Older Drivers
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are older drivers safe drivers?
- What are some common mistakes of older drivers?
- Do older drivers get into a lot of car crashes?
- I’m 82 and still driving. Is that OK?
- My doctor just told me I have a cataract in my right eye. Is it still safe for me to drive?
- I just got a diagnosis of early–stage Alzheimer’s disease. Can I keep driving?
- Lately, I just feel like I’m slowing down and not always paying attention when I should be. What can I do to keep safe while driving?
- The label on my medicine bottle says, “Do not use while operating heavy machinery.” Does that mean I can’t drive?
- Driving at night makes me nervous. What can I do? I don’t want to give up going out at night.
- My car is 9 years old. Is it still safe?
- Can the state take away my driver’s license?
- Last week I ran a red light and got a ticket. Does that mean I’m a bad driver?
- How can I test my driving skills?
- What is a driver rehabilitation specialist?
- My daughter told me I should stop driving, but I disagree. Who’s right?
- When should I stop driving?
- If I stop driving, how am I going to get places?
- I live on a fixed income, so I don’t have a lot of money to spend on transportation. What are some low-cost options?
- How can I find out about transportation services in my community?