Have You Checked In On Your Older Loved One Lately? “Driving”
Have you checked in on your older in-laws and parents lately? The holiday season affords a good opportunity for you to see them and observe how they are doing. Here are a few things you should consider when you see them.
Driving
If your older loved one is still driving, find an excuse to ride with them, and observe their behind-the-wheel skills. Check to see if there are any obvious dents o right hand turns if at all possible.
These are all signs that it may be time to reduce the need for the older person to drive, if possible. You could suggest to them that in addition to not driving at night, that they should drive only during non-commute hours. You could also look into alternative transportation services for them, such as local buses, taxis and Uber or Lyft. Rossmoor has a bus, and there are dial-a-bus services available. If you have the time, you could offer to take your older loved ones to their errands and appointments.