LOS ANGELES, Feb. 19, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- People with
disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, wounded vets and
healthcare professionals attending Abilities Expo (#AbilitiesExpo)
on February 23-25, 2018 at the LA
Convention Center, West Hall A will discover the latest products,
education and fun for all ages. They are also eagerly anticipating
the chance to test drive virtual reality neurotherapy, a
cutting-edge techonology which can drastically enhance the benefits
of physical therapy.
Attendees can also win a MYOLIN MyoCycle Home FES Cycling
Therapy System, a functional electrical stimulation bike to enable
people with paralysis to get the exercise and therapy needed from
the convenience of their own home.
Admission to Abilities Expo is free and show hours are Friday
and Saturday, 11am to 5pm and Sunday,
11am to 4pm. Complimentary loaner
scooters, wheelchair repair and sign language interpreters are also
be available during show hours.
Meet Paralympians and a Reality TV Star
Five
Paralympians in cycling, sitting volleyball, sit skiing, rowing and
track & field will show attendees that Olympic dreams are not
outside their reach. Entrepreneur Terra Jolé of MiniMama.com,
Dancing with the Stars and Little Women: LA fame will
host a Q&A about her experiences with motherhood, business and
the challenges she faces as a little person.
Latest Products and Services
Attendees experience
cutting-edge products and services for people with a wide range of
disabilities. They will find mobility products, devices for people
with developmental disabilities, medical equipment, home
accessories, essential services, low-cost daily living aids,
products for people with sensory impairments and more. The
Assistive Technology Showcase will feature live demos of iPad
speech apps as well as a multitude of technologies to enhance
independence.
Relevant Workshops
A series of compelling workshops on
how to certify your pet as a therapy dog, travel, therapeutic
cannabis, assistive tech, options for surviving an active shooter
and selecting the right accessible vehicle are offered
free-of-charge.
Adaptive Sports, Dancing, Assistance Animals and
More
Attendees can let loose with daily dance demos led by
Chelsie Hill and the Rollettes, Auti
Angel, Infinite Flow and more. They'll also enjoy service dog demos
and play adaptive sports like golf, paracycling, fencing, power
soccer, skateboarding, rowing, boccia, racing and tennis. The Play
Activity Area will feature a wide range of kid-friendly
activities.
For more, visit http://www.abilities.com/losangeles,
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