Level 1. When driving safety is not an immediate concern, the objectives of conversations are to: (a) gain useful information, (b) make driving an acceptable topic for conversation, and (c) lay the foundation for later conversations.
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Who initiates the conversation? |
When are opportunities to talk? |
What is discussed? |
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Anyone in the family |
Anytime; a natural part of conversation. Examples: Weather reports about road conditions News reports about an accident Someone else stops driving |
General road or traffic conditions Meaning of driving Trips or errands made Expense of having a car |
Level 2. When driving safety is an immediate concern, the objective is for a family member to make a change, either restricting or stopping driving.
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Who? |
When? |
What? |
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Relationship to driver: If married: Spouse usually preferred; then adult child or doctor If not married: Either an adult child or doctor Last resort: Police or government official Characteristics of relationship: q Person who is thought to have best interest in mind q Person who knows driving ability q Person who knows physical condition |
Changes in medications* Changes in health status* Got lost driving in a familiar place* Traffic ticket q Car accident q Doctor’s visit * These are the top reasons older drivers think a conversation about driving is appropriate. |
Observations of warning signs Meaning of driving Transportation needs and alternatives, especially family support. q Advantages of limiting or stopping driving q Potential risks to self or others q Need to restrict driving q Need to stop driving |
Personal Conversation Plan
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Who in your family is the one most likely to be heard? |
What upcoming opportunities do you have for conversations? |
What do you want to accomplish in your next conversation? |
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