Resources for Patients

For many, a driver's license symbolizes independence. The decision to retire from driving can have both practical and emotional implications on one's life. Physicians can assist their patients in the transition to a life without driving by providing information on local services to patients and their caregivers.

The AMA has created the following materials for physicians to help facilitate discussion with patients and caregivers on driving safety. The following PDF files require Adobe® Reader® to view.

Am I a safe driver? (PDF, 115KB) is designed help patients assess their own driving skills and increase self-awareness of driving safety.

Tips for safe driving (PDF, 159KB) is a tip sheet that provides guidance to patients on being a responsible and safe driver.

Getting by without driving  (PDF, 186KB) provides numerous ideas on how to accomplish everyday activities without driving a car and information on locating alternative transportation.

How to help the older driver (PDF, 191KB) provides information to family members and caregivers on how to help a loved one with driving retirement.

Successful aging tips  (PDF, 160KB) is a list of general recommendations for staying fit and healthy in later years.

Additional resources:
Alzheimer's Association 
American Association for Retired Persons (AARP)   
Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists (ADED) 
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)