You’re not alone! Many caregivers face this difficult issue. The following questions and answers will help you understand the process of driving cessation for a person with dementia.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
2. Is driving safety in dementia a big problem?
3. Why is driving and dementia a problem in Nova Scotia?
4. What are the risks of driving with dementia?
5. What do I need to know to help a person with dementia to stop driving?
6. When should someone with dementia stop driving?
8. Is it possible that the driver will voluntarily stop driving?
10. What should I expect when going for testing at the Nova Scotia Rehabilitation Centre?
11. What should I expect when going for testing at DriveABLE™?
12. What should I expect when going for testing at the Registry of Motor Vehicles?
13. What happens after the doctor sends a letter to the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV)?
B: What information will the doctor send to the RMV?
C: What happens when the RMV receives a letter?
D: What kind of information is on a driving record?
E: What kind of further information could the RMV request?
F: What happens if the Deputy Registrar decides to suspend the license?
H: What happens if the Deputy Registrar asks for a driving re-examination?
I: If a driving re-examination is requested how soon will it have to be done?
J: Can a driver appeal the RMV’s decision?
K: What information is used in the hearing?
L: How does an appeal hearing work?
M: What are the possible outcomes of an appeal hearing?
N: If the license is permanently revoked, can the driver appeal this decision?
15. What do other caregivers say about dealing with driving safety and dementia?
