08/19/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 08/19/2024 09:55
The Roselle Police Department, in cooperation with the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), hosts Smart Driver Courses.
This program is a two-day course and is open to all drivers. The class meets from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on each day of the course at the Roselle Police Department. Participants will refine existing driving skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. They will review how to handle adverse driving conditions and traffic hazards and learn about the effects of aging and medication on driving, as well as much more.
The cost is $20 for AARP members or $25 for non-members. The fee covers all classroom materials. Coffee and rolls will be served. Please download the registration form and return it along with a check made payable to AARP to:
Roselle Police Department
ATTN: Community Resource Coordinator Maria Reyes
103 S. Prospect St.
Roselle, IL 60172.
Currently, several automobile insurance companies, in the majority of states provide a multi-year premium reductions to graduates of the course who are 55 years of age or older. Please check with your insurance company for possible reductions in your insurance rates upon completion of this course. The Smart Driver Course results in safer roads for everyone. Older drivers benefit from increased confidence on the road, better driving records, lower insurance rates and a continuing mobile, independent lifestyle for additional years.