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Caring for Someone with Alzheimer's

Safety Issues - Driving

Look for clues that safe driving is no longer possible, including getting lost in familiar places, driving too fast or too slow, disregarding traffic signs, or getting angry or confused.

Be sensitive to the person's feelings about losing the ability to drive, but be firm in your request that he or she no longer do so. Be consistent -- don't let the person drive on "good days" but forbid it on "bad days."

How Long Should Driving Continue? - opens in new window

"How Long Should Driving Continue?" [1 min 4 sec]

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