PARSIPPANY — In 1979, AARP founded “55 Alive” to help keep older drivers independent, safe and confident while on the road. While its mission hasn’t changed since then, many other things have, including the program name.
Today, AARP Driver Safety continues to meet the needs of older drivers through educational programs led by more than 4,000 volunteers and myriad resources. But they aren’t the same programs and resources that were available nearly 35 years ago. AARP Driver Safety has continued to evolve with the times, delivering on AARP’s goal to promote the independence of older Americans and enhance their quality of life.
A lot has changed since AARP Driver Safety first began as “55 Alive.” The roads have changed. Cars and the technology inside them have changed. Even the people behind the wheel have changed. As drivers, if we don’t keep up with those changes we put others and ourselves at risk.
Refresh your driving skills with the AARP smart driver course to be held in Parsippany on Wednesday, August 5 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The course will be taught by instructor Martin Karasick. You can contact Marty directly at (973) 402-6466.
You will learn defensive driving techniques, proven safety strategies, new traffic laws and rules of the road. There are no tests to pass. You simply sign up and learn. Upon completion you could receive a multi-year discount on your car insurance.
This course will be held at Parsippany Community Center, 1130 Knoll Road, Lake Hiawatha.
Classroom course cost $15.00 for AARP members, and $20.00 for non members.
Participants, please don’t forget to bring lunch.
For more information click here. Registration is required. Call Gloria or Colleen at (973) 263-7352. Please make check or money order payable to: AARP and be sure to bring your AARP membership card with you to get the member rate for participation in this course.
