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In loving memory of our dear friend, every Sunday of the 2024 Abilities Expos will be Stevie Hopkins Day. We invite all who knew and admired Stevie to proudly wear…
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‘4 Wheel Bob’ Screens at Abilities Expo
If you have ever met Bob Coomber rolling around at one the Abilities Expos, you know that this is not a man vs. the wild kind of a film. Bob…
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Digital Embrace: How Technology Can Comfort and Empower Our Aging Loved Ones
By Danika Kimball In the soft, golden years of our parents’ lives, as the pace slows and the quiet settles in, technology emerges not as a towering wave of complexity,…
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Navigating the Digital Nomad Lifestyle with Disabilities
By Amanda Winstead In an era where remote work and digital nomadism have become increasingly popular, it’s important to address how all individuals can make this lifestyle work for them,…
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5 Best and Worst US Cities for Students with Disabilities
By Elisa Francis, Studocu When it comes to pursuing higher education in US, students with disabilities face unique challenges that can be influenced by the city in which they choose…
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Communication Devices for People with Cerebral Palsy
By Scott Vezina Traditional forms of communication can be a struggle for people who have cerebral palsy, who may have trouble speaking due to muscle spasms in their throat, mouth…
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Meditation for Children of Every Ability
By Janis Gioia, MAEd Every child deserves, and needs, to feel calm. Teaching kids meditation is one of the best ways to achieve this goal. Research studies prove that the…
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Using Self-Awareness to Advocate for Support Needs in Different Environments
By Jordan Smelley, Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) and Sarah Galbraith Laucks, Director of Education and Events, Abilities Expo Editor’s Note: This article is the transcript of the training from…
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How Modern Tools Simplify Relocation for People with Disabilities
In a world where technology continually evolves to ease daily tasks, digital tools and applications are transforming the moving process for people with disabilities. From AI-powered home layout planners ensuring…
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Autobiographer Attributes Success to Embracing Abilities Over Challenges
By Trenaya Reid, Life Rollz On As a person with a physical disability, I have overcame many challenges in my life. I was born with a rare orthopedic condition called…
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Legendary Athlete Born Without Legs Headlines Abilities Expo
By Dave Stevens, Dave Stevens Speaks and Prostanz Ability Camp It’s Ironic that after a 40 year plus career in broadcasting and sports… I get to return home to Arizona…
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Mom Has Been Diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. What’s your plan?
Some senior citizens face problematic situations—difficulty in walking, speaking and doing normal daily routines become tough due to physical and mental changes. There are a lot of challenges that come…