Many people love driving, but not daily for purposes of carrying out chores. Those who are independent living in Terrytown, LA can use the custom transportation services we use to help our guests move around with ease. This is more comfortable and reduces the need to drive unnecessarily. There are many reasons why a retiree should consider letting driving take a back seat. Eventually, it all boils down to keeping them and other road users safe. Some of the facts that you can use to convince a retiree to stop driving include:
Providing Alternative Means of Transport
Many people spend a sizable proportion of their time driving. Asking them to stop is akin to taking away their independence. To encourage a retiree to consider not driving anymore, it would be more compelling to provide them with an alternative means of getting around. When living in our retirement community, our Connections Transportation exclusive program is an effortless way to allow guests to access fast, safe transport services with ease. They can pair this with our concierge services to make planning for and going to events much easier, safer, and more comfortable.
Make the Medical Implications Clear
Sometimes, it is not worth it to drive for a retiree because of medical conditions. These are usually complications such as cataracts and reduced visual acuity both of which can be brought about by aging. Having poor vision can reduce the safety of any driver. Taking a loved one to a doctor and having them diagnosed with these conditions can help them understand the stakes involved in driving without having these problems sorted out. A doctor can also convince them to stop driving for their own sake as well as for the sake of other drivers and pedestrians on the road.
Have an Honest Conversation with Them
Having some empathy goes a long way in helping a loved one understand your point of view about driving. If you want them to stop driving, avoid making orders. Talk to them in a calm and understanding manner and attempt to see things from their perspective. This can help you convince them to stop driving while finding solutions to some of the problems that they sort out through driving. These could include getting a vehicle that is chauffeured and explaining the benefits of being a passenger in their car rather than having to drive every time.
Consider a Senior Driving Test
In many cases, it is wise to take a loved one to have a senior driving test to ascertain their degree of responsibility as a driver. If it turns out that they are not safe drivers, it may make them less prone to resist the prospect of giving up driving. It may also dawn on them that they may be a hazard to other drivers and pedestrians on the road.
Having your loved ones live in our retirement community will guarantee no need for them to drive anywhere. We put in place many systems to ensure that they get to where they need easily and provide many amenities so that they do not have to struggle to live a happy life.
