In Pennsylvania, yes physicians have to notify the dmv of anyone who has been diagnosed as having a condition that could impair his/her ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. In our situation, it was not done right away, but after a neurocognitive testing that was recommended by our neurologist was complete our neurologist advised that they would have to notify PA department of motor vehicles, and then my husband would probably have to take a drivers examination. I opted to get my husband to let me take over the driving, as I was concerned over liability. Its been seven years now, and he still periodically complains that I took his driving privileges away. I remind him that the doctor did, but the next time he complains he will blame me.

Every state has their own laws. I would google what your state laws are concerning doctors reporting of disabilities that could impair driving.

BeckiSue, I worried and fretted about talking to my husband about driving! Turns out he agreed and wanted to donate his car to Purple Heart! Next day it was gone and I heaved a sigh of relief.

Hi Grandmaof3! This is the kind of question that is probably going to have a different answer based on a bunch if different variables - the state you live in being the biggest one. Many doctors don’t want to be responsible for saying definitively whether or not someone can drive because they don’t want to be on the hook if an accident occurs, understandably. I would really encourage you to reach out to more local resources like your local ALZ Association, your local Agency on Aging, and your doctor who is most likely to be aware of their responsibility in this area. Good luck! Sending hugs and support!❤️

We went through this with my Bro in law. We live in VA and when his driving abilities were questioned we had DMV driving rehab come out to his home and verbally test him(he had a limited amount of schooling and trouble with reading and writing). They tested him and he passed WITH a limited distance he could travel. It worked for a while, but he would go outside his distance. We ended up having DMV come back out, and he failed the test. This turned out to be a blessing for all concerned. One day his brother and son took him to the bank and I went back to his home and took the license plates off his truck. He never mentioned driving or attempted after that day. We didn't make a big deal of this measure, we just did it quietly. Of course we also took his keys.

Husbands doctor wrote the order and sent us there ASAP and said dont let him drive. He failed miserably! Hardest thing that ever happened to him, he thinks but for his and innocent others a MUST DO!!!