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Solving Head Lice: Back-to-School Best Practices for Families with Complex Medical Needs
Standard lice treatments fail over 98% of the time due to resistance. A former Abilities Expo education director explains why, how one prescription option works differently for medically complex families.
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“I’m Living Proof”: How Yolanda Vicente Turned Adversity Into an Accessible Travel Career
Paralyzed after a childbirth injury, Yolanda Vicente remained resilient. Now a Certified Travel Advisor and photographer, she builds accessible vacations, weddings and honeymoons, making travel dreams possible for everyone.
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7 Facts that May Make a Pet Right for Your Disability
The positive impact that a pet can have on the lives of their human partners with disabilities and mental health challenges cannot be overstated!
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Chicago Is Calling: Abilities International Accessibility Conference Lands June 11–12
Chicago’s CRT community is gearing up for a major two-day industry gathering as the Abilities International Accessibility Conference arrives at the Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center on June 11–12, 2026.
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Is it Time for You to Open an IL ABLE Account?
Illinois ABLE accounts provide people with disabilities a way to save money tax-free without losing benefits, offering financial freedom, independence, and a path to a more secure future.
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CELEBRATE GLOBAL ACCESSIBILITY AWARENESS DAY!
Celebrate Global Accessibility Day with discounted tickets to the Abilities International Accessibility Conference in Chicago, featuring CEU-approved education, hands-on workshops, and practical learning across assistive technology and CRT.
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What exists, what stinks and what’s worth the hype?
People with disabilities are tired of scattered advice, inaccessible “accessible” tech and products that don’t fit real life. We’re trying to figure out what actually works — and what doesn’t.
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How to Plan Accessible Travel That’s Smooth, Safe and Stress-Free
Accessible travel shouldn’t feel like a gamble. From unreliable accessibility information to equipment concerns and unclear policies, disabled travelers and caregivers often face stress long before the trip begins.
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Battle Cry: Advocating for Accessible Breast Cancer Screenings for Women with Disabilities
Rolling Empire’s Angela Rockwood honors the late Auti Angel and exposes barriers to breast cancer screenings through the film Battle Cry, pushing for accessible healthcare for women with disabilities.
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Costa Rica Without Limits: When Accessible Travel Becomes a Real Experience
Accessible travel in Costa Rica is no longer a compromise. Discover custom, inclusive journeys designed for comfort, confidence and connection—where every traveler can explore, relax and experience without limits.
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How to Make Your Home Safer and More Accessible for Aging in Place
Home accessibility upgrades help seniors and people with disabilities stay safe and independent. Learn how to identify risks, plan modifications and create a home that supports changing needs with confidence.