She was about to turn her car off, the next thing she remembers is that she ran over the cement block, knocked down the handicapped sign (it was completely under her car) and was up on the edge of the sidewalk. When she came to, about 5 or 6 people were around her car. A very nice man helped her pull her car forward. She did go into the grocery store and leave her name and number. She has not heard from them since. I have told her she should no longer drive. And, I have made arrangements for my husband or me to be at her condo at least 3 times a week to get her groceries, etc. I was afraid she would drive anyhow, so told her we should take her car to our place so that we can drive it and keep it in good condition. She said she wants to keep it at her place "just in case". I know she'll drive when she feels like it and I now feel so responsible. Anyone else been in this sick, sick situation. What should I do? My mom just celebrated her 96th birthday so it's not like I'm trying to stop a 60-year-old from driving. I just feel so responsible -- what if she had a blackout and killed a child! I almost wish she had not told me!
Thanks "You Go Girl" -- yes my mom is still driving and was doing well until these black out spells. We are actually going to her doctor's this Wednesday -- hopefully he'll have some suggestions. I think my mom hates giving up her independence and I can understand that but I can't just stand by and let her hurt other people. It is a hard decision. I hope my daughter never has to do this.
P.S. My husband has always joked that my mom is definite proof that the good die young -- she seems to get more spunkier with age! However, she's finally slowing down and it's sad.
Thanks "You Go Girl" -- yes my mom is still driving and was doing well until these black out spells. We are actually going to her doctor's this Wednesday -- hopefully he'll have some suggestions. I think my mom hates giving up her independence and I can understand that but I can't just stand by and let her hurt other people. It is a hard decision. I hope my daughter never has to do this.
P.S. My husband has always joked that my mom is definite proof that the good die young -- she seems to get more spunkier with age! However, she's finally slowing down and it's sad.