2023 Author: Eric Donovan | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-05-21 15:44
Older drivers do not necessarily notice whether they are still fit to drive. Since the close relatives are also unsure about this topic, outside help should be sought.
Driving a car is often associated with uncertainty in old age. This is not necessarily noticed by the driver himself, but by those who ride regularly. Christine Sowinski from the Kuratorium Deutsche Altershilfe advises those who, for example, feel unsafe and afraid of their partner in the passenger seat, should avoid riding there.
Only: Tell the other person clearly that you can no longer cope with their driving style? "That can be very offensive." Sowinski suggests - but only in the case of family members - to get the family doctor on board and ask him to bring up the issue. He can then recommend, for example, to surrender the driver's license due to illness. "The doctor has a different authority and advice is less offensive from him."
Taxi or public transport as alternatives
However, Sowinski considers criticism that is related to the moment to be okay. "Drive slower, I'm scared" - that works.
If that doesn't help, you can treat yourself to a taxi or switch to bus and train. Because: "You shouldn't get into the car anywhere where you feel unsafe." (dpa / tmn)
