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$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">AARP Smart Driver Safety Courses in New Jersey - Winter 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 11/26/24 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="right"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/c3/31/c5e61ad041d99631ef5eb789f445/gettyimages-166835146.jpg" alt="Mixed race woman driving in car" width="3413" height="5120" style="height: auto; max-width: 200px; max-height: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p>The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The AARP Smart Driver Course is a driving refresher course that features research-based curriculum. The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.
The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
Listed below are the Course Objectives of the AARP Smart Driver Course. As a result of completing the course, participants will:
Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.
The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.
AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops, click here.
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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. 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Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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The six-hour course is now the nation’s largest driving refresher course designed for drivers age 50.<br><br>The course teaches proven driving techniques to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.<br><br>Listed below are the Course Objectives of the <b>AARP Smart Driver Course</b>. As a result of completing the course, participants will:<br><br></p><ol start="1"><li>Drive with increased confidence.</li><li>Apply research-based safety strategies to reduce the likelihood of having a crash.</li><li>Select and use the newest safety and advanced features in vehicles.</li><li>Adapt to changes that affect driving ability, including medications, alcohol, and health-related issues.</li><li>Make driving decisions considering the links between the driver, vehicle, and road environment.</li><li>Safely share the road with other road users.</li><li>Evaluate your driving and determine when it may be time to limit driving.</li><li>Explore and use other ways to travel.</li><li>Use the comprehensive driver aids, checklists, and resources provided.</li></ol><p>Below, you'll find the list of New Jersey locations that are offering courses from January through March 2025.<br><br><b>The course is $20 for AARP members and $25 for non-members. Space is limited, so register now by calling the number that pertains to the location.</b><br><br>AARP also hosts FREE, 90-minute workshops to help you learn about the safety features in cars today. If you're interested in joining one of these Smart DriverTEK workshops,<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://campaigns.aarp.org/findaworkshop/?cmp=RDRCT-ADS-SDTEK-INPERSON-POSTCARD-JUNE2023&_gl=1*1chjoom*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_dc*R0NMLjE2OTEwNjk1MzEuRUFJYUlRb2JDaE1JMmJYQXY4ekFnQU1WeDhYSUNoMUVNZ2xfRUFBWUFpQUFFZ0tsRVBEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MTgxNTg5NTUyMS4xNjkwMzExMTIy&_ga=2.53751912.1313192777.1692623308-1607472573.1690311128&_gac=1.149678594.1691069531.EAIaIQobChMI2bXAv8zAgAMVx8XICh1EMgl_EAAYAiAAEgKlEPD_BwE" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"> <u>click here</u>.</a></span></span><br><br><b><u>January 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/8/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 1/9/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Hamilton, NJ - 1/15/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - Hamilton</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 1/21/2025 and 1/23/2025 at 12pm</b><br><ul><li>Location: Edison Senior Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 248-7345</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>February 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Mercerville, NJ - 2/3/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: RWJ Fitness and Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 584-5900</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 2/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Edison, NJ - 2/7/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Princeton, NJ - 2/13/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine Princeton Health - 731</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li></ul><p><b><u>March 2025</u></b><br></p><ul><li><b>Edison, NJ - 3/5/2025 at 10am</b><br><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Edison</li><li>Reg. Number: (732) 509-3875</li></ul></li><li><b>Palisades Park, NJ - 3/6/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: United Healthcare - Bergen</li><li>Reg. Number: (201) 654-9105</li></ul></li><li><b>Monmouth Junction, NJ - 3/12/2025 at 9am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Penn Medicine - South Brunswick Wellness Center</li><li>Reg. Number: (609) 897-8980</li></ul></li><li><b>Mountainside, NJ - 3/19/2025 and 3/26/2025 at 10am</b><br><ul><li>Location: Mountainside Rescue Squad</li><li>Reg. Number: (908) 232-0015</li></ul></li></ul></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> <p><i>This story is provided by AARP New Jersey. 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