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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Abilities Expo - Chicago | June 29 -July 1, 2012 | info



Discover solutions at Abilities Expo
The Community has spoken! Abilities Expo is the trusted source where people with disabilities, their families, seniors, vets, caregivers and healthcare professionals gain knowledge and empowerment (and have a little fun!). For more than 30 years, Abilities Expo has also provided an excellent forum for companies with disability products and services to reach out and enhance the lives of this Community.



Free Workshops Daily
Take advantage of Free Workshops that focus on everything from tips for traveling with a disability and home modifications to the steps to getting the best accessible vehicle. Meet the stars of the new series Push Girls and the film Beyond the Chair. Discover how you can advocate for the best wheelchair for you and improve your understanding of legal planning. Kids! There’s even a workshop just for you!

Workshops are FREE! All attendees are welcome – you don’t need to register or sign up in advance. Just arrive early to the workshop to make sure you can get a seat!

For Workshop events and Registration :
http://www.abilitiesexpo.com/chicago/vsessions.html

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Events and Activities make the total Abilities experience

Add some exciting new activities to your life? Abilities Expo showcases a wide range of events that not only entertain, they also give you the opportunity to try new things, expand your interests and discover ways to be more involved in the local Chicago area.

More events added each week. Check back for details!

•Try a variety of adaptive sports
•Transform your face at the face painters
•Learn how to work with assistance dogs
•Break out your dancing wheels
•Find out how horses can help people with disabilities
For the list of daily events: http://www.abilitiesexpo.com/chicago/specialevents.html
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For full information for Abilities Expo in Chicago visit:
http://www.abilitiesexpo.com/chicago/

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