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The Intersection of Aging and Disability: Impacts on Driving Safety

In 2021, there were 55.8 million people—17 percent of the total U.S. population—who were 65 and older. As more older adults are staying behind the wheel for longer, it is important to bring attention to the intersection of aging and disability and its impact on driving safety. ChORUS can help you understand how potential age-related changes and disabilities affect driving, which is crucial for promoting road safety and supporting older adults in maintaining their independence.

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GoGoGrandparent

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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Social Service Transportation Planning

The Mobility Coordinator works with all the transportation providers in San Luis Obispo County to find ways for people who don't have access to their own transportation or who are unable to us public transportation, get around the community.

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State Highway Safety Offices / Countermeasures that Work

Countermeasures 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.

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Older driver vehicle preferences and perceptions of safety: A survey

Increasing older drivers’ understanding of the importance of advancements in vehicle safety may result in greater ownership of safer vehicles and fewer road injuries.

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Older Drivers and Vehicle Safety Features

Each year, more and more vehicle safety features and driver assistance technologies are added to new vehicle models that enhance the safety of the older driver experience.

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My Car Does What?

My Car Does What is a national campaign to help educate drivers on new vehicle safety technologies designed to help prevent crashes.

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National Volunteer Month with AOTA

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? Are you passionate about road safety? Do you want to help older road users? Then CarFit may be the right fit for you.

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In-Vehicle Technology Use and Associated Factors Among Older Drivers

This study examines the prevalence and frequency of use of in-vehicle technologies as well as the relationships between technology-use frequency and associated factors among a subset of AAA participants

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Can You Drive With Multiple Sclerosis?

In this article, we examine how MS affects driving, how to get evaluated, and what modifications can be made to your car.

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