Disability Impacts All of Us
The CDC created an infographic for how disability impacts all our lives as we age.
Conversation Starters
Older Driver
If you are an older driver or a caregiver, NHTSA encourages you to talk about driving safety. They offer materials to help you understand the effects of aging and driving.
Alzheimer's Association, Georgia Chapter Presentation
Presentation from the Alzheimer's Association about demonstrating awareness of the risk associated with wandering behavior, signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's, list of techniques for effectively interacting with a person with Alzheimer's.
Law Enforcement Cards
Pocket Cards for Law Enforcement to help determine if a person is lost or confused
Social Media Messaging for Medical Professionals
This is the social media messaging for Medical Professionals.
Maintaining mobility and preventing disability are key to living independently as we age
As we age, we may experience changes in our mobility. there are many reasons for these changes including changes to gait (how we walk) balance, and physical strength. NIA researchers are testing ways to prevent or reverse loss of mobility.
20 Warning Signs an Elderly Driver Is No Longer Safe Behind the Wheel
The NHTSA advises family memebers to look for the following indicators that an elderly driver may need to stop driving and consider alternative modes of transportation.
Transportation Safety Institute Courses
Transportation Safety Institute Courses offers free cources on a range of topics. Note while the courses are free, you will need to register to sign up and then select the training from NHTSA topics.