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  1. A couple walks in the woods, another couple looks at a paper together, a third couple has one person wrapping a blanket around another seated on a couch.

    Driving Safety and Dementia (11/13/2023)

    … If the older adult in your life has been diagnosed with dementia, they may not have to stop driving right away. …
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    National Wellness Month and Older Drivers (08/01/2023)

    … August is National Wellness Month. As individuals age, maintaining wellness becomes increasingly important, which can also affect the ability to drive. …
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    ChORUS New Year's Resolution Planning (01/16/2023)

    … The New Year is a time for fresh starts and a new beginning, which is why many start the year by making resolutions or buying a brand-new calendar.  This year, consider adding planning for safe mobility t …
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