Mesquite Monthly
Mesquite seniors have a chance every month to take an AARP Driver Safety class, the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers age 50 and older. 
For over 40 years, the course has taught millions of drivers proven safety strategies so they can continue driving safely for as long as possible.
The four-hour class takes place the third Tuesday of each month. The next course is scheduled Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members.
The classes are located at Mesquite Senior Center 102 Old Mill Road. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete paperwork.
Those interested in attending can call 702-246-5290 or 702-433-8995.
The course is designed to help participants:
1. Learn research-based safety strategies that can reduce the likelihood of having a crash.
2. Understand the links among the driver, vehicle and road environment, and how this awareness encourages safer behavior.
3. Learn how medications, alcohol and other health-related issues affect driving ability and ways to adjust to allow for these changes.
4. Increase confidence.
5. Know how to drive safely when sharing the road with other road users.
6. Learn the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.
7. Learn how driving may no longer be safe.
8. Explore other way to travel.
