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  1. GoGoGrandparent — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Rides, 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.

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  2. Aging driver safety — Wisconsin 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    In Wisconsin and across the country, the number of people age 65 and over is growing. This trend has a variety of societal implications including potential impacts on drivers and highway safety.
     

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  3. Transportation & Rural Road Safety — National 

    Source: University

    Every 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.
     

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  4. GoGo Grandparent — National 

    Source: For Profit Organization

    Our mission is to make on-demand services accessible and reliable so we can thrive independently and confidently at home and in the community as we age. Available across the United States, Canada, and Australia.

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  5. Aging Driver Safety — Wisconsin 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    In Wisconsin and across the country, the number of people age 65 and over is growing. This trend has a variety of societal implications including potential impacts on drivers and highway safety.

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  6. A Guide to Vision Loss for Family and Friends — National 

    Source: Nonprofit Organization

    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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  7. DISTRACTED DRIVING — Minnesota 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Distracted 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.

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  8. Americans with Disabilities Act: Requirements for Section 5310 Recipients — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    The U.S. DOT regulations pertaining to transportation, 49 CFR Parts 27, 37, and 38,are written to ensure non-discrimination so that people with disabilities will not be excluded from or denied participation in using transportation.

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  9. Driving Can Present Challenges for Older Adults — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    As we age, however, it is important to realize that mental reaction, situational awareness, vision and motor controls may not be as sharp as they once were. Driving in heavy traffic or in inclement weather might become more challenging.

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  10. Transportation Services — North Carolina 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Transportation services provide travel to and/or from community resources providing needed services or carrying out activities of daily living.

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