In urban environments throughout the country, children and older adults represent a disproportionate percentage of pedestrian injuries and fatalities in motor vehicle crashes. Many of these places have long established “Safe Routes to School” programs and policies for children, but are at a loss when it comes to making streets safer for older adults. As more people age in place and the population as a whole is living longer, creating streets that are easy, enjoyable and safe for older adults is crucial in urban environments.
This course uses seven chapters to outline the components of a program to improve street safety for senior citizens and promote the cardiovascular health of local older adults in urban areas. After watching this course you will understand the differences between “Safe Routes” for children and older adults and the steps you should take to get these programs off the ground, using concepts proven to work in New York City.
Amy Pfeiffer, your instructor, is a transportation planner and principal of PFoundation Works. She has over 11 years experience in transportation planning working with Nelson Nygaard, Transportation Alternatives, and The New York City Department of City Planning.
Shoni Litinsky | Active and Safe Routes to School
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