[John]

Hi Kathy,

In my province doctors must report any diagnoses of drivers that might affect their ability to drive, so when I was diagnosed the motor vehicle department required me to get a note from my doctor saying my abilities to drive were not affected. They do this every 2 years. It seems like a good idea, even if it’s a nuisance for me. For the first few years I was fine but then progressed from a cane to a walker and then a mobility scooter in 2005, 4 years after my diagnosis. At that point I purchased a used ramp van with hand controls so I could continue to drive. My legs are now nearly useless although I can stand for a few minutes if I can support myself. My arms and hands remain little affected so my driving is fine. For me the combination of scooters and ramp van make life so much better than the alternative.