Salem Community Center hosts safe-driving course

Staff report

SALEM

Area residents age 50 and older can update their knowledge and learn safe driving techniques during the AARP Smart Driver Course, which will be offered at Salem Community Center, 1098 N. Ellsworth Ave., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday.

Designed specifically to meet the needs of mature drivers, the course covers topics such as defensive-driving techniques, new traffic laws, reducing driver distractions, effects of medications on driving, and adjusting driving to accommodate age-related changes in vision, hearing and reaction time.

The cost is $15 for AARP members; $20 for nonmembers. Some course graduates may be eligible for discounted auto insurance rates.

Space is limited, and pre-registration is required by calling 330-332-5885 or by visiting the community center’s front desk. The class is co-sponsored by Salem Regional Medical Center and the center.