Workin for a Livin is our anthem this month in recognition of National Safety Month. Many of us are working longer and well into what some would call retirement years. My father worked until he was 80. I remember him as a hard worker who was proud of the work he did. The thought of him not working just didn’t add-up to the man I knew as my father. Work gave him financial security, a social structure, a sense of purpose, and filled his days with activity.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration works to reduce the occurrence of distracted driving and raise awareness of its danger. This fact sheet helps bring awareness for distracted driving.
Infographic from the United States Census Bureau about people living with disabilities.
when asked, most older adults will answer that they are excellent drivers or at least better than many of the younger drivers on the road. Many drivers have some bad habits that can put them at risk of a minor crash or even a ticket.
Distracted driving is doing another activity that takes the driver's attention away from driving. It can increase the chance of a motor vehicle crash. Visit the CDC website for find more information.
AARP put together a list of things to consider when you are preparing for summer travel, whether you should be driving a rental car or your own car.
Planning ahead is hard because you never know how your needs might change. The NIH wrote an article about how to age in place.
The CDC created an infographic for how disability impacts all our lives as we age.
If 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.