19 May 2012
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19 May 2012
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Learn More Related Considerations Special Needs Populations Active Aging Active Aging / Aging-in-place
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Walking as one means of active transportation has extra dimensions for older adults. Adequate lighting, lengthened timing for crossing signals, attention to grade changes (steps up and down), regular maintenance of sidewalks, benches along walking routes and at transit stops – are considerations important for increasing the desirability and frequency of walking for all citizens but more particularly for older adults Transportation issues of older adults include reaction time and night vision. In a car-dependent community this can lead to isolation and depression. At the same time, many older adults are wary of public transit because of difficulties connecting to public transit from their neighborhoods or because of fears of crime or even unpleasant encounters. The use of ride sharing increases after age 50 but formal ride sharing programs are scarce and liability concerns can complicate volunteer programs.
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