A free program called CarFit could help make driving safer and more comfortable for older drivers. This program provides senior motorists over the age of 65 access to a trained professional, who will lead them through a 12-point checklist with their vehicles, recommend personal vehicle adjustments and adaptations, and offer community specific resources and activities that could make their personal vehicles “fit” better or enhance their safety.

An occupational therapist will be available to provide information to older drivers on how to maintain and strengthen driving health.

This event is organized by the Duquesne University Occupational Therapy Graduate Students and sponsored by AAA, AARP, American Occupational Therapy Association, UPMC and Duquesne University.

When: Saturday, April 19, from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

Where: UPMC Passavant Hospital, 9100 Babcock Blvd., McCandless Township

Registration: This program is free, but interested drivers should call 1.800.533.UPMC (8762) to make an appointment.

Duquesne University
Founded in 1878, Duquesne is consistently ranked among the nation's top Catholic research universities for its award-winning faculty and tradition of academic excellence. The University is nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report and the Princeton Review for its rich academic programs in 10 schools of study for 10,000-plus graduate and undergraduate students, and by the Washington Monthly for service and contributing to students’ social mobility. Duquesne is a member of the U.S. President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll with Distinction for its contributions to Pittsburgh and communities around the globe. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Princeton Review’s Guide to Green Colleges acknowledge Duquesne’s commitment to sustainability.

This release was posted on Wednesday, April 16th, 2008 at 1:02 pm and is filed under Community Involvement, Events.