Chicago Expo Workshops
Empower your abilities with this incredible 2025 lineup.
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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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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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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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Finding ways to experience the outdoors can be challenging for some people with disabilities. This could include a lack of access to adaptive equipment, finding accessible hiking trails, needing people to support your needs, or figuring out the logistics around outdoor travel. Throughout this session,… 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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Living with a disability can be expensive; your ABLE account can help! A new wheelchair. Therapy for your child with a disability. Cool new communications device. A modified van. Do you love all the products and services you see at the Abilities Expo but wonder… Learn more
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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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Join Fora advisor, Aashima Ratti, to discuss top trends in the luxury accessible travel market. Learn more about Fora and accessible travel at https://www.foratravel.com/travel/accessible-travel or on Instagram. Learn more
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Is it possible to live well with mental health challenges? Yes! This workshop focuses on finding your own way to your personal best, including tools for those who are struggling and options to manage your mental health. Cindy Kolbe shares how she was ashamed of her depression diagnosis–but… Learn more
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Fun Fitness is a great way to get you through 2025 and you don’t 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 help you stay Happy,… Learn more
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Is it easy to support kids? Rarely. Many of us have struggled to assist kids of all ages. When you add a disability to the mix, the challenges multiply. In this workshop, Cindy Kolbe shares helpful resources and valuable insights from moms across the country to… Learn more
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Community mobility is a necessary element of day-to-day life, and important in ensuring our connection to school, work, leisure and social activities. The most common mode of transportation in the U.S. is a personal vehicle, and public transportation can be unreliable and often does not… 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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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
