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Driving can be an important part of independence and mobility for older adults, but how do we know when it’s no longer safe for our older loved one to stay on the road? Read our latest blog to understand the risk factors and get tips for having this difficult conversation. https://bit.ly/3GPEOYo #OlderAdults #SafeDriving #DrivingRisks #DrivingTipsForSeniors

Blog feature: The Intersection of Aging and Disability: Impacts on Driving Safety. Learn insights on how physical and cognitive changes throughout the aging process can affect older adults’ ability to drive safely. https://lnkd.in/g3Qt-afE

Today I am proud to be a part of the Trainees for Child Injury Prevention's #RulesForTheRoad teen driving safety Day of Action. Motor vehicle crashes are the second leading cause of death for teens in the US. There are so many things we can do to help keep teens safer while they are learning to drive. To learn more, follow #RulesForTheRoad on your favorite social media channel, register to watch the webinar from noon - 1 pm ET (https://lnkd.in/g9deGbCR) , and join in the X chat from 3 - 4 pm ET. We'd love to have you join us in getting the word out about this important topic. Our resources are available to download and share(https://lnkd.in/gKJYyQsE). We've worked with an amazing team of experts to create materials for everyone and address some topics that aren't always covered. For example, did you know that some teens might need to implement a few extra strategies while they are learning to drive? If your teen is on medication, has had a traumatic brain injury (TBI) or concussion, is differently-abled, or is neurodiverse there are some steps you can take to help driving a little safer. Materials to address this and so much more are available for download. Join us today while we help families learn the teen driving safey #RulesForTheRoad.

Gerontechnology is transforming aging in place. This guide breaks down the concept and showcases the technologies that help older adults maintain independence and safety at home. Save this to explore how tech is enhancing the aging experience. https://buff.ly/4doRdkS

🚗 Keep Our Kids Safe: Focus on the Road 🚗 As someone who truly cares about your well-being and that of our community, I want to emphasize the importance of staying focused while driving, especially as school zones are back in full swing. Distracted driving is a deadly epidemic, claiming 3,522 lives and injuring over 362,000 people every year. These aren’t just numbers; they’re families torn apart, futures cut short. Nearly one-third of child pedestrian fatalities happen between 3-7 p.m., right when kids are heading home from school. Let’s commit to change: ✅ Put the phone away – No text is worth a life. ✅ Know where you’re going – Program GPS before you hit the road. ✅ Pull over – Need to take a call? Find a safe spot. ✅ Be a vigilant driver – Our children’s lives depend on it. Together, we can make distracted driving as socially unacceptable as drunk driving. Let’s protect our families, our communities, and our future. Stay safe out there! 🛑👶🚸 #DriveSafe #FocusOnTheRoad #DistractedDrivingAwareness #InsuranceMatters

Discussing the need for aging parents to stop driving is a sensitive conversation. Older adults often associate driving with independence and self-reliance, making it challenging to broach the subject. However, there are signs that can indicate it's time for this discussion, such as dents or scratches on the vehicle, difficulty with familiar routes, memory gaps about recent journeys, and physical health concerns. When having this conversation, it's crucial to focus on their safety and the well-being of others on the road. #Aging #AgingParents #AgingServices https://lnkd.in/dBtmwyFB

Today, let's raise awareness about the importance of eye health and the need for accessible vision care for all. Protecting your vision is vital—get regular eye check-ups and take steps to prevent blindness and vision impairment. Your sight matters! 👓 #WorldSightDay #EyeHealth #VisionCare #ProtectYourSight #HealthyVision

Navigating the Sensitive Conversation: Tips for Addressing Driving Concerns with Aging Parents

SAFE DRIVING FOR OLDER ADULTS TIPS - PART II from the National Institute on Aging #6 CHECK IN WITH YOURSELF a. NEVER drive if feeling lightheaded or drowsy. b. Check ALL medication and their warnings. c. Avoid driving if stressed or tense. #7 DO NOT CROWD a. Leave ample room between you & the car in front of you. b. Start braking EARLY ii you need to stop. #8 PLAN YOUR TIMINGAVOID a. Avoid heavy traffic during events & celebrations. d. Avoid rush-hour times. #9 PLAN YOUR ROUTE a. Find a route with few or no left turns. b. Choose a route with no highways or high-speed roadways. c. If you must drive-in high-speed traffic move to & stay in, the far right lane. (slowest traffic)

Did You Know? Sunburn Stats✅ About 42% of adults get sunburned annually, which is a first-degree burn caused by UV rays. #BurnsAwareness #BurnPrevention #BurnSafetyTips #SafetyFirst #Burns101 #PreventBurns #BurnCare