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  1. Essential Safety Tips for Seniors Using Public Transportation — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    As you get older and start living out your golden years, there are a lot of different reasons driving a car may no longer be an option for transportation. It could be a medical condition that makes it unsafe to drive,

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  2. Transportation Planning Provide Older Adults with Transportation Options — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    When older adults stop driving, their health can get worse. Giving up the keys almost doubles the symptoms of depression for older adults, and it may also increase declines in physical and mental health, according to AGS

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  3. Identifying and Helping a Driver with Alzheimer’s Disease — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Listed inside are possible ways to identify a person whose driving may be impaired due to Alzheimer's disease or dementia and tips to help you respond 

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  4. Falls Prevention Awareness in Public Transportation — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    Recently, there has been increased interest in applying falls prevention interventions to public transportation. The programs and professionals listed below may be useful resources to help you evaluate fall risks

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  5. MyCarDoesWhat? — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    MyCarDoesWhat.org helps visitors answer questions about their car's features by using videos, graphics, animations, social media, and other resources. 

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  6. AAA RoadWise Driver — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    AAA’s RoadWise™, a senior defensive driving program is an online course designed to positively affect driving behavior and help you learn about and adjust to age-related physical changes. 

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  7. Comprehensive Driving Evaluations — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Hartford Insurance comprehensive driving evaluations goes over reasons to consider a driving evaluation. 

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  8. Senior Driving — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Evaluating driving ability early and understanding mind and body changes can give older drivers the tools necessary to drive safer for longer. Visit AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety to learn more.

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  9. Driver Planning Agreement — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Helping families plan together for continued, safe mobility. 

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  10. Pedestrian Safety in Older Adults — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    Lifespan Pedestrian Safety in Older Adults page provides helpful tip and resources on how to stay safe when you are out and about. 

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