Stay in the Driver’s Seat with Car-Fit

On Tuesday, April 2, between 11 a.m. – 1 p.m., come to the Tappahannock Walmart parking lot on Route 360/17 for a 20-minute consultation to help you make sure your car is adjusted to “fit” you.

Safe driving means more than knowing the rules and paying attention. On April 2, take 20 minutes out of your day to have trained Car-Fit technicians check to be sure your car is adjusted properly to “fit” you. This is not a driving evaluation; technicians check such things as mirror adjustments to reduce blind spots, foot positioning on pedals, seat positioning/line of sight, and head restraint adjustment. If necessary, an occupational therapist will be on hand to recommend adaptive devices.

Car-Fit is an educational program created by AAA, AARP and the American Occupational Therapy Assn. This event is brought to you by the Virginia Dept. of Aging & Rehabilitative Services and the Essex Co.-Tappahannock Triad. Triad is a partnership among law enforcement, older citizens and community organizations to enhance the safety and quality of life of older citizens. For more information, email the Triad at essextriad@gmail.com, or contact the Tappahannock Police Dept. 804-443-3992.