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Savvy Senior: How to convince an elderly parent to stop driving

Dear Savvy Senior,

What is the best way to deal with older drivers who probably shouldn’t be driving anymore? My dad, who’s 86, is bound and determined to keep driving as long as he’s alive.

Backseat Daughter

Dear Backseat,

For many families, talking to an elderly parent about giving up the car keys can be a very difficult and sensitive topic. While there’s no one way to handle this issue, here ar...