AAA Launches New Senior Safety and Mobility Web Site.AAASeniors.com fills major void by providing safety and mobility information, tools and resources for older drivers and their families AURORA Aurora, cities, United States Aurora (ərôr`ə, ô–). 1 City (1990 pop. 222,103), Adams and Arapahoe counties, N central Colo., a growing suburb on the east side of Denver; inc. 1903. , Ill. -- AAA AAA: see American Automobile Association. (Triple A) A common single-cell battery used in a myriad of electronic devices of all variety. Like its double A (AA) cousin, it provides 1.5 volts of DC power. When used in series, the voltage is multiplied. announces the launch of its new senior safety and mobility Web site, www.AAASeniors.com. The Web site, which includes content and resources based upon extensive research, provides families of older drivers with valuable information related to senior mobility challenges and tools to help extend safe driving, and assist in difficult discussions about transitioning from driver to passenger. "According to according to prep. 1. As stated or indicated by; on the authority of: according to historians. 2. In keeping with: according to instructions. 3. our research, many adult children of older drivers - the 'sandwich' boomers - are unaware that resources exist to effectively address the safety and mobility challenges of senior drivers," said Brad Roeber AAA Chicago's Regional President. "AAASeniors.com gives seniors and their families the tools necessary to create an action plan to help seniors manage the inevitable consequences of aging, continue to drive safely or transition to alternative modes of transportation, and remain independent." AAASeniors.com provides expert advice about how aging affects one's ability to drive safely. Visitors will find a step-by-step guide on how to begin a conversation with an older driver about working together to develop a plan for the transition from driver to passenger. Additionally, visitors will find a variety of tools and resources from educational brochures and driver improvement courses, to tips on choosing a vehicle, to skill assessment tools and free community-based programs. "Many adult children, grandchildren GRANDCHILDREN, domestic relations. The children of one's children. Sometimes these may claim bequests given in a will to children, though in general they can make no such claim. 6 Co. 16. and seniors will at some point be faced with a difficult decision about a mature adult's ability to drive safely," said Dr. Alexis Alexis, czar of Russia Alexis (əlĕk`sĭs) (Aleksey Mikhailovich) (əlyĭksyā` mēkhī`ləvĭch), 1629–76, czar of Russia (1645–76), son and successor of Michael. Abramson Abramson and Abrahamson are variations of the same patronymic surnames, meaning "son of Abram", the Biblical figure. The names are most prevalent among Jews. Abramson
adj. 1. Feeling or showing compassion; sympathetic. See Synonyms at humane. 2. Granted to an individual because of an emergency or other unusual circumstances: and objective information, such as that found at AAASeniors.com." People who are 65 years old or older represent the fastest growing segment of the country's population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau Noun 1. Census Bureau - the bureau of the Commerce Department responsible for taking the census; provides demographic information and analyses about the population of the United States Bureau of the Census , one in four drivers - more than 30 million - will be age 65 or older by 2030. "With more Americans remaining active and living longer than ever before, the AAA senior driver safety tools and resources found on AAASeniors.com are designed to keep seniors safe and mobile as long as possible," Roeber added. AAA Chicago Chicago, city, United States Chicago (shĭkä`gō, shĭkô`gō), city (1990 pop. 2,783,726), seat of Cook co., NE Ill., on Lake Michigan; inc. 1837. has represented roadway interests for motorists and pedestrians and serves as a leading advocate for various traffic safety and travel-related issues for more than a century. For more information on any aspect of AAA Chicago's breadth of service including AAA's home, auto and life insurance products; travel-related services, AAA's Show Your Card & Save program; and/or any AAA membership service including emergency roadside assistance, please visit our Web site at www.AAA.com or call us toll-free at 1-866-YOUR-AAA (968-7222). |
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