Kirsten sits down with occupational therapist and driving rehabilitation specialist, Denise Kaplan, for an insightful conversation about driving as we age—when to start talking about giving up the keys, how to assess driving abilities, and ways to safely extend time on the road. Together, they explore the emotional and practical sides of this major life transition, offering guidance for families navigating one of the toughest conversations around aging.

Visit https://adaptivedrivinglittleton.com/ to learn more about Denise's work.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

CarFit: https://car-fit.org/

The Hartford: https://www.thehartford.com/resources/mature-market-excellence/driving-safety

Additional Resources:

AAA's Articles on Vulnerable Road Users: https://aaafoundation.org/category/vulnerable-road-users/

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Guide to Assessing and Counseling Older Drivers: https://www.nhtsa.gov/sites/nhtsa.gov/files/812228_cliniciansguidetoolderdrivers.pdf

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