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  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. Massachusetts: Pedestrian Safety Guidelines for Residential Streets in Boston — Massachusetts (08/01/2000)

    Source: Local Program

    The city of Boston published its plan to improve pedestrian safety in residential areas.

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  4. Driving Decisions Workbook — National (01/01/2000)

    Source: University

    The Department of Transportation and the University of Michigan’s Transportation Research Institute to assist drivers in understanding age-related changes that can affect your ability to drive safely.

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  5. Illinois: Impact from Changes in IL Drivers License Renewal Requirements for Older Drivers — Illinois (01/01/1998)

    Source: Expert

    This report shows the impact in Illinois when the driver's license renewal length shortened from 4 to 2 years for those ages 81-86 and 1 year for those ages 87 and up.

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  6. Medical standards for passenger (Class D) and motorcycle (Class M) driver's licenses — Massachusetts 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Learn about the Registry of Motor Vehicles' current medical policies relating to passenger vehicle and motorcycle driver's licenses.

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  7. National Pedestrian Safety Month 2022 — National 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    During October’s National Pedestrian Safety Month the (U.S. DOT), (NHTSA) is strengthening its efforts to improve safety for vulnerable road users by providing this suite of free resources. 

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  8. Pedestrian Safety Resources — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization
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  9. Older American Safety Programs   — New Jersey 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    Avenues in Motion, in association with other national, state, and local partners offer a series of traffic safety presentations and programs to help keep older drivers and pedestrians safe. This presentation can be done on zoom.

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  10. Bicycling and Walking by Older Adults — National 

    Source: Expert

    Like younger generations, people age 50 or older are choosing to ride a bike or slip into comfortable footwear for exercise as well as for commuting to work and running errands.

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