Chicago Expo Features
Empower your abilities with this incredible line up.
-
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
-
Activity
Meet the region’s artists with disabilities! Shop their eclectic mix of original, unforgettable art. Featuring photographs, paintings, graphic design, and more. Available for both appreciation and purchase. Artist Market sponsor Artfully Gifted Foundation was founded in 2013 for the purpose of supporting young entrepreneurs with… Learn more
-
Activity
Come paint, make art, and leave your mark! Kids love making art and so does the team from Zot Artz! Experience their one-of-a-kind art making tools! Stamp and paint with the Pogo Paint Poles. Spin, whirl, and twirl with the Give-It-a-Whirl! Create art with the… Learn more
-
Activity
Come on by to try a variety of adaptive sports! At the Sports Zone you’ll discover equipment and staff support so you can try several different sports. Featured sports will include boccia, cycling, and basketball. The Sports Zone is organized and presented by the Adaptive… Learn more
-
Activity
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
-
Activity
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
-
Activity
A calm room is a dedicated space, open to anyone, for use to help them reset and calm their nervous system from the possible sensory overload from the crowds, music and food smells. By visiting this welcoming space for a few minutes, an individual can… Learn more
-
Service
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
-
Service
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
-
Workshop
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
-
Activity
Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more
-
Research to help improve outcomes for people with disabilities is crucial for identifying risk factors, developing interventions, and tracking trends. While some research takes place in the lab, a big part of rehabilitation research relies on volunteer participants. This session will provide an overview of… Learn more
-
Activity
Join us for a high-energy, live performance by The Rollettes – the incredible team of wheelchair dancers from Los Angeles! These women have created a community that redefines what it means to be strong, female, and resilient. With dance, community outreach, education programs, and content… Learn more
-
Join us for a workshop designed to empower individuals with disabilities on their journey to workforce readiness. In this interactive session, participants will gain essential skills and insights to achieve their career goals and unlock their full potential. Discover how to identify your unique needs… Learn more
-
Activity
Come learn about sled hockey! Sled hockey follows most of the typical ice hockey rules with the exception some of the equipment. Players sit in specially designed sleds that sit on top of two hockey skate blades, and the players use two sticks instead of… Learn more
-
Workshop
Finding ways to experience the outdoors has long been a challenge for people with disabilities. Challenges could include lack of adaptive equipment, finding accessible hiking trails, needing people to support your needs, figuring out the logistics around outdoor travel, and lack of financial resources. Throughout… Learn more
-
Activity
This Special Rollettes Performance is happening before the show opens on Saturday. Get your FREE TICKET by checking the box on the registration form. Don’t wait! Space is limited. You’ll love this high-energy, live performance by The Rollettes – the incredible team of wheelchair dancers from Los Angeles! These… Learn more
-
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
-
Activity
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
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
-
Activity
Did you know horses can help people with disabilities?! It’s true! Horses help in many ways and miniature horses have been gaining attention for their strength as therapy animals. Come meet some “mini’s”! Learn why they are “horses” (not ponies) as well as the types… Learn more
-
Workshop
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 roundtable by… Learn more
-
Activity
Join us for an adaptive dance performance by dancers from Momentum Dance Studio! Then it’s your turn to try a mini dance class, focusing on stretching, building inner core strength, and enjoying the movement and music of dance! The studio has been teaching adaptive dance… Learn more
-
Workshop
Finding ways to experience the outdoors has long been a challenge for people with disabilities. Challenges could include lack of adaptive equipment, finding accessible hiking trails, needing people to support your needs, figuring out the logistics around outdoor travel, and lack of financial resources. Throughout… Learn more
-
Activity
Ready to have a lot of fun and work out at the same time? Come experience a WOW Wheelchair Fitness Class! The class features movements for seated students and is taught by a seated instructor. Featuring elements of weight training, Zumba, and pom-pom dance. Standing… Learn more
-
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
This workshop will cover the basics of Medicare along with essential benefits many people overlook, including dental care, hearing aids, transportation and even no-cost insulin. Learn more
-
Activity
Wheelchair rugby is often described as a combination of football, hockey and basketball in a wheelchair. Any individual with impairments in three or more extremities may be eligible to play. This may include but is not limited to spinal cord injury, post-polio and cerebral palsy.… Learn more
-
Workshop
This workshop is designed to inform the community why horses make such great therapists. Horses can provide support to people in many different ways both on the ground and in the saddle. The Legacy Ranch provides an array of services that assist people with all… Learn more
-
Activity
Learn about para pickleball which is the fastest growing sport in the country. Participants will learn the rules and where to find opportunities to play. Learn more
-
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices. Mental health is essential at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence… Learn more
