To sum up, there is a lot of bias against senior drivers as any collision involving
one behind the wheel, is blown out of proportion by the media and general population. It is wrong to automatically assume that roads would be much safer if senior drivers were kept away. Before snatching the car keys away from an elder driver make sure you are certain about his/her poor driving capabilities beyond reasonable doubt. Assessments for seniors are meant to help in this regard. If a senior is of sound physical and mental health and a careful driver on the road, do not stop him/her from driving. That can be terribly demoralizing and lead to depression and withdrawal. Instead, enroll him/her in a defensive driver class to help refresh driving skills and prepare him/her to tackle the road more confidently, for longer.