ADVISORY/Abilities Expo/New York Metro To Be Held April 16-18, 2004.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

ADVISORY...for Friday-Sunday (April 16-18)

Abilities Expo/New York Metro

--(BUSINESS WIRE)

Abilities Expo/New York Metro:

WHAT:       Abilities Expo/New York Metro is the one show dedicated
            to educating and improving the lives of people with
            disabilities, senior citizens, their families &
            caregivers, as well as healthcare and education
            professionals. The three-day event will take place at the
            New Jersey Convention & Expo Center, Edison, NJ from
            Friday, April 16 and continue through Sunday, April 18,
            2004. Some of the show highlights include:

        --  Attendees will have a chance to discover and learn about
            new products and services - from computers to athletic
            equipment and mobility products to daily living aids - all
            conveniently displayed to see, test and compare.
            Exhibiting companies include Invacare, Christopher and
            Dana Reeve Paralysis Resource Center, Assistive Technology
            Advocacy Center of NJP&A, Monmouth Vans, Access &
            Mobility, Canine Companions for Independence; and, many
            others.

        --  For the first time at the New York Metro event,
            Independence Technology, a Johnson & Johnson Company will
            feature the recently FDA approved iBOT Mobility System.
            The iBOT(TM) Mobility System is providing new levels of
            personal freedom and accessibility for people with
            disabilities.

        --  The educational curriculum developed by Carmen Jones, the
            new conference director for the event, focuses on relevant
            topics addressing life today for individuals with
            disabilities, their family and caregivers. The educational
            workshops include: Repair of the Injured Spinal Cord,
            Travel Tips by Air presented by Delta's Disability Program
            Leader, Planning for the Future of Children with Special
            Needs, and, much more.

        --  Local and regionally based organizations that work with
            people with disabilities will also be participating
            including, the New Jersey Council on Developmental
            Disabilities, the New Jersey Division of Disability
            Services, the Spina Bifida Association - Tri-State Region,
            and Cerebral Palsy of New Jersey.

        --  A limited number of loaner power wheelchairs, sponsored by
            Permobil, and a limited number of loaner scooters,
            sponsored by Coastal Surgical & Mobility, will be
            available, free-of-charge, for use while at the show.
            Equipment will be available on a first-come, first-served
            basis through the registration area (reservations are not
            accepted).

WHEN:       Friday, April 16 - Sunday, April 18, 2004
            Friday and Saturday - 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
            Sunday - 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

WHERE:      The New Jersey Convention & Expo Center, Edison, NJ

PRODUCED &  Advanstar Communications, Inc.
MANAGED BY: 440 Wheelers Farm Road
            Milford, CT 06460
            800-385-3085
            http://www.abilitiesexpo.com