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HELP WHEN YOU NEED IT
A handy list of driving resources for aging drivers
AMA Seniors Transportation Information
Guides: ese handy booklets list transportation
options for seniors, as well as business and services
that come to your home. Guides are currently
available for Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Grande
Prairie and St. Albert. Pick them up at AMA centres,
or online. ama.ab.ca/SeniorsTransportation
CarFit: As we age, our flexibility and agility tend to
diminish, so vehicle fit and comfort are key to
safety. is AMA program helps ensure seniors are
seated correctly in their cars so they can continue to
operate their vehicle safely. For more information,
email: caroline.gee@ama.ab.ca
Driver 55 Plus: Rules change over the years, why
not consider a refresher course that updates the
rules of the road in a fun and interactive classroom
setting? 1-800-642-3810; AMADriverEducation.ca/
Driver55Plus
Seniors Driver In-vehicle Evaluation: Smart to
fine tune once in a while, especially something as
important as driving. is is a one-on-one driving
skills assessment with an AMA driving instructor.
Voluntary and confidential. AMADriverEducation.ca/
InVehicleEvaluation
CAA Seniors Driving Website: A wellspring of
information for aging drivers – from changes in
ability and skill-assessment methods to resources
for family members – drawn from resources such as
the Canadian Medical Association and the Cana-
dian Association of Occupational Therapists.
SeniorsDriving.caa.ca
Eye and Ear Exams: Drivers over the age of 55
should get their hearing and eyesight tested every
year – more often if they notice a change. Visit Con-
nect Hearing connecthearing.ca to schedule a hearing
test. AMA members save 15% off hearing aids. W
YOUR AMA
MEMBERSHIP
SAVES YOU
MONEY
As an AMA member, you get
discounts at many automotive
partners and access to free
AMA member-only events
and service. Take these for
a spin.
Lube City
With the changing seasons,
it's time to get your car ready
for winter. Get top-to-bottom
quality car care at Lube City.
Earn 15% in reward dollars.
AMARewards.ca/LubeCity
Calgary Muffler
Don't delay getting exhaust
problems and noises
repaired. Calgary Muffler
takes care of it all. Save 15%
on regular-priced parts and
installation. AMARewards.ca/
Calgary Muffler
GlassMasters
Don't ignore windshield chips
and cracks. Save 50% on rock
chip repairs and earn 15% in
reward dollars on windshield
and glass installation.
AMARewards.ca/
GlassMasters
Four Wheel Performance
Save 15% on parts, labour
and auto accessories. Plus
receive a free driveline
inspection or free emissions
inspection. AMARewards.ca/
FourWheel
AMA Air Service
Keep your tires optimally
inflated for a smoother and
safer ride with this free air
service offered at four AMA
centres: Edmonton Kingsway,
Edmonton South, Calgary
Main and Calgary Crowfoot.
DRIVING
