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resources available that support our Aging Road User
Strategic Safety Plan.

This guide was developed by the Coalition to provide
easy access to some of the information and resources
provided on our website, www.FLsams.org. Our
website serves as a virtual “one-stop shop” for all your
transportation safety and mobility needs. FLsams.
org provides more information to assist you, family
members, caregivers, doctors, law enforcement,
engineers, planners, and communities to keep you
safe while driving and provides tools to help you stay
mobile when you are no longer driving.

To contact the Safe Mobility for Life Resource Center,
please refer to page 80 in the Appendix and look for us
on social media to stay connected to the latest updates
and information to help you stay safe and mobile.

Roadway Improvements

For over 20 years, the FDOT has made roadway changes
to help residents with visual and physical issues
associated with aging, including:

r Increased visibility by:

m Changing the width of the lines on the road from
4 to 6 inches
m Adding reflective back plates on traffic signals on
roads over 45 miles per hour

m Spacing reflective pavement markers at 40 feet

m Using larger lettering on guide signs based on
the speed of the road

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