Most restrictions that made air travel difficult during the pandemic have been eased. As travelers return to the skies, family members may be concerned about booking flights for older loved …
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When Should Older People Stop Driving?
Americans are drivers. Cars are associated with freedom and independence. For people who don’t live in cities with reliable public transportation, cars may be a necessity. In 2020, nearly 30 …
Continue ReadingMaking Transportation Age-Friendly
The World Health Organization launched the Age-Friendly Communities Initiative in 2006, with the laudable goal of making communities throughout the world accessible and safer for seniors. The first step was …
Continue ReadingAge-Related Features to Consider When Choosing Your Next Car
Our purpose is not to have you run out and get a new car, especially if you are content with the one that you have and can safely drive it. …
Continue ReadingEssential Tips for Older Drivers with Physical, Vision and Hearing Challenges
Older adults who enjoy driving and consider it a vital part of their continuing independence and sense of well-being nonetheless encounter physical changes that affect their driving experience as they …
Continue ReadingMobility Scooter Buyers Guide: What To Know Before You Buy
There are so many scooters out there! Choosing the right scooter for you or a loved one can be overwhelming, but if you focus on your specific needs, you will …
Continue ReadingSafe Walkers for Optimum Senior Mobility
What is a walker? A walker is an assistive device for people who are having difficulty walking on their own. Some typical reasons for choosing a walker include: Arthritis, especially …
Continue ReadingHow to Locate, Assess and Purchase a Wheelchair for an Elderly User
Seniors can find the right wheelchair to suit their needs if they take the following information into consideration when deciding what to buy. There is a lot of choice in …
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