Every vehicle should have an emergency supply kit in the trunk. Learn what goes into the Emergency Supply Kit with a list from National Safety Council.
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What Should You Keep in the Car? — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAutomakers Add New Features to Meet Needs of Older Drivers — National
Source: ExpertAARP outings different car designs that appeal to a growing group of aging buyers.
National Library of Medicine NIH- Daily Med — National
Source: ExpertThe DailyMed database contains 148815 labeling submitted to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) by companies. DailyMed does not contain a complete listing of labeling for FDA-regulated products (e.g., labeling that is not submitted to the FDA). See ABOUT DAILYMED for more information.
Importance of Driving and Potential Impact of Driving Cessation for Rural and Urban Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertPurpose Analyses compared older drivers from urban, suburban, and rural areas on perceived importance of continuing to drive and potential impact that driving cessation would have on what they want and need to do. Methods The AAA LongROAD Study is a prospective study of driving behaviors, patterns, and outcomes of older adults. A cohort of 2,990 women and men 65‐79 years of age was recruited during 2015‐2017 from health systems or primary care practices near 5 study sites in different parts of the United States.
Transportation & Rural Road Safety — National
Source: UniversityEvery day in the U.S. over 110 people die from preventable motor vehicle crashes — a leading cause of death in the country and in our state. In Iowa, in addition to the burden on victims’ families, the total cost of crash-related deaths in 2013 was nearly 400 million dollars.
National Center for Road Safety Webinar Archive — National
Source: ExpertImportance of Driving and Potential Impact of Driving Cessation for Rural and Urban Older Adults — National
Source: ExpertPurpose Analyses compared older drivers from urban, suburban, and rural areas on perceived importance of continuing to drive and potential impact that driving cessation would have on what they want and need to do. Methods The AAA LongROAD Study is a prospective study of driving behaviors, patterns, and outcomes of older adults. A cohort of 2,990 women and men 65‐79 years of age was recruited during 2015‐2017 from health systems or primary care practices near 5 study sites in different parts of the United States.
GoGoGrandparent — National
Source: For Profit OrganizationRides, Groceries, Meals & More: Built Better For Older Adults And People With Disabilities.
Screened & monitored services from Uber, DoorDash, Instacart and more, with or without a smartphone, 24/7.Non-Emergency Medical Transportation — National
Source: ExpertMedicaid Non-Emergency Medical Transportation Booklet for Providers
Tip Sheet: Safety Tips For Older Drivers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationVarious physical issues linked to aging can interfere with safe driving, it’s important that older drivers—and the people who care for them—evaluate their needs to keep them safe while they’re on the road.