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Older Driver Safety Questions and Answers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationSafe Mobility for Older Adults — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAs we age, changes may impact our ability to drive safely. ChORUS resources can help you be a safer driver and plan for the road ahead.
Pedestrian Safety Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationSocial Media Messaging for Older Drivers — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThis is the social media messaging for older drivers.
ChORUS Medical Professionals Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS developed a helpful resource with links and definitions of additional resources you can use when talking to your patience about older driver safety and how you can expand you knowledge on the topic.
ChORUS Law Enforcement Resource — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationChORUS Family Member and Caregiver Resources — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationDistracted Driving — National
Source: ExpertDistracted 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.
When to Yield: Questions and Answers about Dementia — Virginia
Source: State Agency/ProgramThis booklet reviews the many hard decisions involved with dementia and driving and gives you approaches, including a sample "safe driving agreement" for dealing with this difficult topic.
Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home — National
Source: ExpertPlanning ahead is hard because you never know how your needs might change. The NIH wrote an article about how to age in place.