• Why dementia and driving is a difficult issue
• Assessing concerns about driving behavior
• Monitoring driving behavior
• Easing the transition from driver to passenger
• Having positive and productive conversations
• Seeking help from outside sources
• Understanding how family relationships affect driving decisions
• Advice from caregivers who made this decision

More than 5 million people in the U.S. are afflicted with dementia, with Alzheimer's Disease being the most common form. Deciding when to limit or stop driving can be a confusing issue for individuals diagnosed with dementia and their caregivers. Earlier diagnosis and better medications may allow people to drive longer, further complicating the decision. Most information about dementia warns against driving, but does not describe when or how to stop.

The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. and the MIT AgeLab have developed this guide to help people with dementia and their families prolong independence while encouraging safe driving. This guide provides suggestions for monitoring, limiting, and stopping driving. The information incorporates the experiences of family caregivers and people with dementia, as well as suggestions from experts in medicine, gerontology and transportation.