Key safety precautions that seniors should take to protect themselves while using ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft. These tips enable them to enjoy greater independence while safeguarding their well-being.
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20 Rideshare Safety Tips to Protect — National
Source: Professional AssociationBest ways to get around rural areas without a car — National
Source: Professional AssociationSo what do people without the option of driving do to get around in rural America? It often comes down to learning to use a patchwork of available options.
CAN Help Desk — National
Source: Professional AssociationAn older loved one with Alzheimer’s? If you are a family caregiver and have questions or just need to talk, consider reaching out to the Caregiver Help Desk.
NCSA Launches New Older Population Data Visualization Tool — National
Source: Professional AssociationThe tool presents data on people 65 and older involved in fatal traffic crashes, and is modeled after the information presented in the Older Population facts sheet. This is the ninth in a series of data visualization tools.
Time For Them To Stop Driving? 6 Tips for Having “The Talk” With Seniors — National
Source: Professional AssociationWhen ability behind the wheel starts to diminish, there are ways to address the issue.
A Conversation at Thanksgiving Keeping Older Drivers Safe Behind the Wheel — National
Source: Professional AssociationWhen families and older adults plan ahead for community mobility, they have the most choices and the most power.
How to Have the Difficult Driving Conversation — National
Source: Professional AssociationRead about how to have a difficult driving conversation in the Alzheimer's Today Magazine.
Beyond ODSAW 2022 — National
Source: Professional AssociationUse our Beyond ODSAW handout to plan how to support and promote older driver safety in your campaigns.
Driver Planning Agreement — National
Source: Professional AssociationHelping families plan together for continued, safe mobility.
You hold the keys to your transportation — Florida
Source: Professional AssociationThis tip card addresses the keys to achieving safe mobility for life and directs you to specific transportation resources.