AARP Driver Safety Course, Mon., Sept. 29 and Tues., Sept. 30, 10:30 am-2:30 pm

The AARP Smart Driver Course covers defensive driving techniques and the normal changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time associated with aging. The course also provides practical techniques for adjusting to these changes to ensure the driver’s own safety and that of others on the road. During the course, participants learn about current rules of the road and how to operate their vehicles more safely in today’s increasingly challenging driving environment.

Topics include: 

• Maintaining proper following distance
• Minimizing the effect of dangerous blind spots
• Limiting driver distractions such as eating, smoking, and cell phone use
• Properly using safety belts, air bags, and all car features
• Effects of medications on driving
• Maintaining physical flexibility
• Monitoring the driving skills and capabilities of yourself and others

Please note that this 8 hour course that will take place over two days: Monday, September 29 and Tuesday, September 30, 10:30 am-2:30 pm.

Participant cost: $20 for AARP members; $25 for non-members

To register, follow this link to the course listing on the AARP website or call AARP Instructor, Stuart Benoff at 215-407-9246.

*This program will take place in the Valley Youth Center, located on the ground floor of the library building. Please park in the large lot at the back and enter through the center glass door to the Valley Youth Center, indicated by the Library Program sign.