Fitness to Drive
Colorado’s Guide for Aging Drivers and Their Families is a practical resource designed to help older adults and their loved ones navigate changes in driving ability safely and confidently. The guide explains how aging can affect vision, reaction time, cognition, and physical mobility, while offering strategies to support continued safe driving for as long as possible. It also outlines warning signs that may indicate driving concerns and encourages proactive conversations between families and older drivers before safety becomes a crisis.
In addition to identifying risk factors, the guide connects readers with local support services such as Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists, Area Agencies on Aging, and transportation alternatives when driving is no longer the safest option. It also explains Colorado-specific licensing considerations, evaluation processes, and reexamination procedures so families understand what steps are available if concerns arise. By combining education, planning tools, and community resources, this guide helps older adults maintain independence while prioritizing safety for themselves and others on the road.
