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DRIVING TIPS FOR SENIORS Prepared By : Manas Home care www.manashomecare.com

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As we grow old, our driving skills go for a toss because our vision and concentration start deteriorating. One needs to recognize and accept that he has grown old now and cannot drive anymore like he always did. . If a senior in Edmonton continues driving in the same way, it can be fatal to his and his co-drivers’ lives.

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DRIVING TIPS FOR SENIORS

Prepared By : Manas Home carewww.manashomecare.com

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As we grow old, our driving skills go for a tossbecause our vision and concentration startdeteriorating. One needs to recognize and acceptthat he has grown old now and cannot driveanymore like he always did. . If a senior inEdmonton continues driving in the same way, itcan be fatal to his and his co-drivers’ lives.

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Some tips and suggestion can definitely improve the driving skills of an elderly person.

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Absorb and accept the effects of aging on your body and driving skills.

Your vision, hearing ability, muscle reflexes and judgment skills weaken as you age.

Your strength, hand-eye and mind-hand coordination reduces which can make it difficult for you to control a car and avoid accidents.

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Hire a professionaldriver for longerdistance and drivingin heavy traffic.

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Avoid the car drivingin crowded places.

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You go for regular check-ups and hire home care inEdmonton. Check your eyes & ear every monthlyfor safe driving.

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Make your car yourage-friendly

Install automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes and all those accessories

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Visit your mechanic regularly. Check regularlyyour car’s all parts.

Everything, from windows to headlights to steering, must be in perfect shape.

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For senior home care in Edmonton, avoiddriving as much as possible. If your destinationis accessible and can be covered on foot, startwalking. This way, you improve your healthtoo.

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Most stores deliver goods by ordering online or on phone. Find out about them and things will be delivered on your beck and call.

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You might be a flawless driver in your glory days but as you age, it is all right to admit that you cannot drive anymore. Talk to your loved one about it and be self-assured and confident as you are.