Staying Safe and Mobile in Florida

In 2009, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) partnered with the Pepper Institute on Aging and Public Policy at FSU to establish a statewide coalition to address the specific needs of Florida’s aging road users. They developed a website called "Safe and Mobile Seniors". This website offers:

•  Driving tips
•  A search tool to help you find a ride within each Florida county
• Links to driver safety programs. Note: the New River Library and Land O'Lakes library often host AARP Driver Safety classes. Check with you local branch to find out if they are having one of these programs.
• Information about adaptive equipment for your vehicle 

In addition, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides this webpage about safe driving for older adults.

New Mobility Website

The British Columbia Institute of Technology has created a new website that provides information for Seniors and their families about mobility devices. Several publications are available on their website:

• Frequently Asked Questions - includes information about canes, walkers, scooters, grab bars, and hip protectors
  
• Tips on how to make your bathroom safe
• Tips on how to stay healthy, mobile, and independent
• A guide for baby-boomers to talk to their parents about mobility

Assistive devices (also called assistive technology) include more than just mobility devices - they are items that can help you to see, communicate, pick up items, etc. For more information about assistive devices, please see these webpages:

• Assistive Technology from the Administration on Aging
• Assistive Devices from MedlinePlus
• Assistive Technology from Disability.gov
• Mobility Aids from MedlinePlus