The information here can provide advice and direction on how to assist your loved one with adapting successfully to the many changes ahead.
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A Guide to Vision Loss for Family and Friends — National
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationAging Road User Program Management Course (Virtual Live Training) — National
Source: US Department of TransportationLearn the skills to manage a successful and sustainable aging road user safety program. Individuals involved with aging road user safety have needs that are not met in other courses. This course is 4 hours of training in a 1 day period
CAN Help Desk — National
Source: Professional AssociationAn older loved one with Alzheimer’s? If you are a family caregiver and have questions or just need to talk, consider reaching out to the Caregiver Help Desk.
Motorcycle Safety / Countermeasures That Work — National
Source: US Department of TransportationLearn more about what countermeasures you can take when riding a motorcycle.
Pedestrian Safety / Countermeasures That Work — National
Source: US Department of TransportationRoadway environment, vehicle type, and design, weather, and road user behavior contribute to pedestrian crashes. Learn more about how you can help with pedestrian safety.
Older Drivers / Countermeasures That Work — National
Source: US Department of TransportationLearn the updated statistics about older drivers and how they can be safe in the older drivers chapter in the Countermeasures workbook.
State Highway Safety Offices / Countermeasures that Work — National
Source: US Department of TransportationCountermeasures That Work is intended to be reference guide for State Highway Safety Offices to help select effective, science based traffic safety countermeasures to address highway safety problems.
Few Aging in Place Programs Focus on Rural Areas — National
Source: NewsAging in place can be challenging for many older adults, no matter where they live, but is especially daunting for those living in rural areas.