Recently available studies have confirmed that older drivers are more inclined than any other drivers to be in car accidents.
Some states are now making driving tests for seniors or for people who have been in three or more accidents in one year, mandatory. This is because elderly drivers are more vulnerable to either being injured or killed. Statistically, older people are more frequently in hazardous or fatal wrecks than any other ages. The best way to efficiently make certain that the unsafe drivers are off the roads is for them to be required to take a test to see who should and who shouldn’t be driving. A few see this as bias, while many others see it as a peace of mind and a way to know for sure that their loved one will be safe while on the road. Many people, especially those with older family members, are already mindful of the possible dangers.
A terrific substitute for keeping your elderly parent or loved one safe is to use a home care agency that will provide transportation. Home care agencies not only make available transportation but more to the point they offer the chance for individuals to keep their independence. This also helps prevent seclusion and assists them to continue to get around to their own doctor appointments as well as run their own errands.
There are many unique ways to find out how to get assistance in your community. Make contact with your local Area Agency on Aging. If they do not offer transportation, they can help you learn more about your options in order to find someone who does. There are also door-to-door services in most areas and driver volunteers. The door-to-door service do require you to call and give them notice on what your plans are but this may offer the most flexibility.
However, if you are more interested in paying a fee for each designated stop you should ask about a fixed route. The fees charged are discounted at senior citizen rates and in some cases are actually free. The option available with driver volunteers usually is a great option for people who need to be taken to a specific place at certain times such as doctor appointments or senior centers. For more information you can call the National Transit Hotline Toll Free at 1-800-527-8279, they can provide you with a list of local home care agencies that can help you find the right alternative to fit your specific needs.
For information about how Family Bridges Home Care can help your family with in Cincinnati OH, or the surrounding areas, call our caregivers today, (513) 531-9600. We provide home care and assistance to veterans, and the disabled in our community.