As we get older lots of things change- our hearing, eyesight, memory and reflexes are just a few, and those changes can affect our driving.

Here are some things you can do to help be a safe driver:

·Have regular checkups and talk to your doctor about any ailments or medications and how they can affect your driving.

·If you feel different after taking a prescription, over-the-counter medication, drinking alcohol, using medical marijuana or illegal drugs- don’t drive. Using these might impair your driving ability which could result in a DUI charge.

·If you are finding it more difficult to drive, then don’t. Talk to your family and friends about alternatives to driving.

·Attend a CarFit event to help make sure you and your vehicle are a good fit with seat belts, mirrors and more.

It can be a difficult decision to finally retire your driver’s license, but that decision could save your life or the life of someone else by doing so.

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Editor’s notes: For questions or comments, or to schedule an older driver presentation, email Tracy Fox, traffic safety coordinator, at tfox@hsnetwork.org. You can also follow me on Facebook @safetyfox or on Instagram at highwaysafetynetworkd5. This is a PennDOT funded project.