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Seniors and driving: The importance of having early and frequent conversations with senior loved ones

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October 17, 2013
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The U.S. population aged 65 and older is estimated to increase from 47 million in 2015 to 72 million in 2030, according to U.S. Census data, meaning more senior drivers will be on the roads. This also means that more adult children may need to have difficult conversations with their aging parents about driving.

However, a new survey released by Liberty Mutual Insurance surfaces an important problem: Although more than half of baby boomer children of senior drivers are concerned about their parents’ driving abilities, few are actually having conversations with their parents about the issue – and nearly one third say they are likely to avoid the conversation entirely.

“Nine in 10 boomer children of senior drivers think it is important to have driving conversations with their aging parents, but few are taking action – thus, not addressing potential safety risks on the roads,” says David Melton, driving safety expert with Liberty Mutual Insurance and managing director of global safety. “Earlier and more frequent conversations about senior driving are essential.”

Boomers’ top concerns associated with senior driving include poor eyesight, poor hearing, slow driving and distracted driving. The survey even indicates that boomers are more concerned about their aging parents driving than they are about family members driving under the influence.

Despite these valid concerns, it’s still difficult for most boomers to know when and how to initiate a conversation about driving with their senior loved ones. Many predict that their parents will react negatively to the conversation, including being angry, hurt, or even more determined to keep driving.

Liberty Mutual Insurance offers tips for boomers to consider before and during conversations about driving with senior loved ones:

Before you talk:

* Take a ride with your parents and observe their driving. Watch their awareness of their driving environment. Do they have slow reaction times? Are there dents, close calls, tickets or warnings?

* Look into alternate transportation solutions and be prepared to discuss options. 

* Most importantly, make plans to discuss the topic early and frequently and set realistic expectations. It is likely that the matter will not be resolved with the first discussion.

During your talk:

* Consider beginning the conversation with a question about how your parent feels while driving.

* Listen to what your senior parent is saying and truly hear their concerns. Highlight your concern for their safety and the safety of others.

* Use a respectful tone and avoid getting drawn into an argument.

* Frame the conversation in a positive light, noting there are solutions to preserving mobility and independence when driving is no longer safe.

Senior driving will continue to be a prevalent national and global issue as our population ages. As this aging population grows, it’s increasingly critical for adult children to take the proper steps to have early and frequent conversations with their senior parents about driving.

“Aging is an inevitable occurrence that has several implications,” said Melton. “It’s important that we recognize that age can bring changes that impact one’s driving abilities. Each individual situation is unique, which is why Liberty Mutual Insurance encourages boomer children to talk openly with their parents about driving.”

For additional tips on talking to senior loved ones about driving and resources for seniors when driving is no longer an option, please visit www.LibertyMutual.com/seniordriving.


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