You might be asked to copy a particular design or to count backwards from 100 by sevens. The aim of these tests is not to get every older driver off the road. Instead, if problem drivers can be identified, some of them could then receive training to improve their driving skills. Unfortunately, others cannot be helped by training and will have to stop driving. When planning for retirement, you should think about how you d get around if you were no longer able to drive.
Some communities provide low-cost bus or taxi service for older people.
Some offer carpools or transportation on request. Religious groups sometimes have volunteers who take seniors where they need to go. If such services are not available in your community, taxis may seem too expensive to use often. Remember that you won t have a car to maintain any longer. You can contact your local Agency on Aging to learn about transportation services available in your area.