America’s Aging Drivers In 1946 3.4 million babies were born. This was 20 percent more than in 1945. It was also the beginning of the “baby boom.” Then in 1947, another 3.8 million babies were born. After that in 1957 3.9 million babies were born. Finally, between 1954 through 1964, 4 million babies were born. […]
An Accident Close To Home A colleague suggested I interview her friend, a twenty something entrepreneur injured in a car accident. Why interview someone about an accident? The individual who hit her car was a ninety-four year old experienced driver. A Surprise Accident As I set up the interview she asked I not share her name […]
Thoughts on Driving After Sixty Driving? When do you talk to experienced drivers about alternative transportation? The folks at Home Instead Senior Care suggest the “40-70 Rule.” This means if you are 40, or your parents are 70 it is time to talk. The rule makes sense and so does doing research before talking. Create a Transportation Plan Similar to […]
Finding Rides For Aging Drivers Can you help me get a ride? I’m 76 years old, blind and wheelchair-bound. That was the inspiration for this “How To post” for individuals and family members searching for transportation. Five Resources to Kickstart Your Search 1. Find out the riders Zip Code – Senior transportation programs and services […]
After the Car Keys Talk Did you know on average, men outlive their ability to drive a car by six years and women outlive their ability by ten years? Can you imagine a decade when you can no longer drive? Read the excerpt from the new book Freewheeling after Sixty and explore how experienced drivers can boost […]