Los Angeles Expo Features
Here’s what we did in 2025. Stay tuned for the new 2026 line-up.
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Accessibility Help Desk, Provided compliments of Abilities ExpoThere will be American Sign Language interpretation services available to assist anyone requiring sign language translation at the Accessibility Help Desk in the Lobby in front of the Exhibit Hall. This is a complimentary service and is offered… Learn more
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Meet the region’s artists with disabilities! Shop their eclectic mix of original, unforgettable artistry. Featuring photographs, paintings, graphic design, and more. All available for both appreciation and purchase. Artist Market sponsor LA Goal is committed to creating opportunities and equity for adults with developmental disabilities… Learn more
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Shoot your shot at the Toyota Basketball Experience! Test your skills, sink some baskets and play like the pros on this official half wheelchair basketball court. There will be sports chairs available for attendees to get the true feel for what’s it’s like to compete… Learn more
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Come climb on an indoor climbing wall! Adaptive climbing is possible for people of ALL abilities! Meet the best person to learn adaptive climbing from – Mark Wellman! Mark has a spinal cord injury (SCI) and is an adventure athlete, speaker, and author. Climb the… Learn more
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Come on by to learn more about and try a variety of adaptive sports! At the Sports Zone you’ll discover equipment and staff support so you can try several different sports. The Sports Zone is organized and presented by Angel City Sports. The Zone will… Learn more
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Meet representatives of disability and emergency management organizations who are active in emergency planning and are working to ensure Californians will be more resilient when disaster strikes. Gain vital personal preparedness tips to help you create realistic plans to meet your needs, maintain your independence,… Learn more
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Explore how assistive technology can help you or your loved ones bridge the gap between ability and disability! See and try a selection of assistive technology, with options for all disabilities. Ask questions and discuss recommendations to find the most appropriate technology for your abilities… Learn more
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Provided compliments of Pride Mobility Pride Mobility is sponsoring complimentary loaner scooters on a first-come; first-served basis to any attendee 18 years or older for use on the Expo floor. A government-issued photo ID is required to participate in this offer. This service is available… Learn more
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Provided compliments of Sunrise MedicalFree maintenance will be provided on a first come, first served basis by Sunrise Medical. This service will end one hour before the show ends each day. Learn more
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Welcome to the Altimate Academy! Standing has been a recognized therapeutic intervention for individuals with SCI/D, but there are also benefits for individuals with other diagnoses, including stroke, MS, and acquired brain injury. This course will discuss the evidence on the effectiveness of incorporating standing… Learn more
![[CEU Session] Managing Lower Extremity Contractures: The Role of Supported Standing](https://cdn.abilities.com/uploads/sites/21/2025/02/ceu-altimate-2.jpg)
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Welcome to the Altimate Academy! Children learn and develop skills through experiences with their environment. Children with neuromotor delays require assistance to enable them to have these varied experiences that foster growth and development. The introduction of a supported standing program as early as 9… Learn more
![[CEU Session] The Importance of Standing on Early Development](https://cdn.abilities.com/uploads/sites/21/2025/02/Zing-Medical-_-Katie-Wilke-Co.-137-of-157-scaled.jpg)
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Kick off Abilities Expo Los Angeles in style! Join us for the official Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony with California State Treasurer Fiona Ma as we open a weekend full of innovation, connection and empowerment. Be there to celebrate this exciting moment and the incredible community that makes… Learn more
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Living with a disability is expensive, but an ABLE account can help! ABLE Accounts are tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts that allow people with disabilities to save money without impacting eligibility for public benefits. CalABLE is California’s ABLE Program and will be hosting this session.… Learn more
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Join us for a beautiful singing performance from former American Idol contestant and winner of a Danny Award, Marna Michele! Marna is also the founder of CrippledisBeautiful, a podcast where she uses her platform to bring joy and connect with the community. Come and enjoy… Learn more
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How can my kitchen be made more accessible? Can kitchen appliances be more user-friendly? Could I retrofit my bathroom to include a spacious roll-in shower? Where should plumbing fixtures be located, and what type? Who should I hire to make sure my home renovation project… Learn more
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Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more
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Come try wheelchair pickleball taught by some highly skilled athletes! Wheelchair pickleball uses all the same rules as the able-bodied version of the game, but the ball may bounce twice before it is returned. Whether you have played the sport before or are just trying… Learn more
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From Red Tape to Real Care: How to Navigate Healthcare Hurdles Successfully” is an insightful workshop by Nurse Linda Schultz of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. In this session, participants will learn practical strategies for overcoming common obstacles in the healthcare system, such as… Learn more
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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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Staying Happy and Healthy is a great way to get you through 2025 and you do not have to do it alone! Join W.O.W. for tips, tricks, and workouts to build a happier healthier YOU! Fitness is a journey and W.O.W. is here to get… Learn more
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Ready to try adaptive football? See what the sport is all about, try some drills, toss the ball with fellow players and learn more about getting involved with playing wheelchair football in SoCal! Check out more about adaptive sports at angelcitysports.org. Learn more
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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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Much of society wrongly believes people with disabilities cannot be valuable romantic partners. Shane and Hannah—who are married and run a prominent YouTube channel called Squirmy and Grubs—will share the hilarious ups and downs of their relationship to disprove this damaging concept. Don’t miss a… Learn more
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Universal Design is the design and composition of an environment so that it can be accessed, understood and used to the greatest extent possible by all people regardless of their age, size, ability or disability. It is a term commonly used in architecture but can… Learn more
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Individuals with chronic medical conditions and long-term disabilities who have a permanent need for a wheelchair require a comprehensive, detailed evaluation of their physical, functional and environmental needs to allow clinicians and ATP suppliers to make appropriate Assistive Technology recommendations for a successful outcome. This… Learn more
![[CEU Session] Empowering Participation: Mobility Device Air Travel Considerations](https://cdn.abilities.com/uploads/sites/21/2024/12/ceu-8003.jpg)
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Meet extreme athlete Aaron “Wheelz” Fotheringham at the Stellantis booth! Stop by to say hi, grab a selfie and catch up with the legend himself. While you’re there, check out Stellantis’ lineup of accessible vans designed for comfort, style and mobility. Don’t miss this chance… Learn more
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Living with a disability is expensive, but an ABLE account can help! ABLE Accounts are tax-advantaged savings and investment accounts that allow people with disabilities to save money without impacting eligibility for public benefits. CalABLE is California’s ABLE Program and will be hosting this session.… Learn more
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Individuals with chronic medical conditions and long-term disabilities who have a permanent need for a wheelchair require a comprehensive, detailed evaluation of their physical, functional and environmental needs to allow clinicians and ATP suppliers to make appropriate Assistive Technology recommendations for a successful outcome. This… Learn more
![[CEU Session] Transportation & Community: Participation Among Power Wheelchair Users](https://cdn.abilities.com/uploads/sites/21/2024/12/ceu-8002.jpg)
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Thinking about getting a service dog? You’re at the right place! Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs… Learn more
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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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Join our Adaptive Core Cardio Workout to strengthen your core, boost endurance, and improve overall stability with tailored exercises for all abilities. Everyone is welcome! Learn more
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From Red Tape to Real Care: How to Navigate Healthcare Hurdles Successfully” is an insightful workshop by Nurse Linda Schultz of the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. In this session, participants will learn practical strategies for overcoming common obstacles in the healthcare system, such as… Learn more
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Attendees are welcome to play video games in the Kangsters Wheely-X booth #319 all weekend. BUT if you think you have what it takes to be the fastest in the Wheelchair Racing 400m, sign up for the exclusive one-day competition on Saturday, March 8. Top… Learn more
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Join us for a high-energy, live performance by The Rollettes – the incredible team of wheelchair dancers from Los Angeles! This internationally acclaimed dance team’s mission is to empower women with disabilities to live boundlessly and shift perspectives through dance and content creation. With dance,… Learn more
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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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On Saturday, March 8, Help Hope Live will restore hope and mobility for a 12-year-old Santa Monica girl who lost all her belongings in the Palisades fires, including her cherished adaptive bike. Preteen Parker Grace, known affectionately as “Pippi,” was born with a rare genetic… Learn more
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Join us for a beautiful singing performance from former American Idol contestant and winner of a Danny Award, Marna Michele! Marna is also the founder of CrippledisBeautiful, a podcast where she uses her platform to bring joy and connect with the community. Come and enjoy… Learn more
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Join married couple and disability advocates Shane and Hannah Burcaw for an open audience Q&A session. Come ready with questions about their work as content creators, writing books, and their interabled love story. Don’t miss hearing Shane and Hannah speak on their interabled love story… Learn more
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Staying Happy and Healthy is a great way to get you through 2025 and you do not have to do it alone! Join W.O.W. for tips, tricks, and workouts to build a happier healthier YOU! Fitness is a journey and W.O.W. is here to get… Learn more
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The Ms. Wheelchair California competition is indeed a significant event, providing a platform for contestants to share their stories and advocate for disability awareness. The next competition is scheduled for March 8, 2025. The winner will represent California in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition, where state… Learn more
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Are you ready to dance?! Straight Up Abilities will be bringing the energy with their group of talented performers, and they want you to come have some fun! Straight Up Abilities is a 501c3 non-profit that teaches dance and music classes to students of all… Learn more
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Service dogs can help you achieve more independence in your life. Assisting with all types of tasks, from picking up a cell phone to providing physical stability to counting money, and more! Service dogs are available for people with many different disabilities, including vision and… Learn more
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Start off your Sunday morning with energy and fun from Straight Up Abilities! Straight Up Abilities is a 501c3 non-profit that teaches dance and music classes to students of all abilities. Come see their vibrant group of dancers perform, and maybe learn a move or… Learn more
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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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Ready to break a sweat?! Challenge yourself in our Total Body Circuit class, a high-energy workout designed to target every muscle group for a full-body burn and maximum results! Learn more
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When life throws us a curveball it can rock us to the core. We ask ourselves, “Why me?” But the question can unfortunately be unanswerable. The future can look daunting, uncertain, and even overwhelming. So, what do we do? And where do we start? In… Learn more
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Staying Happy and Healthy is a great way to get you through 2025 and you do not have to do it alone! Join W.O.W. for tips, tricks, and workouts to build a happier healthier YOU! Fitness is a journey and W.O.W. is here to get… Learn more
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Join us for a high-energy, live performance by The Rollettes – the incredible team of wheelchair dancers from Los Angeles! This internationally acclaimed dance team’s mission is to empower women with disabilities to live boundlessly and shift perspectives through dance and content creation. With dance,… Learn more
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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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Discover how people with disabilities can become consumers of The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR). If you seek independence through employment, DOR can assist you. This workshop will also provide an understanding of the DOR/Mobility Evaluation Program (MEP) process and how the determination of a person’s ability… Learn more
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Wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced game for those with a permanent lower extremity disability that precludes them from playing competitive stand-up basketball. When the sport began it was only for those with spinal cord injuries; now people with many types of disabilities can play! You… Learn more
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Confidently navigate California’s Regional Center system in this empowering 30-minute session. Whether you’re a parent advocating for your child or an individual with a disability seeking resources, this workshop will provide actionable strategies to unlock services tailored to your needs. Led by two advocates who… Learn more
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Join us for a beautiful singing performance from former American Idol contestant and winner of a Danny Award, Marna Michele! Marna is also the founder of CrippledisBeautiful, a podcast where she uses her platform to bring joy and connect with the community. Come and enjoy… Learn more