This report from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety studied the walking speed of older pedestrians, and suggested ways to improve signal timing to improve safety while not increasing congestion.
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Pedestrian Signal Safety for Older Persons — National (06/01/2003)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationWe Need to Talk: The Difficult Driving Conversation — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThere may come a time when you question whether a loved one is still safe to drive. But how do you know when it's time to stop driving? AARP developed this article to help recognize the signs and symptoms.
Dementia and Driving — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis fact sheet provides guidelines to help caregivers and persons with dementia decide when and how to limit or stop driving.
Safety Issues & Recalls — National
Source: US Department of TransportationUse National Highway Traffic Safety Administrations Safety Issues & Recall website to find your vehicle and see if it needs updates.
Adapted Vehicles — National
Source: US Department of TransportationOlder Adults can often drive safely by making modifications or adding adaptive equipment to their vehicles to meet their specific needs.
Dangers of Driving After Taking Prescription Drugs or Over-the-Counter Medicines — National
Source: US Department of TransportationMany legally obtained and commonly used over-the-counter and prescription drugs can affect a user's ability to drive safely. NHTSA explains the dangers of driving after taking OTC medication.
Older Driver — National
Source: US Department of TransportationIf you are an older driver or a caregiver, NHTSA encourages you to talk about driving safety. They offer materials to help you understand the effects of aging and driving.
Tip Sheet: Hot Weather Safety Tips For Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationOlder adults and individuals with cronic medical conditions are at high risk of deveopling heat related illnesses, because of aging-related physical changes in the body chronic health coniditons and even effect taking some medication
Your Go-To Guide for Volunteering with Seniors — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAARP has compiled some ideas for different ways to lend a hand, a listening ear, or your skills to seniors- from reminiscing to making new memories. Remember, simply giving your time and conversation can sometimes mean the most.
How To Volunteer As A Senior — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAgingInPlace created an article with helpful tips on how Seniors can get involved in volunteering.