“How to take a roundabout? » Or “alert emergency services in the event of an accident”; “I no longer know all the signs”… So many situations that can worry seniors. This is why, with the intercommunal social action center (CIAS) of Saint-Brieuc Armor agglomeration, the municipal social action center of Trégueux is offering those over 60 years of age an information and prevention day, Tuesday 25 June 2024, for refresh your knowledge of the Highway Code and all aspects related to driving”, says Sarah Oger, health prevention mission manager at CIAS.
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Adapt your knowledge so as not to panic
She continues: It is also an opportunity to share experiences and learn about tips and techniques. The Highway Code has changed. New signs have appeared, new rules of conduct too. With age we no longer have the same reflexes, we can panic.
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It is a desire of the municipality to offer this day. Last year, a small event on the Highway Code attracted and interested a lot of people.
says Isabelle Le Gall, deputy mayor for social action.
This day will be rich and varied in workshops, activities and speakers,”
announces Fabrice Hillion director of CCAS. And there will be no license taken away at the end of the day,”
completes Sarah Oger,
Workshops with or without registration, activities, conferences
Prevention stands will be run by partners: Road safety, Groupama, Departmental fire and rescue service, pharmacist, hearing aid specialist, Châtelets rehabilitation center, Réseau Tub.
At 9:30 a.m., public reception; from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., workshops: hearing tests, prevention screening (vision, memory, balance, diet), taking roundabouts, alcohol course, driving simulator, what to do in the event of an accident, etc. For hearing tests and prevention screening it is imperative to register at tel. 02 96 58 57 06. Free entry for morning workshops.
At 2 p.m., animation around the Highway Code, with situations found in the department. At 3:30 p.m., prevention activities around medications, with a pharmacist. At 3:50 p.m., how to fill out a report, with Groupama. There are no workshops in the afternoon.
Tuesday June 25, 2024, from 9:30 a.m., at the Clef des Arts, open to over 60s. Free. Registration required on tel. 02 96 58 57 06.
