ATLANTA, Oct. 12 /PRNewswire/ — Thousands of people with
disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, wounded veterans
and healthcare professionals are expected to attend Abilities Expo
on Friday, October 15, through Sunday, October 17, 2010 at the Cobb
Galleria Convention Center. Admission is free and show hours will
be Friday 11 am to 5 pm, Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and Sunday 11 am to
4 pm.
Abilities Expo has put together an impressive line-up of
exhibits, celebrities, workshops, political forums, events and
activities to appeal to the full spectrum of people with
disabilities, from children to seniors and everyone in between.
Visitors will also get on board the AARP/Walgreens Wellness Tour
and receive six essential health screenings (cholesterol, BMI,
blood pressure and more) for free. Complimentary rental scooters
and wheelchair repair will also be available onsite during show
hours and there will be free shuttle rides to and from the CCT
Cumberland Mall bus stop.
“Abilities Expo’s distinguished 31-year track record of
enhancing the lives of people with disabilities through technology,
education and networking will continue in the Atlanta area,” said
David Korse, president and CEO of Abilities Expo. “Between the
adaptive sports demonstrations, the interactive assistive
technology pavilion, the dynamic workshops and the thousands of
products and services on display…this is a must-attend for
everyone in the Community.”
The Latest Products and Services
Attendees will experience cutting-edge products and services for
people with a wide range of disabilities. They will find mobility
products, medical equipment, home accessories, essential services,
low-cost daily living aids, products for people with visual
impairments and much more. The Assistive Technology Pavilion will
feature the latest AT products for people with wide ranges of
physical, sensory and developmental disabilities. This pavilion is
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