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Elderly Driving can be Dangerous

by Sheri
(Ft. Wayne, IN)

The Elderly Driving subject is beginning to be a problem with my dad. I feel the independent nature of driving and the potential of taking that away from him is stressing him out in a big way. When I bring up the subject he really goes off and dismisses the statement like I don't know what I am talking about. I am fearful as I see or read that some elderly driver has hurt or killed someone while pressing on the wrong pedal or drove through a crowd. Makes me shudder to think. I bring this subject up at least once a week and i thing I maybe making some headway as I spoke to him about the various accidents that have happened at it seemed to really take effect. So, I am talking to him without griping and hope soon he will allow me to drive him places instead.




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by: Anonymous

My dad hid his heart attack symptoms from his doctor to keep his drivers' license. He told my mom not to say anything so the doctor can sign the medical certification for the driver's license. 10 days later, he collapsed and died of a heart arrest that could have been prevented if he would seek medical help, but he would not to keep his license. I miss him dearly and I cry every day.
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by: Anonymous

Oh, my. I wish I could take that approach. My 84 yr old mother has very limited hearing, impaired cognitive functions, significant memory problems, medication side effects including muscle aches and light headedness....all of which she says are not the case when she gets behind the wheel. She too, becomes angry when the subject comes up. It is all so cliche. I am heading back this week for my third trip to her state (she lives alone, too), to try to address the driving issue. I think we are just waiting to get the call about the accident. What is wrong with us?!

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