Supercharge your independence
Think you’ve hit the peak of your abilities? Think again. Abilities live events and online resources deliver game-changing technologies, products, services and education to help our dynamic disability community break barriers and push past limits.
Access is power
Popping up in seven U.S. cities each year, the three-day Abilities Expos are your free, all-access passes to empowerment. Buckle up for cool gadgets, cutting-edge tech, info-packed workshops, adaptive activities and so much more. This golden opportunity to engage with your community will have you asking, “Why didn’t I do this sooner?!”
- People with disabilities
- Family, friends and caregivers
- Healthcare professionals
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Explore solutions at Abilities Expo
Three days. One roof. Endless opportunities.
Get the inside scoop from experts
Find the answers you need from leading voices across a spectrum of disability expertise.
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Andre Sam
Disability & Special Needs Project
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Attiyya Atkins
Senior Manager, Global Integrated Marketing for Visit Lauderdale
What’s happening
Dive into inclusive experiences, innovative technologies, valuable resources, hands-on workshops and so much more.
Products & services
From high-tech devices to daily living aids, explore solutions for multiple disabilities.
Inclusive dance
Creative movement and accessibility unite to create sometime spectacular. Join in!
AT showcase
Learn how assistive technology can help you or your loved ones bridge the ability gap.
Adaptive sports
No more sidelines for you! Time to get in the game and discover your new favorite pastime.
Service animals
Assistance dogs and horses are game-changers for their humans partners.
Artist market
Talented local artists with disabilities display their eclectic works of art for the community.
Climbing wall
With specially designed adaptive equipment, anyone can conquer the all-inclusive rock wall.
Must-see workshops
Free sessions on accessible travel, home remodeling, disability finance and more.
Wheelchair repair
Need a tune-up? Swing by the Free Wheelchair Repair Pavilion for minor maintenance.
Insights and stories from our community
Whatever your role in this vibrant community, this is your space. Read on and enjoy the journey.
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Tap Dancing is Hands-Down Fun for Everyone
By Laura Muha When former Radio City Rockette Mary Six Rupert was 9 months old, she rolled off her father’s lap and wound up in a body cast with a broken leg. Her mother, Nita Braun, decided Rupert’s legs needed strengthening, so once Rupert recovered, Braun signed the toddler up for dance lessons—something that led…
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More Than Fundraising: Connecting Communities with Help Hope Live
By Emily Progin, Help Hope Live On May 7, Help Hope Live will once again showcase hope in motion at Abilities Expo New York Metro as we present a customized Freedom Concepts adaptive bike to three-year-old Easton Clark and his family. Easton’s journey with Help Hope Live proves that trusted medical fundraising can go so much further than financial support, giving communities…
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Empowering Kids with Disabilities Through Baking
By Jordan River, JB Cookie Cutters As a parent or caregiver of a child with a disability, finding activities that are both enjoyable and beneficial for their development can be a challenge. However, baking is a great way to engage your child’s senses, improve their fine motor skills and boost their self-esteem. In this blog post,…
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