LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) — The week of December 2nd through the 6th marks Older Driver Safety Awareness Week in Michigan.
Data from Michigan officials indicates that residents age 65 and older represent the fastest-growing segment of the state’s driving population.
The purpose of the awareness week is to highlight the issues surrounding aging drivers by educating the public through different topics for each day.
The State says that some of these topics include how to assist drivers who can still drive safely and how to prevent transportation concerns from becoming a barrier that keeps seniors isolated at home.
The topics for each day are listed as follows:
- Monday, Dec. 2: Anticipating Changes That Can Affect Driving
- Tuesday, Dec. 3: Family Conversations
- Wednesday, Dec.4: Screening and Evaluations with an Occupational Therapist
- Thursday, Dec. 5: Interventions That Can Empower Drivers
- Friday, Dec. 6: Staying Engaged in the Community with or without a Car
“Everyone benefits when older drivers are safe,” Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson said in a statement. “I encourage all Michiganders to visit the Safe Drivers Smart Options website for information and support about maintaining safety, mobility and activity for aging drivers and their loved ones and communities.”
Older drivers, families and friends are encouraged to begin the discussion by visiting the state’s Safe Drivers Smart Options: Keys to Lifelong Mobility website at Michigan.gov/AgingDriver.
