Most seniors will tell you that they do not have a disability. They just need a little help every now and then. We get it and we can be that help.
Abilities Expo has customized its vast offerings into a targeted list of exhibits, workshops and activities geared toward anyone eligible for AARP. Use the following information to plan your ideal Abilities Expo senior experience.
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Here's what we did in 2012. Stay tuned for 2013!
| Assistance Dog Demonstration Watch how these clever canines open up the possibilities for their human partners. You’ll even get the chance to learn some basic commands for the dogs. |
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| Great Workshops Don’t miss these dynamic, informative sessions on November 16-17. In addition to some great topics, there are two travel workshops, one on each day. |
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Check out thousands of products and services to improve your life. You may click on “Advanced Search” to target exhibitors by product category. Once you select an exhibitor, you can see what they have to officer, “Map it” to find out where they are on the show floor and/or click the green + sign to add it to your person event plan.
The following workshops are geared for seniors. Click the session title for a full description.
Friday, November 16, 2012
11:45am – 12:45pm
How to Select the Right Vehicle for You
11:45am – 12:45pm
Screening of "Not Home" A Documentary About Kids Living In Nursing Facilities
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Travel the World: Tips for Travelers with Disabilities and Seniors
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Improving Your Nutrition and Wellness
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Push for More! Getting the Wheelchair that Works for You
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Home Modifications and Universal Design: Creating Inclusive Access
3:45pm – 4:45pm
How to Claim Your Identity and Sexuality as a Person with a Disability
3:45pm – 4:45pm
Practical Tips for Living Life to the Fullest
Saturday, November 17, 2012
11:45am – 12:45pm
Computer Access: From Head to Toe
11:45am – 12:00pm
Disasters and People with Special Needs: How to Engage, Interact and Improve Communication During Emergencies
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Planning Accessible Travel
Of our full spectrum of events and activities, the following will appeal to seniors. Check back soon as more will be added. Click on the event for more information.
All Day, Every Day
Adaptive Rowing Demonstrations and the RowOfLife Ocean Rowing Boat
Friday, November 16, 2012
12:00pm – 12:30pm
Children's Puppetry and "Showboaters" Performances
1:00pm – 1:45pm
Dance Performance and InMotion Workshop
2:00pm – 2:45pm
Team Hotwheelz Dance Performance
3:00pm – 3:30pm
Assistance Dogs Demonstration
3:45pm – 4:30pm
Horse Boy Method and Horsemanship for Everyone
Saturday, November 17, 2012
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Wheelchair Tennis
1:15pm – 1:45pm
Changeling Dance Theatre Demonstration
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Team Hotwheelz Dance Performancee
3:45pm – 4:30pm
Horse Boy Method and Horsemanship for Everyone
4:35pm - 4:55pm
Wheelchair Dancing Demo and Workshop
Sunday, November 18, 2012
1:00pm – 1:30pm
Team Hotwheelz Dance Performance
2:00pm – 2:30pm
Assistance Dogs Demonstration
2:45pm – 3:30pm
Horse Boy Method and Horsemanship for Everyone
