Key Consumer Event for People with Disabilities Opens This Weekend at the Novi Convention Center
August 25th, 2005 by RespiteMatch.comAbilities Expo/Metro Detroit
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WHAT: Abilities Expo/Metro Detroit 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.
WHEN: Friday, August 26, 2005, 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday, August 27, 2005, 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday, August 28, 2005, 11 am - 5 pm
WHERE: The Novi Convention Center, Novi MI
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
– Chad Crittenden, most recently known for participating in the CBS reality TV show Survivor Vanuatu, will deliver a keynote speech on Saturday, August 27th at 12:30 pm. Chad will talk about his experiences on Survivor, being an amputee, and take questions from the audience. He will be at the Expo for most of the day signing autographs.
– Michigan Adaptive Sports, Michigan Sports Unlimited, Oakland County Parks, C.C. Plus, Dance for Fun and Fitness are a few of the companies that will be conducting demonstrations throughout the event. Demonstrations include: adaptive skiing, quad rugby, tennis, goal ball (for individuals with visually impairments) and an adaptive dance and exercise program for people with developmental and physical disabilities.
– 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 Daimler Chrysler Dodge, Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Resource Center, LiftAid Transport, and, many others.
– Local and regionally based organizations that work with people with disabilities will also be participating including Great Lake Medical Supply, Michigan Assistive Technology & Telework Loan Fund, Michigan Commission on Disability Concerns, Michigan Paralyzed Veterans of America, Michigan Protection & Advocacy Service, Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan, United Cerebral Palsy of Metro Detroit, and many more.
– 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.
– Special show services will be available for attendees including Complimentary Wheelchair Repair provided by Hands on Concepts. Loaner Wheelchairs will be provided by Permobil. For People with Hearing Impairments, there will be a sign language interpreter available to assist persons who are deaf or hearing impaired.
PRODUCED & Questex Media Group, Inc.
MANAGED BY: 800-385-3085
www.abilitiesexpo.com
Contacts
Media Relations for Abilities Expo
Amy Riemer, 978-475-4441
amy@riemercommunications.com
