AARP Driver Safety Program

This program, which used to be called AARP 55 Alive, is the first and most recognized comprehensive nationwide course designed especially for the older driver. It takes into consideration the physical changes of the maturing driver and identifies ways to compensate for age related physical changes. Course material is based on information gained through research to determine what is needed in this group to update driver knowledge and skills . Most important, the curriculum provides opportunities for the participants to identify individual problem areas and apply information that is needed to improve their behavior as drivers.

The AARP Driver Safety Program is an eight-hour classroom refresher course for motorists aged 50 or better who have years of driving experience. By virtue if Virginia Law, participants will receive a discount on part of the premium for their automobile insurance. This discount lasts for three years and can be renewed if the course is repeated.

This eight-hour class is being held at the Senior Center in two four-hour sessions. The next dates are:

            • Monday/Tuesday, September 15 & 16 -  12:30 - 4:30 p.m.
            • Monday/Tuesday, November 10 & 11 -  12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

            There is a nominal fee of $10.00 per person for the materials, payable by check (only) to be made out to AARP. Classes are limited to 30 participants. Registration is required. Please call the front desk of the Senior Center at (434) 974-7756.

            Materials were reviewed and contributions made by : AARP Pharmacy Services; ABS Education Alliance; American Academy of Ophthalmology; American Automobile Association; American Geriatrics Society; American Medical Association; American Optometric Association; American Speech, Language and Hearing Association; Arthritis Foundation; Cellular Telecommunications Industry Association; Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; Continental Teves; Federal Highway Administration; Insurance Institute for Highway Safety; National Highway Traffic Administration, National Safety Council; Society of Automotive Engineers.

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