Below are some quick items to review when thinking about driving, or when working with an older driver.

Before you leave home:

• Plan to drive on streets you know.
• Only drive to places that are easy to get to and close to home.
• Avoid risky spots like ramps and left turns.
• Add extra time for travel if you must drive when conditions are poor.
• Limit how much you drive at night.
• Don’t drive when you are stressed or tired.

While you are driving:

• Always wear your seat belt and make sure your passengers wear their seat belts, too.
• Wear your glasses and/or hearing aid, if you use them.
• Stay off your cell phone.
• Avoid distractions such as eating, listening to the radio, or chatting.
• Make sure there is enough space behind your car. If someone follows you too closely, slow down and pull over if needed to let that person pass you.
• Use your window defrosters to keep both the front and back windows clear.
• Keep your headlights on at all times.

Car safety:

• Drive a car with air bags.
• Check your windshield wiper blades often and replace them when needed.
• Keep your headlights clean and aimed in the right direction.
• Think about getting hand controls for both the gas and brake pedals if you have leg problems.
• Keep your car in good repair to avoid problems on the road.