Eighty-six percent of respondents to a recent AAA survey said they were “concerned” about their elderly parent’s ability to drive. Thirty-nine percent said they were “very concerned.” Assessing a mature driver’s abilities and possibly one day making the decision to take away the keys is a decision that often will involve many people. It may be necessary to discuss the issue with the spouse, other family members, and health care professionals. The important steps are:

The important steps are:

1. Early Planning
2. Communication
3. Skills Assessment