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MyCarDoesWhat Safety Feature Links — National
Source: ExpertWhat “Solo Agers” Should Know About Planning for the Future — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationWhen I think about aging, I often focus on the fact that I have no children. In addition, my husband is almost seven years older than me, and he has Parkinson’s disease. Therefore, I must consider the likelihood that I will face my older age alone.
Solo Agers — National
Source: UniversityIt is important to understand solo aging because many older adults fall into this category, and many more will become solo agers in the future. Solo aging can be full of joys and assets, but early planning is crucial to maintain choice, independence, and satisfaction throughout later life.
Bicycling and Walking by Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertLike 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.
Community Mobility & Driving with Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertCommunity mobility is essential for people meet their daily needs such as going to the grocery store, the pharmacy, the bank and medical appointments.
DISTRACTED DRIVING — Minnesota
Source: State Agency/ProgramDistracted or inattentive driving is when a driver engages in any activity that might distract them from the primary task of driving — and increases their risk of crashing.
Ending Distracted Driving is Everyone's Responsibility — National
Source: ExpertNSC has great resources and infomration around distracted driving during the month of April. Take the safe-driving pledge
Should You Stop Driving — National
Source: State Agency/ProgramBelow are some conversation starters, tools, and resources to help you cope with changes in driving, safety, and retiring from driving.
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) — National
Source: Professional AssociationTraumatic brain injury (TBI) results from an impact to the head that disrupts normal brain function. TBI may affect a person's cognitive abilities, including learning and thinking skills.
Learn More About Safe Senior Driving — California
Source: State Agency/ProgramIn California, the DMV website provides helpful tips for safe driving, assessing your safety to continue driving, a list of mature driver training classes, and information on required driving tests at certain ages.