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  1. Few Aging in Place Programs Focus on Rural Areas — National 

    Source: News

    Aging in place can be challenging for many older adults, no matter where they live, but is especially daunting for those living in rural areas.

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  2. Web MD: Drug Interaction Checker — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    WebMD drug interaction checker. Always consult with a medical professional with how your medications will affect driving. 

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  3. Older Driver Safety Concern Rises In U.S. And Europe As People Age — National 

    Source: News

    The number of adults 65 and older increased by 29% between 2012 and 2021 in the United States.

    For older adults, mobility is essential to staying engaged, active, and independent, experts say, and many of them continue to be active drivers on the nation's roads.

    But in 2021, nearly 7,500 people in that age group were killed in traffic crashes, accounting for 17% of all traffic fatalities.

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  4. Taking the Keys Away: What to Do If a Senior Won't Stop Driving — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Many family caregivers sometimes fear that their aging loved ones are no longer safe behind the wheel. Hesitation to act on this worry is normal, but ignoring the warning signs that a senior is unfit to drive is. 

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  5. Alternative Transportation for Seniors — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

     Here is a look at senior drivers, key services available to seniors who no longer drive, what to know about them and how to get rides for seniors.

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  6. Bioptic Driving State Laws — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Does your state allow bioptic driving? Learn more here. 

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  7. A Proclamation on Older Americans Month, 2023 — National 

    Source: News

    White House Proclamation Older Americans are the pillars of our community, and we owe it to them to value their wisdom, celebrate their contributions, and champion their well-being. 

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  8. How to hire a driver for seniors: 6 tips — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    When your older adult can’t safely drive themselves, one option is hiring a caregiver to drive them. We’ve got 6 tips to help you find a great caregiver who will safely and reliably drive your older adult around town.

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  9. How to Talk With Seniors About Their Unsafe Driving — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Talking to seniors about their driving abilities can be a difficult conversation to have. For many people, driving represents independence, so giving up that freedom can be very difficult to accept.

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  10. How Do You Know When To Stop Driving? 8 Signs To Look For — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    But, how do you know when to stop driving? – Here are eight warning signs that tell you it’s time to turn in your keys. 

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