Council on Aging to Host AARP Driving Program

March 8, 2013

  03/11/13 The Marshall County Council on Aging is hosting the AARP Driver Safety Program at the Life Enrichment Center on Thursday, March 21, 2013.  The class will be held from 9:00 am – 1:00 p.m.  Although the program is geared towards drivers over 50, all ages of drivers are encouraged to attend.  In this course, you will learn:

• Defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and rules of the road
• How to deal with aggressive drivers
• How to handle problem situations such as left turns, right-of-way, interstate highway traffic, trucks, and blind spots
• How to safely use anti-lock brakes, air bags, and safety belts.

In addition, completing the program qualifies drivers for discounts with many auto insurance carriers. The cost of the AARP Driver Safety Program is $ 12 for members (with card), and $14 for non-members. Class size is limited to the first 35 people.  Please call 936-9904 or toll-free 1-866-936-9904 to reserve your spot.