Abilities Expo /Northern California Opens This Friday, November 18, 2005.NEW YORK New York, state, United States New York, Middle Atlantic state of the United States. It is bordered by Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, and the Atlantic Ocean (E), New Jersey and Pennsylvania (S), Lakes Erie and Ontario and the Canadian province of -- This weekend, dozens of new products and services will be showcased at Abilities Expo/Northern California the leading consumer show and conference for individuals with disabilities and their caregivers, senior citizens and healthcare and education professionals. The three-day event three-day event a competition in the pleasure horse sport comprising usually one day each for dressage, cross country and show jumping. will take place at the Santa Clara Santa Clara, city, Cuba Santa Clara (sän`tä klä`rä), city (1994 est. pop. 217,000), capital of Villa Clara prov., central Cuba. Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA from Friday, November 18 and continue through Sunday, November 20, 2005. "This year's show and conference program promises to deliver cutting-edge information, and products and technology to assist those with a disability," commented Dana Lupton, show director for Abilities Expo. "Consistent with our other shows across the nation, this event offers the latest products being introduced to this $1 billion market, including vans, clothing, lifts, wheelchairs, toys, support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services , computers, sports and exercise equipment, daily living aids, personal care products and much more," added Lupton. Attendees will have a chance to discover and learn about new products and services from exhibiting companies including Daimler Chrysler/Dodge, Christopher and Dana Reeve Dana Reeve (March 17 1961 – March 6 2006) was an American actress, singer, and activist for disability causes. She was also the wife of actor Christopher Reeve. Early life and family Reeve was born Dana Charles Morosini Paralysis Resource Center, LiftAid Transport, Permobil, and, many local organizations including the California Department of Rehabilitation rehabilitation: see physical therapy. , the California Telephone Access Program and Californians for Disability Rights. Far West Wheelchair Sports (FWWS FWWS Far West Wheelchair Sports (California) ) and AXIS Dance Company will be on hand for sports demonstrations throughout the three-day event. Far West Wheelchair Sports (FWWS) is non-profit organization A non-profit organization (abbreviated "NPO", also "non-profit" or "not-for-profit") is a legally constituted organization whose primary objective is to support or to actively engage in activities of public or private interest without any commercial or monetary profit purposes. which promotes, develops, and organizes wheelchair sports for individuals with physical disabilities. AXIS Dance Company has created an innovative body of work by dancers with and without disabilities, which has received acclaim from an international audience. The educational curriculum focuses on relevant topics addressing life today for individuals with disabilities, their family and caregivers. The comprehensive workshop programs will consist of consumer and professional tracks, with certificates of participation available to students, and education and healthcare professionals. Session topics include Avoiding Disability Traps, Planning for the Future of a Child with Special Needs, Air Travel Tips for People with a Disability, Aging with a Disability: The Implications of Long Term Healthcare and much more.
WHEN: Friday, November 18, 2005, 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday, November 19, 2005, 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday, November 20, 2005, 11 am - 5 pm
WHERE: Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, CA
PRODUCED & Questex Media Group
MANAGED BY: 800-385-3085
www.abilitiesexpo.com
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