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  1. Walkability Checklist — National 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    NHTSA’s Walkability Checklist is a checklist to rate your neighborhood’s walkability.

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  2. Pedestrian Safety — Pennsylvania 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Whether you’re walking or driving, share equal respect. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. If you know the laws and follow the safety tips, you can drive safely and walk safely.

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  3. NHTSA's Older Driver and Road Safety Information — Pennsylvania 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    The PennDOT older driver page touches on older driver safety tips, warning signs for when older drivers should limit their driving, older driver videos, a mature driving improvement course, and alternative transportation options. 

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  4. Are Your Medicines Increasing you Risk of a Fall or a Car Crash — National 

    Source: Expert

    Use this fact sheet to identify medicines that can put you at risk with potential side effects that can affect your driving, and questions to ask your doctors.

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  5. Driver Safety Questionnaire — National 

    Source: Expert

    An interactive tool on older adults driving safety information for the public and caregivers. 

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  6. Emergency Medicine and Trauma Specialist's Quick Guide for Assessing and Counseling Older Drivers — National 

    Source: Professional Association

    This quick guide is the product of a cooperative agreement between the American Geriatrics Society and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and was developed in collaboration with the EAST. 

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  7. African- American Seat Belt Safety Toolkit — National 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    NHTSA is raising awareness about the dangers associated with not wearing a seat belt and convincing these unbelted occupants to buckle up. 

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  8. Grandparents & Safety Car Seat Safety — National 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    Today, Many grandparents are their grandchildren's caretakers and may be responsible for correctly installing and using car seats. 

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  9. Stepping Out as an Older Adult - Be Healthy, Walk Safely — National 

    Source: US Department of Transportation

    Whether you are stepping out to exercise, run errands, or both, make sure you maintain your safety while enjoying the health benefits of walking. 

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  10. Transportation Options — Ohio 

    Source: State Agency/Program

    Do you need help finding transportation in your area?  Most Ohio communities have a variety of options, some with free or reduced fares.  Eligibility requirements such as age or income may apply.   

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