>   If I have to call or text, I pull off the road, and put the car in PARK.
 > Then, I'm doing it safely, and the cops can't touch me. 

Depends om how aggressive their latetst funds grabbing campaign is -- they
mioght cite you for distracting other drivers.

 >   I had originally considered a hands free option with the car, but now, I
 > just decline the call if it comes in (especially if I don't recognize who
 > it is). For those I recognize, I will find a spot to pull off the road,
 > to finish the conversation, or I ask them if I can call them back in a
 > few minutes.

I don't get the hands-free is okay thing; you're still distracted! (not your
eyes, maybe, but your attention is certainly not 100% on the road)

 >  GP> Do you have a local volunteerism or seniors' organisation where you
 >  GP> could request for a volunteer driver?

 >   Not to my knowledge.

Start one? You can even join nextdoor.com & put out a request. (No harm in
asking)

 >   At least without a car, there won't be any more payments for repairs,
 > gasoline, flat tires, dead batteries, catalytic converter theft, insurance,
 > etc.

There you go -- focus on the positives. . . :) 

Your friend,

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Cyberpope, Bishop of ROM
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