FREE Event-Atlanta Abilities Expo

I learned about this event from a friend's email. I'm not sure if I will be able to attend, but I think it sounds fabulous!

When: October 15-17, 2010
Where: the Cobb Galleria Convention Center. It’s the Atlanta Abilities Expo and it’s the leading event for people with disabilities, their families, caregiver, seniors, veterans and healthcare professionals.

Admission is free to this fantastic annual event and you can pre-register for priority access. Just log on and do it now.

Here's a quick "heads-up" on just some of the amazing things you can expect to experience.

The latest products and services for people with disabilities and great Expo-only deals

Breakthrough assistive technologies for people with physical, sensory and developmental disabilities at the Assistive Technology Pavilion

Low-cost daily living aids at the Retail Pavilion

Feeling healthy? Make sure with six free health screenings onsite, compliments of the AARP/Walgreens Wellness Tour

Compelling workshops on the issues that matter most to you

Donate old wheelchairs and other used equipment at the show. Others with disabilities are in need of your generosity

The hip-hop jams of 4 Wheel City

Face painting for kids

The comedy and musical stylings of B.J. Davis

Canine assistance demonstration

Interactive, adaptive sports

Inclusive dance demo and instruction

Artist Market where talented local artists with disabilities will display and sell their artwork.

FREE loaner scooters
FREE wheelchair repair
FREE shuttle service

Other fun activities for kids, grandparents and everyone in between.
Don't keep it to yourself! Bring your family. Tell your friends. With all of its life-enhancing possibilities, this event is a must-attend for anyone in the Community.

The website is continually updated with new products and new expo features so visit it as often as possible.

Abilities Expo Atlanta is right around the corner so mark your calendar now, Friday, October 15 through Sunday, October 17 at the Cobb Galleria Convention Center. Click here for directions.