Wiser Driver is a FREE four-week refresher course for older drivers, which Balwyn Evergreen is hosting every Tuesday in August.
If you’re keen to build on your knowledge and experience of driving, join us for this informative and friendly course that aims to keep you driving safely.
Topics covered include:
Driving today
How driving has changed over the years
Our strengths as older drivers
Overcoming the risks
Safety tips for wiser driving
Keeping your car in good condition
Night driving
Planning ahead
Medicines and driving
Safety rules
Changes to the Victorian road rules
What to do in a crash
Fun quizzes to check your knowledge of the road rules
Car safety features
How safe is your car?
New mandatory requirements
Tips for buying a safer car
Used car safety ratings
Being roadworthy
Assessing your own driving skills
How aging can affect your driving
Staying safe - helpful hints
Planning for the future
Retaining our licences
Occupational Therapy driver assessments
Using public transport to supplement driving
Resources include:
VicRoads: Road to Solo Driving Handbook
Victorian Older Drivers Handbook
Online videos from RACV
Fun quizzes to update your knowledge of the road rules
Visit from Vic Police to answer questions
ANCAP rating: how safe is your car
Dates
Tuesday, August 6 from 10am-12pm
Tuesday, August 13 from 10am-12pm
Tuesday, August 20 from 10am-12pm
Tuesday, August 27 from 10am-12pm
RSVP: to Balwyn Evergreen or via this link
Please note, booking for this course is for the four dates stated above. There is only the option to select the first date via Eventbrite, ie. the start of the course, but it will secure your seat for all four dates.
Balwyn Evergreen will be in contact with you directly before the course begins.
If you have any questions, please contact Balwyn Evergreen Centre 9836 9681 or office@balwynevergreen.org.au.