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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Three days. One roof. Endless opportunities.
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Find the answers you need from leading voices across a spectrum of disability expertise.
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Justin Graham, NASM-CPT, FNS
Certified Personal Trainer and Founder, WOW Wheelchair Fitness
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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Behind the Scenes of the Ms. Wheelchair America Competition
By Ali Ingersoll, Ms. Wheelchair America 2023 Competition is natural. We all want to be the best at what we do and be rewarded for our efforts. Regardless of what competition may be afoot in your life, we are taught at a young age in our society to work harder and strive to break so…
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My Life as an Autistic Solo Traveler
By Alex Stratikis, Autistic Adventures Abroad I was given my autism diagnosis at age 6, and naturally a lot has happened since then now that I have just turned 28. When I was growing up, we often went on family trips to either Greece, England or Spain, all places that we had close relatives living.…
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If You Want to Start Journaling About Your Health, Here’s a Good Place to Start
By The Mighty Staff This is not meant to be a negative statement, just a realistic one: In the course of any individual’s health story, there will be moments of perceived powerlessness. Those days when a treatment isn’t working as intended, chronic pain inches beyond an accepted tolerance threshold, a mental health morning that just…
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