Savvy, Safe, Seventy Plus, and Behind The Wheel I am passionate about educating older adults about their transportation options. Which is why I wrote Freewheeling After Sixty. If you work with older adults you know the importance of transportation. In my talks, I share tips and resources to: Demonstrate how to use public transportation Demystify […]
Below are hyperlinks to various resources to keep you on the road safely. Resources: Experienced Driver Courses AAA Online Defensive Driving Course AARP Smart Driver Course California DMV Senior Drivers California DMV Sample Driver License Tests California DMV Senior Ombudsman Program Car-Fit Clearinghouse for Older Road User Safety – By State Drive Sharp Now Flexibility For […]
Resources: National Transportation Databases The links below are transportation databases. Use these to identify options in your community. 211 San Diego Eldercare Locator FACT San Diego Rides In Sight Resources: Ridesharing Service Providers These companies provide access to ridesharing services. Arrive Rides Go Go Grandparent
Carlsbad Senior Center Talk How does this affect my ability to drive? This is the question you must start asking your healthcare professional. While age is not the only factor determining your ability to drive your health is. In fact, vision loss and neuropathy are two major factor affecting aging drivers. What other transportation options do […]
Awareness Checklist Driving is a complex task and age may affect your ability to drive safely. However, by using our checklist you can identify and take action to improve your driving skills. First, begin the checklist by quickly naming your transportation concern. Next, in one word describe your concern. Now review our checklist and with […]
Get A Lyft When Lyft came on my radar I knew it was a game changer for elderly drivers. Now fast forward a handful of years and we are seeing the company forge partnerships with health care providers. However, if you are an adult child or work with older adults adoption of ridesharing is a […]
Public Transit A Health Choice For Aging Drivers While many of us gave up our bus pass for a driver license it’s time to rethink transportation. Surprisingly using public transit may extend your ability to drive. In addition, it may also add quality of life in retirement. Staying In Motion Many consider strength and agility […]
Paying for Senior Transportation What is the price of independence? If, you ask an older adult independence is priceless. In contrast asking how they are paying for priceless, it’s a new conversation. When we think about aging few of us consider transportation. Unfortunately, it’s a mistake and one you can avoid by learning more about the […]
Transportation for Elderly Parents When is the best time to find transportation for elderly parents? Five years ago was the best time to begin planning. Quickly may be the second best answer. While you may remember this famous Chinese proverb for tree planting its wisdom rings true with transportation. ASAP Transportation Perhaps it begins with […]
Collaborative Economy To Connect Seniors When you ask most people about an opportunity, they will say yes. By this I mean they want an opportunity. Almost four years ago as I sat in a San Francisco coffee shop surrounded by supporters of SideCar. The crowd was enthusiastic and excited to meet the state Public Utilities Commission. You […]