Ft. Lauderdale Expo Workshops

Empower your abilities with this incredible lineup.

  • In this workshop, accessible travel influencer Cory Lee will show you how to see the world as a wheelchair user. From learning about how to make air travel easier to booking truly accessible hotel rooms and finding wheelchair-friendly tour companies, you will be fully prepared for your next… Learn more

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    Fri, 11:15am–12:15pm

    Tips for Traveling as a Wheelchair User
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    Beyond Limits: Accessible Fun in Greater Fort Lauderdale

    Presented by Attiyya Atkins (Senior Manager, Global Integrated Marketing for Visit Lauderdale) and Visit Lauderdale

    In this interactive workshop, Visit Lauderdale and Broward County Parks’ Special Populations team will highlight the region’s most welcoming parks, programs, and attractions—showcasing how accessibility and thoughtful design create unforgettable moments for residents and visitors alike. Attendees will explore real-life examples, discover free and low-cost… Learn more

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    Fri, 12:30pm–1:30pm

    Beyond Limits: Accessible Fun in Greater Fort Lauderdale
  • Florida Community Care will be presenting on medicare for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities and their families. More info coming soon! Learn more

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    Fri, 2:00pm–2:30pm

    Mastering Medicare
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    Home Safety and Environmental Modifications for Independent Living

    Presented by Beth Kofsky (Housing & Assistive Technology Inc.)

    HAT’s experienced certified staff will provide a workshop on a variety of topics concerning barrier-free homes, environmental adaptations and assistive technology solutions for persons with disabilities regardless of age or disability. Learn more

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    Fri, 2:45pm–3:30pm

    Home Safety and Environmental Modifications for Independent Living
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    Comprehensive Disability & Special Needs Planning

    Presented by Andre Sam (Disability & Special Needs Project)

    What happens when my loved one either turns 18 or is no longer capable of making medical, personnel, or financial decisions on their own? How do I determine if conservatorship/guardianship is an appropriate option? In this session, we will discuss this popular planning topic and… Learn more

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    Fri, 4:00pm–4:45pm

    Comprehensive Disability & Special Needs Planning
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    Discover How to Pay for Everything You See Today!

    Presented by Help Hope Live and Sonny Mullen (Director of Outreach, Help Hope Live)

    Did you know that you can fundraise to cover the costs of everything you see at Abilities Expo? From power wheelchairs to accessible vehicles, from adaptive bikes to home modifications. And more! Help Hope Live wants to help make this happen! Come find out how… Learn more

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    Sat, 11:30am–12:00pm

    Discover How to Pay for Everything You See Today!
  • How do I design a home that can be accessed by a wheelchair or other mobility device? How steep should a ramp be and does it need handrails? What type of door and threshold are required? How do I move between different levels? Whether you… Learn more

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    Sat, 1:15pm–2:00pm

    Accessible Home Design: Entrance & Access to All Levels!
  • This presentation focuses on the process of getting a wheelchair.  It is meant to empower the rider and family to be an active participant in the evaluation and fitting of the wheelchair. The goal is to explain the evaluation process in detail, including the team… Learn more

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    Sat, 2:30pm–3:15pm

    Wheelchair Evaluation/Fitting: How to be an Active Participant
  • In this workshop, accessible travel influencer Cory Lee will show you how to see the world as a wheelchair user. From learning about how to make air travel easier to booking truly accessible hotel rooms and finding wheelchair-friendly tour companies, you will be fully prepared for your next… Learn more

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    Sat, 3:30pm–4:30pm

    Tips for Traveling as a Wheelchair User
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    Join Nikki and Jesi, both certified nutrition coaches and personal trainers, for Empowered Eating! Empowered Eating is a transformative workshop that provides practical tools to reduce inflammation, foster a positive mindset around food, and understand how to nourish your body to stay strong, healthy, and… Learn more

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    Sun, 11:45am–12:15pm

    Empower Eating
  • Do you feel like you’ve been spinning in circles, trying to help your child communicate? This presentation is your roadmap to becoming the confident, knowledgeable advocate your child needs. From navigating IEP disagreements to finding support in your community, you’ll discover that you already have… Learn more

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    Sun, 2:00pm–3:00pm

    From Discovery to Diagnosis: A Parent’s Guide to Finding Your Child’s Voice