Seniors & driving safety

11
Seniors & Driving Safety

description

http://www.aaafoundation.org/pdf/ODlarge.pdfpresentation based on aaa foundation brochure

Transcript of Seniors & driving safety

Page 1: Seniors & driving safety

Seniors &

Driving Safety

Page 2: Seniors & driving safety

How to Help an Older Driver Understand each individual’s

strengths and weakness Communicate openly and

respectfully Plan early – medical check-ups and

driving assessments, choose a safer car, identify alternative transport

Page 3: Seniors & driving safety

How age affects Driving Sensing – vision, field of vision,

need for more light – reduced hearing also

Deciding – processing all that information slows as we get older

Acting on decisions slows

Page 4: Seniors & driving safety

Impact of Medications on Driving Drowsiness Energy reducers

Page 5: Seniors & driving safety

Ride Along Assessments Does the driver NOT buckle up? Does the driver have problems with

the pedals? Does the driver having problems

with merging traffic? Does the driver get lost or

disoriented easily, even in familiar places?

Page 6: Seniors & driving safety
Page 7: Seniors & driving safety

Helping an Older Driver Cope Schedule regular check-ups and eye

exams Encourage regular exercise Choose the right car Suggest a refresher course Agreeing on safe limits

Page 8: Seniors & driving safety
Page 9: Seniors & driving safety

Retiring from Driving Explore public transportation Enlist help and start a car pool Be supportive

Page 10: Seniors & driving safety

Older drivers give less credibility to family members who criticize their

driving.

Accepting of suggestions from law enforcement officers, doctors, and

friends.

Page 11: Seniors & driving safety

Thanks for your time!

Driving Graphics from “How to Help an Older Driver”AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety

http://www.aaafoundation.org/pdf/ODlarge.pdf