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Keeping Your Mobility With CarFit — National (02/11/2021)
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Transportation Planning with Family — National (02/02/2021)
Source: NewsIt's important to remember you don't have to plan your transportation retirement alone.
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How to Use Rideshare Apps — National (02/01/2021)
Source: NewsLearn to use a rideshare app to help cut down on your driving.
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Starting the Conversation—Your Loved Ones Driving — National (02/01/2021)
Source: NewsAs a loved one to an older driver, you have an imporant task ahead. Start a conversation about safe driving with your older loved one.
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ChORUS Older Driver Resources — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationProvides a list of general resources for older road users.
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ChORUS Older Driver Transportation Planning Tool — National (10/09/2020)
Source: US Department of TransportationThe ChORUS Older Driver Transportation Planning Tool guides you through the steps of developing your transportation plan. Starting early allows you to map out your needs, identify and explore your options for alternate transportation modes in your area, and plan for continuing a full and active life whether you are driving or not. Be sure to talk with your doctor to understand how changes in your medical conditions and/or medications might impact driving. Also, family members, friends, and caregivers can help you think about how to best meet all your transportation needs.
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Conversations About Driving - Plan Ahead — National (09/18/2020)
Source: AssociationAAA gives tips on how to plan for a discussion with a senior family member about quitting driving.
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Driving Simulator Training Is Associated with Reduced Inhibitory Workload in Older Drivers — National (07/04/2016)
Source: AssociationIn demanding cognitive tasks, older people mostly experience more problems than younger people, and their brain workload is higher.
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Critical Older Driver Errors in a National Sample of Serious U.S. Crashes — National (07/01/2015)
Source: AssociationA study was done to determine which senior driver errors caused the most prevalent serious crashes.
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Delaware: Keeping Delaware Drivers Safe and Mobile — Delaware (04/16/2014)
Source: AssociationThis video from the Roadway Safety Foundation promotes the Delaware Department of Transportation's efforts to improve safety for all motorists in the state by implementing design features known to benefit older drivers and pedestrians.