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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Carolyn Beisiegel
COTA/L, C-AAIS, CTRI, CARSS II, DIR-BASIC
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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Explore the Affordable Housing Crisis for People with Disabilities
By Holly Klamer Affordable housing is a problem across multiple demographics. However, for people living with disabilities, the problem of finding secure and affordable housing is particularly significant. Disabled individuals looking to live more independently face unique barriers in securing stable and affordable housing, a problem that increases their vulnerability to homelessness, institutionalization and incarceration. This is…
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AI and Machine Learning in Dementia Care: Predicting and Preventing Challenges
By Mary Anne Roberto, CNA, Always Home Connected Dementia, a collective term referring to several chronic diseases that affect memory, reasoning and behavior, has a widespread impact on many people, and we have all attested to that or have at least heard about someone who is facing it. What might be a bit concerning about…
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The Most Amazing Week that I Nearly Missed
By Julienne Dallara “You should really be Ms. Wheelchair California!” I said to every woman in a wheelchair I knew who had brains, opinions and passion. “We need more women like you to compete!” “Then why aren’t you competing?” they retorted, and I had to reluctantly agree that they had a point. I had no…
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