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Deanos Senior Transit
How to Identify Loneliness in Your Loved One
March 19, 2021 Feelings of isolation or a disconnect from others can affect anyone but are usually short-lived. These feelings, while brief, are not typically cause for alarm. However, lonely seniors may experience a mental and physical decline, especially if the feelings of loneliness go unchecked. While loneliness is not always apparent (even the senior may not recognize it), there are warning signs adult children can look for to determine...
How to Convince Your Loved One to Stop Driving
March 19, 2021 For most of us, driving offers independence, and no matter the age, a loss of this privilege can be devastating. However, this is a necessary decision when a loved one's driving poses a risk for themselves and others on the road. Age alone should not determine driving capabilities, but consideration must be given for health conditions that may affect decision-making, reaction time, memory, sight and hearing abilities,...
How to Tell if it is Time for a Loved One to Stop Driving
March 19, 2021 Anyone with a family member who is a senior citizen that still drives likely worries each time they get behind the wheel. Safety is likely always a priority for anyone that is a caregiver. But how can you tell if it is time for a loved one to stop driving? Unfortunately, this is a hard discussion to have for many people and might be one of the...
Senior Transportation Helps Maintain Independence
For many seniors, a quality life means having the ability to see friends and family, run errands, attend events, and visit healthcare professionals when needed. Maintaining an independent lifestyle is essential even when there is no longer the desire or ability to drive. Access to safe, reliable transportation helps seniors maintain a sense of independence and quality of life. The experienced and courteous drivers at Deano's Senior Transit provide older adults with the level of mobility and freedom they want. A Sense of Independence Independence...
When Should Seniors Stop Driving?
As we age, many different changes occur within our brains and body that could impact whether we can drive safely. No two people develop into their golden years the same and no set age defines the inability to successfully operate a motor vehicle; however, it is important to carefully observe the driving habits of your loved one while looking for warning signs that they may need to hang up their keys and invest in...