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  1. A Pocket Guide to Improve Traffic Control and Mobility for Our Older Population — National (01/01/2003)

    Source: State Agency/Program

    This pocket guide helps transportation professionals consider the needs of an aging population and covers three key areas -- intersections/interchanges, curves, and temporary traffic control situations (e.g., workzones).

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  2. Evaluating the Impact of Passengers on the Safety of Older Drivers — Kentucky (01/01/2003)

    Source: Professional Association

    Overall, the presence of two or more passengers was found to negatively impact the probability that drivers 75 years of age or older were at fault in crashes.

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  3. Driving and Alternatives: Older Drivers in Michigan — Michigan (01/01/2003)

    Source: Professional Association

    This paper shows the results of a statewide telephone conducted in Michigan of drivers and former drivers ages 65 and older on their transportation mode choices and whether they planned for when they could no longer drive.

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  4. Consequences of Driving Cessation Decreased Out-of-Home Activity Levels — Connecticut (11/01/2000)

    Source: Professional Association

    This study shows how out-of-home activity decreased in seniors once they stopped driving.

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  5. 8 Tips for Summer Travel by Car With Seniors — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    There is no reason to let physical limitations restrict your travel. In addition to making sure your car is properly serviced and ready for the trip, here are more tips for traveling by car.

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  6. You hold the keys to your transportation — Florida 

    Source: Professional Association

    This tip card addresses the keys to achieving safe mobility for life and directs you to specific transportation resources.

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  7. Safe Driving for Older Adults — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Learn more about the different factors that can affect driving as you age and signs of when it may be time to stop driving.

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  8. Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from an impact to the head that disrupts normal brain function. TBI may affect a person's cognitive abilities, including learning and thinking skills.

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  9. Issues Related to Older Drivers — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    The Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists’ website shows that seniors have lower fatal crash rates, but are at a higher risk for fatalities because of their age.

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  10. Tips and resources for safe older drivers — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Many older adults can drive safely well into their 80s or even beyond. It is important that older driver and the people who care for them evaluate their need to keep them safe while they are on the road. 

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