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Seniors and their driver's license

The issue about older adults and safe driving is a big concerns. Professional screening and testing can help determine whether or not a senior should discontinue driving.

The most common restrictions for older drivers are

  • No freeway driving
  • Driving a vehicle with an additional right side mirror
  • Driving from sunrise to sunset (no nighttime driving)
  • Time of day restriction (for example, not during rush hour traffic)
  • Using adequate support to ensure proper driving position
  • Area restriction
  • Wearing bioptic telescopic lens when driving/restricted to driving from sunrise to sunset

 

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