Need to Know: Driving with Dementia
Many people believe that a diagnosis of dementia means you cannot drive… This doesn’t have to be the case! Herts Ability is always happy and proud to support people with dementia in staying independent and continuing to drive. Here’s how we can help…
A driving assessment can give you and your family peace of mind, knowing that you are safe behind the wheel.
Our Assessment teams consisting of an Occupational Therapist and a DVSA Approved Driving Instructor will give a warm welcome at our assessment centres across Beds, Herts, Essex and London!
Following a brief eyesight check, our team will have a chat with you in one of our comfortable offices, and find out how you feel about driving, your concerns and your fears.
Once you’re ready, we’ll take you out in one of our cars to make sure that you’re managing ok. It isn’t a driving test and we do not need perfection.
All we want to see is that you, your loved ones, and other road users remain safe.
As Dementia Friends, we may not totally understand how you feel as an individual, but we’ll give you time and space to express yourself and treat you with the respect you deserve.
We can offer coping strategies to help manage your Dementia symptoms and support you in implementing them.
Of course, the day may come when you need to retire from driving.
The Herts Ability teams will help you prepare for this and support you in remaining independent by using alternatives to driving.
If you are concerned about continuing to drive with dementia or if you are worried about a friend or relative with dementia, simply call 01707 324 581 or email driving@hertsability.org.uk and we will guide you all the way!
