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Transportation and Mobility and Aging
As individuals age, changes in vision, physical strength and
cognition can contribute to a loss of self-confidence and ability
to operate a motor vehicle leading to loss of a drivers license
and use of a privately own vehicle. Faced with this situation,
some older adults risk personal injury rather than give up their
driver’s license. To help older adults and the disabled
maintain mobility, local and state governments are making significant
improvements in adapting and developing public transportation.
Internet sites selected here reflect a broad spectrum of public
policy viewpoints associated with these issues as well as resources
and information on paratransit systems and tips for travelling.
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See Also:
Center for Communication and Consumer Services
U.S. Administration on Aging
Tel. 202-619-0724
FAX 202-357-3523
Internet: http://www.aoa.gov
Email [aoainfo@aoa.gov]
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