Who Should Decide When Someone Stops Driving?

Losing the car keys can feel like losing a piece of yourself. For many people, driving isn’t just transportation—it’s independence, identity, and connection to the world. But after a stroke, a fall, vision changes, or early dementia, families are often left asking a difficult question: Is it still safe to drive?In this special 100th episode of CareLab, we’re joined by occupational therapist and driving rehabilitation specialist Kristen Lienhop to unpack what really happens when driving ability changes. We talk about how driving is evaluated, the surprising number of skills it actually requires, and why a comprehensive driving evaluation can help people stay safely on the road longer.Find more from Kristin at http://www.limitlessathome.comFind driving rehabilitation specialists near you at: https://www.aded.net/page/725Download a sample driver planning agreement at: https://exchange.aaa.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/Driver-Planning-Agreement.pdfFind Care Equipment solutions at https://www.asksamie.com/Find Caregiver Training at https://www.higherstandardscaregivertraining.com/https://www.carelabpodcast.com/Disclaimer: The following CareLab podcast does not provide health or medical advice. All content is provided for informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to speak with their healthcare provider for specific healthcare advice, and are wholly responsible for the outcome of implementing any tips or information presented.