivers can have with their older loved ones concerns driving. Telling someone they are no longer safe to drive can result in hurt feelings, resentment, and arguments. ALCA member Susan Birenbaum addresses these concerns and directs caregivers to useful resources. How to Recognize When It’s Time for Older Adults … Continue reading How to Recognize When It’s Time for Older Adults to Stop Driving →

Aging Parents and Driving: Having the Tough Conversation

November 12, 2015Aging Life Care Professionals, Aging ParentsAging Life Care Experts, driving, Taking Away the Keys Callie Daters

As an Aging Life Care Professional™, I’ve seen it first-hand – adult children would rather talk about finances and death with their parents than ask them to retire the car keys. Keep reading for more on how to spot the signs of risky driving, how to have the tough conversation, and ways you can help … Continue reading Aging Parents and Driving: Having the Tough Conversation →