New York Expo Workshops

Empower your abilities with this incredible line up.

  • Not ever rider is prepared for a wheelchair evaluation; they may not know what to expect, what questions to ask, and they may feel as if decisions are being made on their behalf. This workshop is attended to empower the wheelchair rider to be an… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Fri, 11:45am–12:45pm

    Wheelchair Evaluation/Fitting: How to be an Active Participant
  • 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

    Workshop Area

    Fri, 1:00pm–2:00pm

    Accessible Home Design: Kitchens & Bathrooms!
  • Workshop

    Come see a screening of of Just Hands: For the Love Of Racing, the TV show that follows the journey of Torsten Gross, a C6 quadriplegic, as he navigates the world of race car driving. Race car driving is one of the only sports that… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Fri, 2:30pm–3:30pm

    Meet Star of New TV Show Just Hands: For the Love of Racing
  • Workshop

    Peer to Peer Manual Wheelchair Maintenance – Tips and Tricks

    Presented by Matthew Castelluccio (Vice President, Community Support, United Spinal Association), Peter Gagliardo (Adaptive Sports and Recreation Coordinator and Peer Mentor Coordinator, Helen Hayes Rehabilitation Hospital) and Jean Minkel, PT, ATP (Senior Vice President, Mobility and Rehab Services, Independence Care System (ICS) – On A Roll Mobility Services)

    Two seasoned wheelchair riders will share with you tips and tricks to perform your own basic maintenance on your manual wheelchair.  We’ll share with you tips on what tools to have nearby, even those you will want to carry with you.  Just like a car,… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Fri, 3:45pm–4:45pm

    Peer to Peer Manual Wheelchair Maintenance – Tips and Tricks
  • Workshop

    Integrating Animals: How Animals Contribute to Holistic Health

    Presented by Carolyn Beisiegel (COTA/L, C-AAIS, CTRI, CARSS II, DIR-BASIC)

    Animals have been healers for a long time, and it is just recently that they have been recognized as an important part of holistic health. This presentation will provide an overview of different animals and the ways they contribute to our livelihood. It will break… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Sat, 11:45am–12:45pm

    Integrating Animals: How Animals Contribute to Holistic Health
  • Pride Mobility® wants to hear from you! This dedicated sessions is an opportunity for you to provide our expert staff with direct feedback about your Pride products. If you are interested in sharing your ideas and experiences, we encourage you to register for the PRIDE… Learn more

    Junior ballroom, First Floor

    Sat, 12:00pm–1:00pm

    Pride Mobility Consumer Roundtables
  • For both individuals receiving care and those providing it, juggling a complex medical situation with a disability can become challenging. Pain management, bladder and bowel routines, skin care, and more all compete for attention and trying to prioritize tasks can be exhausting. In this workshop,… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Sat, 1:00pm–2:00pm

    The Art of Complex Caregiving
  • Quantum Rehab® wants to hear from you! This dedicated sessions is an opportunity for you to provide our expert staff with direct feedback about your Pride products. If you are interested in sharing your ideas and experiences, we encourage you to register for the QUANTUM… Learn more

    Junior ballroom, First Floor

    Sat, 2:00pm–3:00pm

    Quantum Rehab Consumer Roundtables
  • Workshop

    Travel with a Disability? Yes, You Can!

    Presented by Kristy Lacroix, Certified Accessible Travel Specialist (Senior Vice President, Mobility and Rehab Services, Independence Care System (ICS) – On A Roll Mobility Services)

    Want to travel? Join Kristy Lacroix of Wheelchair Escapes as she shares what she has learned over 30 years of hands-on experience planning travel for people who use wheelchairs or have other disabilities. Discover travel tips, ideas, and advice to help you say, “I can… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Sat, 2:30pm–3:30pm

    Travel with a Disability? Yes, You Can!
  • Workshop

    Disability and Special Needs Planning Made Easy

    Presented by Andre Sam (Disability & Special Needs Project)

    An informative and educational workshop for family members with loved ones of all ages with physical and/or intellectual disabilities or special needs! Many topics will be covered in this workshop. Including: guardianship, alternatives to guardianship, micro boards, wills, family trusts, special needs trusts, SSI (Supplemental… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Sat, 3:45pm–4:45pm

    Disability and Special Needs Planning Made Easy
  • Workshop

    Life After Stroke: Help for Stroke Survivors and Caretakers

    Presented by Christopher Ewing (Stroke Survivor and President/Founder, The Stroke Channel)

    Hosted by Emmy Award winning TV Host, Executive Producer and stroke survivor Christopher Ewing, this workshop is designed for stroke survivors, as well as their caregivers and loved ones. On April 21, 2018, Christopher suffered a near fatal hemorrhagic stroke while at his television studio… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Sun, 11:45am–12:45pm

    Life After Stroke: Help for Stroke Survivors and Caretakers
  • Workshop

    Wheelchair Seating Solutions for Kids

    Presented by J.D. Concepcion, ATP (Regional Manager, Stealth Products)

    This workshop is meant to provide families and caregivers of children who use various types of wheeled mobility devices with an overview of the different types of common seating and positioning devices. It will cover what each item is designed to do as well as… Learn more

    Workshop Area

    Sun, 1:00pm–2:00pm

    Wheelchair Seating Solutions for Kids
  • Workshop

    All About Service Dogs

    Presented by Kristin Hartness (Executive Director, CDK)

    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

    Workshop area

    Sun, 2:30pm–3:30pm

    All About Service Dogs