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Show Directory & Buyers Guide www.AbilitiesExpo.com The 2016 BraunAbility MXV Built on the Ford Explorer NRG Center (formerly Reliant Center) Hall E GENERAL INFO NRG Pkwy, Houston, TX 77054 • 832-667-1400

SHOW FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY LOANER SCOOTERS Provided complimentary by Pride Mobility Products Corp. HOURS August 5 • 11am–5pm August 6 • 11am–5pm August 7 • 11am–4pm Pride Mobility Products Corp. will make loaner scooters* available for visitors to Abilities Expo in the Lobby. Appropriate identification EVENT INFORMATION & REGULATIONS: must be provided. • Show Management is not responsible for loss or theft of personal belongings. • Purchases: As the removal of products or materials requires PERSONAL CARE SERVICE ATTENDANT** documentation, please have receipts available. Packages may be subject A Personal Care Service Attendant* to assist guests during show hours to inspection. for their personal needs (rest room assistance, filling out forms, etc.) will • There is no paging system available. be available at the Accessibility Help Desk. • NO SOLICITATIONS PLEASE!! Solicitations to exhibitors or SHUTTLE SERVICE – Curbside Accessible shuttle service from/to the expo attendees are not permitted by individuals, including visiting Crowne Plaza Houston and Springhill Suites to NRG Center, Hall E manufacturers who are not contracted exhibitors with Abilities Expo. If entrance, Provided Complimentary by NRG Center and hotels listed. you see anyone during the Expo hours soliciting another person, please inform Show Management immediately. • By registering for this event, attendees and their guests authorize – AREAS ON THE EXHIBIT FLOOR – Abilities Expo to use any photographs taken of them during the expo. Uses may include promotional materials and activities. ARTIST MARKET • Photography or videotaping in the exhibit hall is prohibited unless VSA once again is sponsoring the Artist Market in Booth authorized by Show Management in writing. Please go to the Accessibility Help Desk in the Lobby in front of the Exhibit Hall if authorization is 512/513. Drop by to see some amazing work that may be required. Permission from each booth exhibitor is required prior to taking purchased on show site. booth photographs or videotaping. ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY SHOWCASE ACCESSIBILITY HELP DESK – INFORMATION / LOST AND FOUND Test drive accessibility and special education apps at the AT Show-related questions may be answered at the Accessibility Help Desk Showcase, presented by Texas Technology Access Program, in the Lobby. Any lost items will be held here until the close of the show, when they will be given to Building Security. Booth 231. AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER** FOOD SERVICE Sponsored by Sign Shares The food service and seating area is at the back of the hall and will be You may sign up to engage a sign language interpreter* at the open show days until one hour prior to show close. Accessibility Help Desk. There will be additional interpreters at the Sign Shares Booth 625. SERVICE DOG RELIEF AREA FIRST AID Please walk up aisle 200 and access the doors on the left of the Exhibit First Aid provider will be available at the Accessibility Help Desk in the Hall to exit the building. We appreciate you picking up after your animal. Lobby in front of the Exhibit Hall during show days and hours. There Please, do not exit the front of the Convention Center as there are no is a First Aid office by Hall A should you n eed additional assistance. In provisions there. an emergency please dial 0 from a house phone or 911 from any other phone. WHEELCHAIR REPAIR PAVILION Provided complimentary by Frog Legs. Free maintenance* will be provided in Booth 549. This service HOTELS will end one hour before the show ends each day. Crowne Plaza Houston 8686 Kirby Drive, Houston, TX 77054 713-748-3221 DISCLAIMER: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this Show Springhill Suites by Marriott Houston Medical Center Directory. However, Show Management cannot be held responsible for any errors or 1400 Old Spanish Trail, Houston, TX 77054 omissions. Opinions stated at the workshops/events are those of the speakers and not 713-796-1000 necessarily those of Abilities Expo. All workshops and events are subject to change or cancellation without prior notice. Show Management Calendar of Events *These complimentary services are available on a first come/first served basis during show days/hours. Chairman Boston **These services are provided compliments of Abilities Expo. Lew Shomer September 16-18, 2016 President/CEO Bay Area TABLE OF CONTENTS David Korse November 18-20, 2016 General Information...... 3 Operations DC Metro Caryn Cohan-Bates, CEM December 2-4, 2016 Floor Plan...... 4 Exhibit Sales Los Angeles Julienne Dallara Events and Educational Workshops March 24-26, 2017 Valerie Teague Friday...... 6-7 New York Metro Education/Events Saturday...... 8-9 Sarah Galbraith Laucks, CMP May 5-7, 2017 Marketing/PR Chicago Sunday...... 10-11 Kevaleen Lara June 23-25, 2017 Exhibitor Information Houston Accessibility Help Desk Exhibitor Listings...... 12 Roseann Ogilvie August 4-6, 2017 Product Categories...... 28 Abilities Expo 16501 Ventura Blvd. • Suite 510 Encino, CA 91436 Office: 310.450.8831x3 Fax: 424.238.6358 3 Houston August 5-7 2016 NRG Center • Hall E

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For Events, Workshops and Activities Make the Total Abilities Experience! locations, Abilities Expo showcases many events and workshops to entertain and educate! All For your convenience, we have indicated the age please refer while giving you the opportunity to try new activities, expand your interests, and groups that may be interested in these events. to the Floor Plan discover ways to be more involved in the Houston region. Kids Adults Seniors K S (page 4) * Schedule is subject to change without notice. Abilities Expo is not responsible for the materials or opinions of speakers. A FUN EVENTS ALL DAY ACTIVITIES All events include a presentation or demonstration as well as an These activities run continuously during show hours and include opportunity for attendees of all levels of ability to participate! the opportunity for all attendees to participate! 12:00pm Roll with the Wind: Ride-Along Assistive Technology Showcase: K A S 3:00pm Race Experience K A S Interact with Tomorrow’s Technology Today Sponsored by: Texas Technology Access Program Location: Booth #563 Location: Booth #231 Presented by: Ainsley’s Angels of America Website: www.techaccess.edb.utexas.edu Website: www.ainsleysangels.org Artist Market K A S 1:00pm Sponsored by: VSA Texas Service Dog Demonstration K A S 1:30pm Location: Booth #512 and 513 Website: www.vsatx.org Location: Events Arena Presented by: Jane Boone, Freedom Service Dogs Emergency Preparedness Resource Booth Website: www.freedomservicedogs.org Presented by: Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities, Galveston County Office of Emergency Management 2:00pm Walk and Roll Dance Team Presents! Location: Booth #633 K A S 2:30pm Website: www.houstonoem.org, http://gov.texas.gov/disabilities, K www.disability.gov (click on Emergency Preparedness) Location: Events Arena A S Presented by: Walk and Roll Dance Team and Foundation Sound-Off, Stories and Selfies Booth Website: www.walkandrollfoundation.org Prestented by: United Spinal Association K Location: Booth #649 A S 3:00pm Website: www.unitedspinal.org 3:45pm Wheelchair and Ambulatory Tennis K A S Location: Events Arena Presented by: USTA Texas Section, Houston Tennis Association, FREE WORKSHOPS and Houston Parks and Recreation, Adaptive Recreation Department All Workshops take place inside the Exhibit Hall! Website: www.texas.usta.com, www.houstontx.gov/parks/ • All attendees are welcome! You do not need to register or sign up for workshops. Just arrive early to get a seat! adaptivesports.html • Professionals: Certificates of participations are available for workshops. See the Accessibility Help Desk (located in the front lobby outside the exhibit hall) for details. 11:45am How to Select the Right Accessible 12:45pm Vehicle for You A S Location: Workshop Area Presented by: Stephen Krone, Area Sales Manager, South Central Region, BraunAbility Website: www.nmeda.com 1:00pm Access the World: Tips for Traveling 2:00pm with a Disability K A S Location: Workshop Area Presented by: Debra Kerper, Easy Access Travel Website: www.easyaccesstravel.com

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2:30pm Emergency Preparedness for People 3:30pm with Disabilities K A S Location: Workshop Area Presented by: Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities, Galveston County Office of Emergency Management Website: www.www.houstonoem.org, http://gov.texas.gov/ disabilities, www.disability.gov (click on Emergency Preparedness)

3:45pm Exoskeleton Technology: A S 4:45pm A Step For Healthy Living Location: Workshop Area Presented by: Colin Buchanan, Market Development Manager, ReWalk Robotics Website: www.rewalk.com

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For Events, Workshops and Activities Make the Total Abilities Experience! locations, Abilities Expo showcases many events and workshops to entertain and educate! For your convenience, we have indicated the age please refer All while giving you the opportunity to try new activities, expand your interests, groups that may be interested in these events. to the Floor Plan and discover ways to be more involved in the Houston region. Kids Adults Seniors * Schedule is subject to change without notice. Abilities Expo is not responsible for the materials or opinions of speakers. K A S (page 4) FUN EVENTS ALL DAY ACTIVITIES All events include a presentation or demonstration as well as an These activities run continuously during show hours and include opportunity for attendees of all levels of ability to participate! the opportunity for all attendees to participate! 11:45am Assistive Technology Showcase: K A Wheelchair Rugby K S 12:45pm A Interact with Tomorrow’s Technology Today Location: Events Arena Sponsored by: Texas Technology Access Program Presented by: Houston Parks and Recreation, Adaptive Location: Booth #231 Recreation Department Website: www.techaccess.edb.utexas.edu Website: www.houstontx.gov/parks/adaptivesports.html Artist Market K A S 12:00pm Sponsored by: VSA Texas Face Painting K Location: Booth #512 and 513 3:00pm Website: www.vsatx.org Location: Meet Up Zone Presented by: Houston Face Painting Emergency Preparedness Resource Booth Website: www.houstonfacepainting.net Presented by: Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Disabilities, Galveston County Office of Emergency Management 12:00pm Roll with the Wind: Ride-Along Location: Booth #633 K A S 3:00pm Website: www.houstonoem.org, http://gov.texas.gov/disabilities, Race Experience K A S www.disability.gov (click on Emergency Preparedness) Location: Booth #563 Presented by: Ainsley’s Angels of America Sound-Off, Stories and Selfies Booth Website: www.ainsleysangels.org Prestented by: United Spinal Association K A S Location: Booth #649 1:00pm Website: www.unitedspinal.org 1:30pm Service Dog Demonstration K A S Location: Events Arena FREE WORKSHOPS Presented by: Allie Keaton, My Service Dog Website: www.myservicedog.com All Workshops take place inside the Exhibit Hall! • All attendees are welcome! You do not need to register or sign 2:00pm up for workshops. Just arrive early to get a seat! 2:30pm Walk and Roll Dance Team Presents! • Professionals: Certificates of participations are available for K workshops. See the Accessibility Help Desk (located in the front Location: Events Arena A S lobby outside the exhibit hall) for details. Presented by: Walk and Roll Dance Team and Foundation Website: www.walkandrollfoundation.org 11:45am Pediatric Traditional and Alternative Therapies: 12:45pm How to Choose What is Right for Your Child 2:45pm Sled Hockey Demonstration K A Location: Workshop Area K A S 3:45pm Presented by: Lynette LaScala, Founder and CEO, NAPA Center Location: Events Arena Website: www.napacenter.org Presented by: STARskaters and Texas Sled Hockey Website: www.texassledhockey.org, starskaters.org 1:00pm Traveling Curb Free: How to Explore 2:00pm 4:00pm the World in a Wheelchair K A S Mock Cosplay Competition K A S Location: Workshop Area 4:30pm Presented by: Cory Lee, Founder & CEO of Location: Events Arena curbfreewithcorylee.com Presented by: CosAbility Website: www.curbfreewithcorylee.com Website: www.facebook.com/CosAbility

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1:00pm Intensive Pediatric Physical K A S 2:00pm Therapy 101 Location: Meeting Room 109 Presented by: Melissa McGinnis, PT, MPT, Senior Pediatric Intensive PT, Euro-Peds National Center for Intensive Pediatric PT Website: www.europeds.org 2:30pm 3:30pm How to Benefit from the IEP System Location: Workshop Area K A S Presented by: Karen Mayer Cunningham, Special Education Advocate Website: www.karenmayercunningham.com 3:45pm 4:45pm Putting Insomnia To Sleep K A S Location: Workshop Area Presented by: Jay Gupta, RPh, Sleep Expert, Medication Management Specialist and Yoga Therapist Website: www.YogaCaps.org, www.RxRelax.com

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For Events and Activities Make the Total Abilities Experience! locations, Abilities Expo showcases many events and workshops to entertain and educate! All For your convenience, we have indicated the age please refer while giving you the opportunity to try new activities, expand your interests, and groups that may be interested in these events. to the discover ways to be more involved in the Houston region. Floor Plan K Kids A Adults S Seniors (page 4) * Schedule is subject to change without notice. Abilities Expo is not responsible for the materials or opinions of speakers. FUN EVENTS ALL DAY ACTIVITIES All events include a presentation or demonstration as well as an These activities run continuously during show hours and include opportunity for attendees of all levels of ability to participate! the opportunity for all attendees to participate! 12:00pm Assistive Technology Showcase: K A S Power Soccer Demonstration 12:45pm K A S Interact with Tomorrow’s Technology Today Location: Next to Events Arena Sponsored by: Texas Technology Access Program Presented by: U.S. Power Soccer Association Location: Booth #231 Website: www.powersoccerusa.net and www.houstontx.gov/ Website: www.techaccess.edb.utexas.edu parks/adaptivesports.html Artist Market K A S 12:00pm Sponsored by: VSA Texas Face Painting K Location: Booth #512 and 513 3:00pm Website: www.vsatx.org Location: Meet Up Zone Emergency Preparedness Resource Booth Presented by: Houston Face Painting Presented by: Texas Governor’s Committee on People with Website: www.houstonfacepainting.net Disabilities, Galveston County Office of Emergency Management Location: Booth #633 K A S 12:00pm Roll with the Wind: Ride-Along Website: www.houstonoem.org, http://gov.texas.gov/disabilities, 3:00pm Race Experience K A S www.disability.gov (click on Emergency Preparedness) Location: Booth #563 Sound-Off, Stories and Selfies Booth Presented by: Ainsley’s Angels of America Prestented by: United Spinal Association K A S Website: www.ainsleysangels.org Location: Booth #649 1:00pm Website: www.unitedspinal.org Service Dog Demonstration K A S 1:30pm Location: Events Arena Presented by: Allie Keaton, My Service Dog Website: www.myservicedog.com 2:00pm Walk and Roll Dance Team Presents! 2:30pm Location: Events Arena K A S Presented by: Walk and Roll Dance Team and Foundation Website: www.walkandrollfoundation.org

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FREE WORKSHOPS All Workshops take place inside the Exhibit Hall! • All attendees are welcome! You do not need to register or sign up for workshops. Just arrive early to get a seat! • Professionals: Certificates of participations are available for workshops. See the Accessibility Help Desk (located in the front lobby outside the exhibit hall) for details.

Caregiver Day at Abilities Expo The workshops below are presented by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation. To learn more visit www.christopherreeve.org. 11:45am Caring Together: How to Make it Easier for 12:45pm Family and Friends to Help with Caregiving Location: Workshop Area A S Presented by: Yosaif August ACC

1:00pm A S 2:00pm Relax Your Mind and Body Location: Workshop Area Presented by: Jay Gupta RPh, MScIM, MTM, RxYT and Terry Gupta MSW, RxYT, RMT Special Note: No special clothing or flexibility level is required for this workshop. 2:30pm Care for the Caregiver: Take Charge of 3:30pm Your Health Through Self-Care Location: Workshop Area A S Presented by: Regina Rosenthal PT, MA

www.abilitiesexpo.com 11 EXHIBITOR LISTINGS EXHIBITOR ALPHA/BOOTH ROSTER Action Trackchair...... 230 Lennar Homes...... 227 ADAPT of Texas - Institute for Disability Access...... 323 LEVO USA...... 413 Adapta Medical, Inc...... 538 Lincoln Heritage Life Insurance Company...... 236 Adaptive Driving Access, Inc...... 307 Love Has No Disability Inc...... 222 Adaptive Sports - Houston, Pasadena and Pearland...... 358 Marc Whitehead & Associates...... 622 Adaptive Switch Laboratories...... 415 Max Home...... 437 Adapt-Solutions...... 559 MaxMobility...... 317 Advocate Pediatric Home Care...... 452 MedCare Pediatric Group, LP...... 218 Ainsley’s Angels of America...... 563 Medicpadusa...... 543 Alber...... 610 Mobility & Access...... 626 Amplitude Media Group...... 510 Ms. Wheelchair Texas Foundation...... 257 Apple West Home Medical Supply...... 620 My Service Dog, Inc...... 246 Aquila Corporation...... 434 NAPA Center...... 325 Autism is Medical...... 641 National Seating & Mobility...... 601 Backbones...... 508 Numotion...... 200 Bath Fitter of Houston...... 612 Paralyzed Veterans of America/PVA Publications...... 209 Beds By George...... 438 Parking Mobility...... 220 BraunAbility...... 201 PDG Product Design Group...... 337 Byram Healthcare...... 102 Pediatric Home Healthcare LLC...... 221 CaptionCall...... 532 Permobil...... 401 Center for Higher Independence @ Providence Place...... 214 Permobil...... 407 Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation...... 225 Pride Mobility...... 509 Clarke Health Care Products...... 207 Pro Bed Medical Technologies, Inc...... 443 Clear Captions...... 411 Project Walk Paralysis Recovery Center...... 310 Clinton River Medical Products...... 326 Quantum Rehab...... 501 Coloplast Corp...... 409 Quantum Rehab...... 507 Colours Wheelchair...... 456 Restorative Therapies, Inc...... 420 Columbia Medical...... 544 ReWalk Robotics...... 431 Consolidated Planning Group, Inc...... 436 RiverKids Pediatric Home Health...... 611 Constitution Arms...... 435 Roho Group (The)...... 401 Convaid Inc...... 424 ROWHEELS...... 511 CosAbility...... 259 Sign Shares...... 625 DESiN LLC...... 422 Smirthwaite USA...... 359 Dignity Memorial...... 460 Sound Off - Stories & Selfies w/ United Spinal Association...... 649 Easter Seals ...... 244 Southwest ADA Center...... 333 Easy Access Travel...... 211 Special Education Advocacy...... 224 EasyStand...... 619 Special Education Advocacy...... 536 Eldorado Mobility...... 565 Spero Rehab...... 623 Emergency Preparedness for People w/ Disabilities (Houston)...... 633 Spinergy, Inc...... 353 Enovative Technologies...... 417 STARskaters...... 352 Essential Effects LLC...... 638 Stealth Products Inc...... 507 Euro-Peds National Ctr. for Intensive Pediatric PT...... 215 Storm Tight Windows...... 216 EZ-Step Mobility, Inc...... 338 Sunrise Medical (US) LLC...... 315 Ford Mobility Motoring...... 537 SureHands Lift & Care Systems...... 530 Freedom Concepts Inc...... 206 Teleflex...... 213 Freedom Motors...... 663 Texas Children’s Hospital Autism Center...... 635 Freedom Service Dogs...... 433 Texas Division for Rehabilitation Services (DARS)...... 631 Freedom Trax...... 339 Texas Legal Services Center...... 432 Frog Legs, Inc...... 648 Texas Technology Access Program...... 231 Granny Jo Products...... 255 Thrive Life Food...... 624 Great American Mobility...... 613 Tilite...... 401 Harris County - Houston Sports Authority...... 356 Tobii DynaVox...... 226 Hawaiian Moon...... 321 Top End...... 553 HDS Medallion...... 314 Toyota Mobility...... 421 Healing Fibers Foundation...... 449 United Healthcare Community & State...... 534 Healthmate Forever...... 430 United Spinal Association...... 614 Hollister Incorporated...... 248 United Spinal Association of Houston...... 621 Houston Center for Independent Living (HCIL)...... 627 US Pain Foundation...... 210 Houston Commission on Disabilities...... 335 Variety the Children’s Charity of Texas...... 609 Houston Museum of Natural Science...... 223 VN Trading...... 253 imuneek.com...... 212 VSA Texas...... 512 Integrative Hyperbaric Centers...... 306 VSA Texas...... 513 Invacare Corporation...... 531 Wellspect Healthcare...... 239 J&R Medical...... 542 Wheel:Life...... 240 Ki Mobility...... 217 Wheelchair 88...... 607 Kids Developmental Therapy/Kids Developmental Clinic...... 439 Wheelchair Repair Area...... 549 Kinova Robotics...... 331 WHILL...... 312 Lasher Sport...... 442 Yellow Cab...... 320

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Action Trackchair...... 230 the wind in your face in our “Roll with Wind” experience, an Abilities Expo 160 Kirtley Road • Leon VA 22725 Phone: 540-547-4470 first! In addition to ensuring everyone can experience endurance events, Fax: 540-547-4490 Email: [email protected] Ainsley’s Angels of America (www.AinsleysAngels.org) aims to build www.OffroadTrackchair.com awareness about America’s special needs community through inclusion The Action Trackchair is an all-terrain offroad wheelchair on tracks. It in all aspects of life, by promoting awareness, providing education, and allows the user to get off the smooth, hard, flat surfaces and give them participating as active members in local communities. freedom to venture off into new terrain. Visit the beach, go camping or hunting, fishing, go through the snow or ice, and even over logs and up Alber...... 610 hills. The Action Trackstander is also available, allowing the user to drive 1005 International Drive • Oakdale PA 15071 Phone: 724-695-7822 in the sitting or standing position. Email: [email protected] www.alber-usa.com E.Motion Push Assist Add-On Drive for Manual Wheelchairs E.Fix Power ADAPT of Texas - Institute for Disability Access...323 Add-On Drive converts a manual wheelchair into a lightweight power chair 1640A E. 2nd Street • Austin TX 78702...... Phone: 512-431-4085 Scalamobil converts your wheelchair into a portable stair climber. Email: [email protected] Amplitude Media Group...... 510 Adapta Medical, Inc...... 538 11154 Huron Street • Suite 104 • Northglenn CO 80234.... Phone: 303-255-0843 142 Talamine Ct. • Colorado Springs CO 80907 Phone: 414-350-8524 Fax: 303-255-0844 Email: [email protected] Fax: 608-370-6435 Email: [email protected] www.amplitude-media.com/ www.adaptamedical.com/ Amplitude magazine provides valuable and unbiased news, information, Adapta Medical Inc. is dedicated to “Improving the Catheter Experience”. and resources for amputees who want to live more fully, as well as The new PerfIC Cath intermittent catheter system addresses the self-cath articles and information relevant to their families and their caregivers. It needs of individuals with spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, spina offers content on a wide variety of topics, including peer support, active bifada and other conditions, especially those with limited dexterity. It’s living, emotional issues, health and wellness, mobility, and adaptive quick, easy to open and hygienic. PerfIC Cath utilizes a unique gripping living—anything that will help amputees enjoy all that life has to offer. system and provides a number of ease of use features. Ainsley’s Angels of America...... 563 Adaptive Driving Access, Inc...... 307 562 W. Friesen Road •Lake Charles LA 70607...... Phone: 757-202-7915 6836 N. Sam Houston Pkwy.W. • Houston TX 77064 Phone: 713-874-9100 Email: [email protected] www.ainsleysangels.org Fax: 713-874-9105 Email: [email protected] Join us everyday from noon to 3pm for the thrill and therapy of having www.adaptivedriving.com the wind in your face in our “Roll with Wind” experience, an Abilities Expo Since 1995, ADA has grown to be one of the largest and most complete first! In addition to ensuring everyone can experience endurance events, handicap van and mobility equipment dealers in Texas. We offer lowered Ainsley’s Angels of America (www.AinsleysAngels.org) aims to build floor minivans, full-size vans, Trucks and SUV’s, Lifts, hand controls, awareness about America’s special needs community through inclusion mobility and transfer seats, and full range of High Tech adaptive in all aspects of life, by promoting awareness, providing education, and products. ADA is proud to be the exclusive BraunAbility dealer in the participating as active members in local communities. Greater Houston, Corpus Christi and the Rio Grande Valley. We are also an authorized conversion dealer for VMI, Mobility SVM, Tuscany and El Apple West Home Medical Supply...... 620 Dorado. 4000 Harlan Street • Emeryville CA 94608 Phone: 510-868-9175 Fax: 855-380-4834 Email: [email protected] Adaptive Switch Laboratories...... 415 www.AppleWestHMS.com/ POB 636 • Spicewood TX 78669 Phone: 830-798-0005 Nationwide Disposable Medical Supplies. Specializing in bladder, bowel, Email: [email protected] & wound care. Some of our products include urology (catheters), ostomy, ASL is dedicated to designing and adapting devices that allow individuals and incontinence. Free no cost shipping all over the US. We accept with severe disabilities to achieve independent movement, environmental Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurance. Switching is easy and control and communication/computer access. hassle-free. We are family-owned and operated. We are also proudly a chapter of the United Spinal Association. Ask us about free membership. Adapt-Solutions...... 559 When you need to go, we’re the ones to know! 145 Damase Breton • St-Lambert QC G0S 2W0 • Canada Ph: 418-889-0419 Fax: 418-889-9838 Email: [email protected] Aquila Corporation...... 434 www.adaptsolutions.com 3827 Creekside Lane • Holmen WI 54636 Phone: 608-782-0031 We manufacture mobility equipment to meet people’s varying needs by Fax: 608-782-0488 Email: [email protected] simplifying access to their vehicle. We are dedicated to mobility. Our www.aquilacorp.com innovative product line up of turning and lowering seat bases, power The SofTech is a self contained fuly automatic alternating cushion. transfer boards and wheelchair lifts are the solution you’ve been looking SofTech is custom built to treat and prevent pressure ulcers. There is for. Come check us out! no weight limit and no size limit. The effects are similar to that of an Advocate Pediatric Home Care...... 452 alternating mattress but in a battery operated wheelchair cushion. 602 W. Semands St. • Conroe TX 77301 Phone: 936-756-5598 Autism is Medical...... 641 Fax: 936-756-5974 Email: [email protected] 3409 Zebecca Creek Drive • Austin TX 78732...... Phone: 312-493-2998 www.AdvocatePediatric.com Email: [email protected] www.autismismedical.com Advocate Pediatric Home Care is a specialty home care agency that Autism Is Medical was founded to serve the growing medical and provides caring, compassionate and experienced nursing services to educational needs of the Autism Community. The organization’s mission medically dependent children in and around the Conroe/Houston area. is to support a comprehensive interdisciplinary medical model focused Adaptive Sports - Houston, Pasadena and Pearland.....358 on underlying pathophysiology, appropriate treatments, equal access to healthcare, and standards of care surrounding this medically complex 562 W. Friesen Road • Lake Charles LA 70607...... Phone: 757-202-7915 patient population. Email: [email protected] www.ainsleysangels.org Join us everyday from noon to 3pm for the thrill and therapy of having

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Backbones...... 508 Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation...... 225 PO BOX 7334 • Prospect Heights IL 60070...... Phone: 618-724-5484 636 Morris Turnpike • Suite 3A • Short Hills NJ 07078..... Phone: 973-467-8270 Email: [email protected] www.BACKBONESONLINE.com Email: [email protected] www.paralysis.org Every year thousands of Americans sustain spinal cord injuries (SCI). The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation provides FREE information The individual and their family must adjust to a new life that can be services to individuals and their families affected by paralysis. isolating without someone who understands what you are going through. BACKBONES helps answer the “What’s next?” Through one-on-one Clarke Health Care Products...... 207 support, we motivate people to ask questions, learn and live life to 7830 Steubenville Pike • Oakdale PA 15071 Phone: 724-695-2122 the fullest! Our events make everyone feel like family by creating an Fax: 724-695-2922 Email: [email protected] alternative to the traditional “support group.” www.clarkehealthcare.com Clarke Healthcare is distributor for unique DME products from around Bath Fitter of Houston...... 612 the world.Dolomite walkers welded steel frames in 9 models, Legacy, 356 Garden Oaks Blvd. • Houston TX 77018 Phone: 713-253-4178 Maxi and Jazz. The Aquatec and Major bathlifts. Ocean stainless steel Email: [email protected] shower commode chairs with recline, height adjustable or self propel. BORIS pediatric tilting shower chairs, Care Bags commode liners. CHCP Beds By George...... 438 distributes M-Rail and ArcoRail bed rail and Toilevator raised toilet 1045 N Nappanee Street • Elkhart IN 46514 Phone: 574-333-2310 platform. Portable ramps in fiberglass and aluminum. 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Squirrel Rd. • Unit Z • Auburn Hills MI 48326 Phone: 248-289-1825 631 W. 11th St. • Winamac IN 46996...... Phone: 574-946-4139 Email: [email protected] www.clintonrivermedical.com/ Email: [email protected] www.braunability.com/ The Tailwind Power Assist Wheelchair offers the style and comfort of a With nearly 45 years of experience, BraunAbility® promises the most manual wheelchair along with integrated, onboard power that kicks in reliable wheelchair accessible vehicles and wheelchair lifts in the when needed. Our intelligently designed system helps you confidently and industry. The industry leader offers the widest product line-up, including safely navigate terrain with discreet electronics that direct quiet motors conversions on Honda, Toyota and Dodge/Chrysler minivans, as well as to provide either a smooth boost of power or gentle braking as required. the first wheelchair accessible SUV, built on the Ford Explorer. Uphill. Downhill. Carpet. Uneven surfaces. Tailwind provides you the right amount of assistance for any given situation. Byram Healthcare...... 102 120 Bloomingdale Rd. • Suite 301 • White Plains NY 10605 Coloplast Corp...... 409 Phone: 914-450-0615 Email: [email protected] 1601 W.River Rd. • Minneapolis MN 55411 Phone: 800-788-0293 www.byramhealthcare.com Fax: 612-344-2407 Email: [email protected] www.coloplast.us Byram Healthcare is a leading national provider of medical supplies, Coloplast develops products and services that make life easier for people providing the products, services, and support needed to maximize clinical with very personal and private medical conditions. Working closely with outcomes and manage benefits. Byram Healthcare is recognized for its the people who use our products, we create solutions that are sensitive clinical support programs that include the diabetes, wound care, ostomy, to their special needs. We call this intimate healthcare. Our business urological, incontinence and enteral nutrition areas. includes ostomy care, urology and continence care, and wound and skin care. CaptionCall...... 532 4215 S. Riverboat Road • Salt Lake City UT 84123 Phone: 877-557-2227 Colours Wheelchair...... 456 Email: [email protected] www.captioncall.com 860 E. Parkridge Ave. • Corona, California 92879 Phone: 951-808-9131 Similar to captioned television, CaptionCall uses voice recognition Fax: 951-808-9949 [email protected] technology and a transcription service to quickly provide written captions Colours Wheelchair strives to change the way people see the disabled of what callers say on a large, easy-to-read screen. It works like a regular by manufacturing the most innovative, lightweight, custom, manual telephone – simply dial and answer calls as usual – speak and listen using wheelchairs and wheelchair accessory items on the market and offering a phone handset like always. The captioning service is free. Captioning products superior in value to price. Products range from folding, rigid, is provided by CaptionCall and paid through a fund administered by the and suspension wheelchairs to sport wheelchairs. Colours is the official Federal Communications Commission. distributor of Nissin Wheelchairs. Center for Higher Independence @ Providence Place...214 Columbia Medical...... 544 11724 Willake St. • Santa Fe Springs CA 90670 Phone: 562-282-0244 6487 Whitby Rd • San Antonio TX 78240...... Phone: 210-696-2410 Fax: 310-305-1718 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.provplace.org www.columbiamedical.com The Center for Higher Independence is a residential program in San Antonio For more than 30 years, Columbia Medical has provided quality assistive serving young adults with disabilities from all over Texas. We have a 12-18 products and daily living aids for individuals with special needs. Our month program that teaches work and independent living on a 25 acre product line includes customized solutions for bathing, toileting, campus with dorm and apartment living options. We serve young adults transportation, exercise, seating and bath transfers. We recently launched with high functioning ID, Autism, Asperger’s, Cerebral Palsy, deaf/hard of the only car seat with swing away supports called the Spirit™. hearing, visual impairment, seizure disorder, TBI, learning disabilities and some mental health disorders. Funding: DARS or Private Pay

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Consolidated Planning Group, Inc...... 436 Easy Access Travel...... 211 19901 Southwest Freeway • Sugar Land TX 77479 Phone: 713-360-9155 1716 Morning Glory • Carollton TX 75007 Phone: 951-202-2208 Email: [email protected] Fax: 949-209-1940 Email: [email protected] Caring for an individual with special needs takes special planning. It www.easyaccesstravel.com can seem daunting as it is difficult to begin what can be an involved, Debra Kerper has been specializing in Travel for Persons with Disabilities complicated process taking a lot of time and energy. At Consolidated for the past 23 years. She has traveled the world using a wheelchair and/ Planning Group, through a holistic approach to planning, our firm delivers or a scooter. She is an amputee and has been living with lupus since the real strategies to the most complex situations faced by families with age of 20. Debra is considered an expert in the field of disabled travel and special needs. We are proud to provide a broad range of products and serves on Disability Advisory Boards for Virgin America Airlines and Royal services specifically designed to help meet the needs of our customers. Caribbean International. She has won three Trendsetter Awards from TravelAge West for her work with group travel. Constitution Arms...... 435 12 Hoffman St. • Maplewood NJ 07040-1114 Phone: 973-378-8011 EasyStand...... 619 Email: [email protected] www.constitutionarms.com 262 W. 1st Street • Morton MN 56270 Phone: 507-697-6393 Manufacturer of the world’s first production firearms specifically designed Email: [email protected] www.easystand.com for amputees, disabled and others with limited hand strength or manual For over twenty years, Altimate Medical has been leading the industry dexterity. These are intended for use in competitive target shooting, small by creating unsurpassed standing technology for those with disabilities. game hunting and plinking. Designed by a C6-7 quadriplegic, EasyStand’s line of standing frames and equipment has helped to improve the quality of life for kids and adults Convaid Inc...... 424 using wheelchairs worldwide. 2830 California St. • Torrance CA 90503 Phone: 310-755-7826 Fax: 310-618-8811 Email: [email protected] www.convaid.com Eldorado Mobility...... 565 Convaid is a leading manufacturer of lightweight, compact-folding 1655 Wall Street • Salina KS 67401 Phone: 785-416-9262 wheelchairs for children and adults. All chairs can be tailored to the user Email: [email protected] www.ElDoradoMobility.com with our complete line of positioning options and accessories. Newest ElDorado Mobility manufactures wheelchair-accessible conversion models offer advanced seating and positioning. Transit models also vehicles for consumer use and commercial transit markets. The available and are 100% ANSI RESNA compliant. company’s Amerivan® product line of side and rear loading Toyota, Chrysler and Dodge minivans feature the industry’s widest ramp and only CosAbility...... 259 stainless steel floor. Every vehicle produced at the company’s ISO 9001 9659 N. Sam Houston Pkwy E. • Suite 150, 233 • Humble TX 77396 certified facility in Salina, KS has met a comprehensive set of product Phone: 281-704-7065 Email: [email protected] www.cosability.com performance and quality assurance standards to meet all applicable Join CosAbility as we discover amazing ways for people to develop FMVSS/CMVSS requirements. cosplay ideas that incorporate their disability! Dressing up like your favorite Superhero or character from a loved show is something everyone Emergency Preparedness for People can do!! We would love to have you participate in or come watch Abilities w/Disabilities (Houston)...... 633 Expo’s First Cosplay Competition!! The contest is open to anyone on 2615 Sailboat Drive • Nassau Bay, Texas 77058 Saturday at 4 pm. Come by our booth to learn more about how you can Email: [email protected] become a cosplayer and buy a T-Shirt too!! Enovative Technologies...... 417 DESiN LLC...... Booth 422 9748 Stephen Decater Hwy. • 11935 Worcester Hwy • Bishopville MD 21813 Dayton, Ohio 45402 • United States Phone: 2488421070 Phone: 419-357-1800 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Enovative Technologies designs products that help improve people’s lives. DESiN, LLC. was founded by father and son duo, Tom and Jon Dekar, in Our brands focus on enhancing comfort, well-being and convenience for 2010, and is just starting its journey into the world of consumer robotics. our consumers. We are the leading manufacturer of TENs units in the US With the launch of their first product, Obi- a robotic feeding device- they and UK. We stand behind our brands and strive to provide best-in-class hope to continue to change the world for the better through the use of service to channel partners and end users. technology mixed with ingenuity. Essential Effects LLC...... 638 Dignity Memorial...... 460 8306 Wilshire Blvd. • #388 • Beverly Hills CA 90211 Phone: 323-896-1389 2040 North Loop West • Suite 200 • Houston TX 77018 Phone: 832-801-5858 Email: [email protected] www.essentialeffects.com Email: [email protected] DignityMemorial.com Essential Effects rinse Free Shampoo Wipes were created to provide an A Trusted Partner The Dignity Memorial® network of more than 2,000 easy and convenient way to clean and refresh hair. It is the ideal solution licensed providers is North America’s largest and most trusted brand for for seniors at all stages of care, those who are entrusted to take care your funeral, cremation or cemetery needs. of our seniors and those with limited mobilities, people who are unable to wash their hair due to surgery. Our wipes is formulated with gentle Easter Seals Greater Houston...... 244 Sulfate-free, Paraben-free ingredients, providing the the perfect cleaning 4500 Bissonnet • #340 • Bellaire TX 77401...... Phone: 713-838-9050 solution plus conditioning to the hair without the use of water. Email: [email protected] www.eastersealshouston.org serves people with all disabilities & families in Houston & surrounding Euro-Peds National Ctr. for Intensive Pediatric PT...... 215 counties. Early Childhood Intervention; adapted toys/Assistive Technology 3000 Centerpoint Parkway • Pontiac MI 48341 Phone: 248-857-6776 Lab, BridgingApps, Gymboree, yoga, pet therapy; Children’s Therapy- Fax: 248-857-7102 Email: [email protected] www.europeds.org physical, occupational & speech therapy; Camps, Case Management; Intensive pediatric PT is emerging as a new therapy model leading to Caroline School; Respite; High School/High Tech-high; Transition more independence and mobility for children and young adults who have Services; Home of Your Own-home buyers education; financial literacy; cerebral palsy and other gross motor delays. Euro-Peds National Center Adult Services-recreational opportunities & Veterans Services. for Intensive Pediatric PT was established in 1999 as the first intensive PT clinic in North America to offer this therapy. Sessions are up to 4 hours per day, 5 days per week for 2-4 weeks at a time. Insurance accepted; financial assistance available; Discounted hotels; www.europeds.org

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Ford Mobility Motoring 537 Great American Mobility...... 613 777 Woodward Avenue • #500 • Detroit MI 48226 Phone: 313-202-3420 2111 FM 1960 Road East • Humble TX 77338 Phone: 832-445-0956 Fax: 313-965-2800 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] txmobility.com/ Fordmobilitymotoring.com Great American Mobility specializes in Custom Rehabilitative Manual and Ford Mobility Motoring offers up to $1,000 reimbursement toward the Power Mobility Systems. We employ nationally certified professionals for purchase and installation of adaptive driving equipment on a newly all your custom mobility needs. As a team of experts with an exemplary purchased ford or Lincoln vehicle. Please see your local Ford or Lincoln track record in Greater Houston, our goal and commitment is to satisfy dealer for vehicle eligibility, terms and conditions. Stop by the Ford booth each client with superior products and excellent service. We strive to treat for reimbursement information. For helpful adaptive driving information everyone like family with the proper courtesy they deserve. You can put visit us at www.fordmobiltiymotoring.com. Go Further. your trust in us because Your Independence is Our Priority! Freedom Concepts Inc...... 206 Harris County - Houston Sports Authority...... 356 2087 Plessis Rd. • Winnipeg MB R3W 1S4 • Canada 1331 Lamar St. • Suite 700 • Houston TX 77002...... Phone: 713-308-5906 Phone: 204-654-1074-207 Fax: 204-654-1149 Email: [email protected] www.houstonsports.org Email: [email protected] www.freedomconcepts.com/ Gateway to Gold is a nationwide adaptive sport initiative that introduces Freedom Concepts custom-builds mobility devices for individuals with Americans with physical and visual disabilities to Paralympic sport and disabilities such as Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy, leads them to the athlete pipeline for the U.S. Paralympic Team. The Angelman Syndrome, Rett Syndrome, and visually impaired. Freedom Harris County-Houston Sports Authority is hosting Houston’s Gateway Concepts custom designed adaptive tricycles, mobility devices, and Chill- to Gold events which will introduce youth, adults and military veterans to Out Chairs provide mobility and therapeutic benefits to thousands of Paralympic sports and identity prospective athletes who are ready for the special needs individuals throughout Canada and the U.S. Call us today to next level of Paralympic sport. Visit booth #356 to find out more. learn more at 1-800-661-9915. www.freedomconcepts.com Hawaiian Moon...... 321 Freedom Motors...... 663 321 S. Missouri Ave. • Clearwater FL 33756 Phone: 888-256-3276 740 Watkins Road • Battle Creek MI 49015 Phone: 269-425-9119 Email: [email protected] www.aloecream.biz Fax: 269-660-5825 Email: [email protected] www.fminow.com Hawaiian Moon Organic Aloe Cream. Helps to repair and moisturize the skin. Freedom Motors USA, Inc. (FMI) has been the premier U.S. manufacturer Makes a great gift as well! For further information visit us at www.aloecream.biz of wheelchair accessible vehicles for well over 20 years. Whether you’re looking for an accessible minivan, convertible, SUV, or car, FMI offers HDS Medallion...... 314 best in class safety, reliability, and functionality. Our FREE, no obligation, 282 Hebron Rd. • Bolton CT 06043 Phone: 860-643-4445 at home product demonstrations allow our customers to experience Fax: 860-643-5299 Email: [email protected] the Freedom Motors difference from the comfort of their own driveway. www.hdsmedallion.com Contact us today at 1-800-625-6335. HDS MEDALLION® DESIGNER BAGS FOR MOBILITY DEVICES Express your unique personality & inherent beauty with a smashing CarryAll Bag made Freedom Service Dogs...... 433 just for mobility devices. These stylish, practical bags come in different sizes, 2000 W. Union Ave. • Englewood CO 80110...... Phone: 303-922-6231 styles and patterns. Over 35 fabulously functional bags for females and 2 Fax: 303-922-6234 Email: [email protected] new bags for men! Visit us, enter our daily drawings, check out our show www.freedomservicedogs.org specials and accessories, too. Practical design fits most devices. USA made Freedom Service Dogs is a nonprofit organization that enhances the lives of premium quality fabrics, trims - great patterns and colors. of people with disabilities by rescuing dogs and custom training them for individual client needs. Clients include children, veterans and active duty Healing Fibers Foundation...... 449 military, and other adults. Their disabilities include autism, traumatic brain 4770 Baseline Rd. • Suite 200 • Boulder CO 80303-2668.. Phone: 720-749-7005 injury, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, and post-traumatic stress disorder Email: [email protected] www.healingfibers.org Healing Fibers’ mission is to bring Traditional Fiber Arts as a means of Freedom Trax...... 339 non-medical therapy & relaxation for the Ability Challenged Community, 1377 Barclay Blvd. • Buffalo Grove IL 60089 Phone: 847-808-0900 the Chronically Ill & their Caregivers. We will be offering demonstrations Fax: 847-808-0904 Email: [email protected] www.freedomtrax.com of various Fiber Arts Tools, as well as Beginning Lessons in Knitting, Freedom Trax is a motorized track system designed to allow any wheelchair Crochet and Spindling. At the conclusion of a Free Beginners Lesson, to traverse sand, mud, snow and gravel. Its unique design allows for a a Complimentary Kit will be given so you can continue your new art at lightweight, versatile and rugged machine. Freedom Trax can be purchased home. We would love to see you!!! We wish you Serenity in Fiber! with an attached chair or as a stand-alone device to fit your chair. Healthmate Forever...... 430 Frog Legs, Inc...... 648 8901 Washington Street • Kansas City MO 64110 Phone: 888-860-7788 14470 Terminal Avenue • Ottumwa IA 52501...... Phone: 641-682-0220 Email: [email protected] www.healthmateforever.com Fax: 641-682-0132 Email: [email protected] www.froglegsinc.com Healthmate International, LLC is specialized in developing, designing and Frog Legs manufactures precision-built suspension products. Wheelchair selling healthcare supplies, as product developer, designer, manufacturer, suspension protects riders from the jarring effects of rolling over rough importer, exporter, wholesaler and retailer. terrain. Suspension eases the constant pounding that causes pain and Hollister Incorporated...... 248 fatigue allowing for increased endurance and comfort. In wheelchairs 2000 Hollister Drive • Libertyville IL 60048 Phone: 888-740-8999 nearly all vibration originates from the frontend. Frog Legs forks eliminate Email: [email protected] www.hollisterpeoplefirst.com 76% of road shock so the rider’s feet and legs don’t have to. Hollister Continence Care offers research-driven urological products and Granny Jo Products...... 255 services to help provide independence to people whose lives have been 3616 Harden Blvd. • #230 • Lakeland FL 33803 Phone: 863-899-1654 affected by spinal cord injury and Spina Bifida. We are committed to Email: [email protected] www.grannyjoproducts.com people and helping empower their lives. Everything we do is informed Walker Bags, Wheelchair bags, two handled mugs, and napkin clips are by a single guiding principle: People First. Visit us at Booth 211 to learn just a few of the items available from Granny Jo Products more about our continence care products and services that promote user independence and confidence. Learn more at www.hollisterpeoplefirst.com

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Houston Center for Independent Living (HCIL)...... 627 Ki Mobility...... 217 Quality Supplies, Services and Support 4848 Industrial Park Rd • Stevens Point WI 54481 Phone: 715-254-0991 6201 Bonhomme Rd. • Ste.150-S • Houston TX 77036..... Phone: 713-974-4621 Fax: 715-254-0996 Email: [email protected] Fax: 713-974-6927 Email: [email protected] www.hcil.cc As an innovator in the industry Ki Mobility strives to manufacture the The Houston Center for Independent Living (HCIL) provides advocacy lightest and best performing wheelchairs on the market. Products with services and opportunities people with disabilities We are self-advocates real improvements over the status quo and the benefits that you can that promote the full inclusion, equal opportunity, and participation by feel. For us it is about making it easier to move, easier to go, and easier consumers with disabilities in all aspects of society. Our services include, to travel. Our Catalyst and Tsunami brands have redefined performance but are not limited to: peer counseling, advocacy, I & R, employment while not sacrificing quality. You may not know our name, but after you assistance, independent living skills training, accessible housing and try our chairs you will remember it...Gotta Ride It! relocation services from institutions to community-based living. Houston Commission on Disabilities...... 335 Kids Developmental Therapy/Kids Developmental Clinic...439 8021 Bissonnet • Houston TX 77074 Phone: 713-774-5437 6910 Misty Morning Trace • Richmond TX 77407...... Phone: 832-577-1040 Email: [email protected] www.kidsdevelopmentaltherapy.com Email: [email protected] Our clinics and home health agency provide exceptional speech therapy, www.houstontx.gov/disabilities/commission.html occupational therapy and physical therapy to children 0 to 18 years of The Houston Commission on Disabilities is responsible for advising and age. Kids Developmental Therapy has offered home health therapy in the making recommendations to the mayor, City Council, department directors greater Houston area for more than 20 years. Kids Developmental Clinic and the individual designated by the mayor to head the Mayor’s Office for has three locations: Southwest Houston, West Houston, and Pasadena. People with Disabilities. Our experienced therapists use creativity and evidence-based practice to Houston Museum of Natural Science...... 223 help children achieve their highest potential in a fun environment! 5555 Drive • Houston TX 77030 Phone: 713-639-4724 Kinova Robotics...... 331 Email: [email protected] www.hmns.org 6110 rue Doris-Lussier • Boisbriand QC J7H 0E8 • Canada The mission of the Houston Museum of Natural Science shall be to Phone: 314-324-2470 Email: [email protected] kinovarobotics.com preserve and advance the general knowledge of natural science; to Kinova proudly offers power wheelchair users two revolutionary products: enhance in individuals the knowledge of and delight in natural science and JACO, a robotic arm and hand, improves a user’s ability to reach and grasp related subjects; and to maintain and promote a museum of the first class. and dramatically expands a user’s daily activities such as drinking, eating, Byram has been a national leader in disposable picking up items and opening doors. JACO promotes user independence Wound Care imuneek.com...... 212 and self-reliance and reduces caretaker workload. GoWing, a dynamic, medical supply delivery since 1968. 16141 SW 7th Street • Pembroke Pines FL 33027...... Phone: 9545939558 powered arm support, provides assisted arm support while allowing for Email: [email protected] natural freedom of movement. It is simple, intuitive, and easy to use. Diabetes Integrative Hyperbaric Centers...... 306 Lasher Sport...... 442 We offer: 16251 Laguna Canyon Rd.• Ste.175 • Irvine CA 92618 Phone: 877-789-0123 5720 Arville ST. • Suite 105 • Las Vegas NV 89118 Fax: 562-906-8885 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] • Convenient ordering www.californiahyperbarics.com Urology Integrative Hyperbaric Centers - for the improvement of Autism, Traumatic Lennar Homes...... 227 Brain Injury, Mitochondrial Disorders, Rheumatoid Arthritis and many 681 Greens Parkway • Houston TX 77067 Phone: 2818748597 • Extensive product selection other diseases & disabilities. The Integrative Hyperbaric Centers are multi- Email: [email protected] disciplinary rehabilitation centers for hyperbarics, biomedical, therapy, and Ostomy care for families with special needs. We offer a collaboration of therapies LEVO USA...... 413 • Education and support programs and home programs to produce maximum results. 7105 Northland Terrace • Brooklyn Park MN 55428 Phone: 678-429-9459 Email: [email protected] www.levousa.com • Clinical and product support Invacare Corporation...... 531 Celebrating 40 years in business, Levo has THE most complete line of Incontinence One Invacare Way • Elyria OH 44035 Phone: 440-329-6434 Standing Wheelchairs in the world. From manually propelled/manual Fax: 440-329-6568 Email: [email protected] invacare.com standers, to power driven/power standers, Levo continues its “Experts • Skilled reimbursement specialists handle Invacare Corporation (NYSE:IVC) is the global leader in the manufacture in Standing” role worldwide. Visit our booth to see for the first time the and distribution of innovative home and long-term care medical products Summit EL. Already a hit in Europe, this extremely lightweight manually all aspects of billing Enteral Nutrition that promote recovery and active lifestyles. Stop by to see the latest in propelled/power standing wheelchair is soon to take over this market seating, power and manual wheelchairs, or take an Invacare Top End segment in the states. Please visit our booth. Get Vertical! handcycle for a spin on the handcycle track. For more information, visit Invacare’s website at www.invacare.com. Lincoln Heritage Life Insurance Company...... 236 8340 Clairmont Mesa Blvd. • Suite 210 • San Diego CA 92111 Byram provides supplies and services to hundreds of customers J&R Medical...... 542 Phone: 858-278-2722 Email: [email protected] 4950 Terminal St. • Bellaire TX 77401 Phone: 713-344-0901 Lincoln Heritage is the #1 Final expense company in the country. We every day. You can depend on our excellence, expertise and Fax: 713-481-0233 Email: [email protected] specialize in helping people with disabilities and other health issues obtain www.facebook.com/jandrmedical whole life insurance at an affordable price. With low rates, no medical experience in providing quality services for those needing J&R Medical opened its doors, May 5, 2006, under the ownership of exams, benefits paid in 24hrs and no rate increases we are the company diabetes, ostomy, wound care, urology, incontinence and James & Jessica DuBose. What began as a small home based business that people can rely on. Contact us today @ 1-800-444-1564 or www. has grown into a nationwide supply company that offers a full range of goldenmemorialfinalexpense.com enteral nutrition supplies. Urological, Incontinence and Enteral Nutritional Supplies. We provide a complete line of supplies to include catheters, sterile kits, feeding tubes Love Has No Disability Inc...... 222 and pumps. J&R Medical has a knowledgeable staff with a passion and 9490 FM1960 Bypass W. • Suite 200-338 • Humble TX 77338 To place an order, please call: devotion for working closely with you, your family, insurance and doctors. Phone: 832-212-4395 Email: [email protected] Spotlighting Grandparents that are raising their grandchildren with 1-877-902-9726 disabilities. Engaging and educating our youth on critical thinking skills and real world life skills especially when it comes to those with different abilities. Visit us online: www.byramhealthcare.com ■ Wound Care ■ Diabetes ■ Urology ■ Ostomy ■ Incontinenc e ■ Enteral Nutritio n ■ Breast Pumps ©2016 Byram Healthcare. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States. Serving the Community 18 Since 1979 Quality Supplies, Services and Support

Byram has been a national leader in disposable Wound Care medical supply delivery since 1968. We offer: Diabetes • Convenient ordering Urology • Extensive product selection • Education and support programs Ostomy • Clinical and product support Incontinence • Skilled reimbursement specialists handle all aspects of billing Enteral Nutrition

Byram provides supplies and services to hundreds of customers every day. You can depend on our excellence, expertise and experience in providing quality services for those needing diabetes, ostomy, wound care, urology, incontinence and enteral nutrition supplies. To place an order, please call: 1-877-902-9726

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Marc Whitehead & Associates 622 NAPA Center...... 325 5300 Memorial Drive • Suite 725 • Houston TX 77007 Phone: 713-228-8888 11840 S La Cieniga Blvd. • Los Angeles CA 90250 Phone: 310-846-4250 Fax: 713-225-0940 Email: [email protected] Fax: 310-882-5451 Email: [email protected] www.napacenter.org www.disabilitydenial.com NAPA Center offers three-week intensive therapy programs for children Marc Whitehead & Associates, Attorneys at Law was founded on the with a wide variety of neuromuscular disorders, specializing in cerebral principles of skill, integrity and professionalism. We pride ourselves palsy. Utilizing treatment methods from around the world, each program on delivering exceptional personal service and unparalleled results in is customized to meet each child’s needs. Therapies offered by NAPA obtaining disability compensation for Veterans, claimants of Long Term include: NeuroSuit Therapy - Cuevas MEDEK Exercise - SpiderCage Disability Insurance (both private insurance policies and policies through Therapy - VitalStim & Feeding Therapy - PROMPT - Speech Therapy - AAC employers), and individuals who are disabled and eligible to apply for - Physical Therapy - Occupational Therapy - Sensory Integration - EI - Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income. Preschool Max Home...... 437 National Seating & Mobility...... 601 5400 Pepsi Street • Suite H • New Orleans LA 70123 Phone: 5049344750 793 Springer Drive • Lombard IL 23502 Phone: 630-495-3751 Email: [email protected] Fax: 866-428-6859 Email: [email protected] www.NSM-Seating.com MaxMobility...... 317 By providing The Right Chair and The Best Care, National Seating & 5425 Mount View Parkway • Antioch TN 37013 Phone: 615-731-1860 Mobility has become the most experienced rehab seating and mobility Email: [email protected] www.max-mobility.com company in North America. We provide world-class products and care to The SmartDrive is a revolutionary new power asisst device that will change each of our clients through clinical expertise, superior customer service, your life. It can power you up steep hills, through carpet and over grass. It operational excellence, and sound financial management. Visit us at booth is intuitive to use, just push to go and brake to stop, its that simple. It will 813 to see how we can meet your needs. go for days on a single charge. Plug in and get out there! Numotion...... 200 MedCare Pediatric Group, LP...... 218 1111 Cromwell Avenue • Rocky Hill CT 06067 Phone: 800-500-9150 12371 S. Kirkwood Rd. •Stafford TX 77477 Phone: 713-995-9292 Email: [email protected] www.numotion.com Email: [email protected] www.medcarepediatrics.com With a strong local focus, Numotion aims to be the most responsive and MedCare has been paving the way for Pediatric Therapy and Nursing in innovative complex wheelchair company to do business with. As a loyal the Houston, TX area for over 20 years. MedCare offers comprehensive and helpful partner, we’re here to move lives forward for years to come. nursing and therapy services for patients aged birth to 21 years old in It’s a nu day in mobility. Please visit us at www.numotion.com or call our your home or in one of their convenient outpatient rehab centers located National Customer Care Center at 800.500.9150. around Houston. MedCare also employs physical, occupational and speech therapists as well as pediatric nurses. With our dedication to the highest Paralyzed Veterans of America/PVA Publications...... 209 standards of care, our patient’s lives are enhanced every day. 2111 E. Highland Ave.• Ste.180 • Phoenix AZ 85016...... Phone: 602-224-0500 Fax: 602-224-0507 Email: [email protected] pvamag.com Medicpadusa...... 543 Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) Through our broad range of services/ 5090 Richmond Ave. • #428 • Houston TX 77056 Phone: 808-397-3153 experts, PVA works to positively change lives and build brighter futures Email: [email protected] www.medicpadusa.com Medicpad usa selling Portable Tens Unit for our nation’s veterans with disabilities & their families by fighting for quality health care & decent benefits, investing in a cure for paralysis and Mobility & Access...... 626 providing opportunities to get back into life. All wheelchair users may be 1003 International Dr. • Oakdale PA 15071 Phone: 724-695-7822 interested in PN, our monthly news & information magazine and SPORTS Fax: 724-695-3710 Email: [email protected] ‘N SPOKES a magazine on wheelchair sports & recreation. www.FrankMobility.com Frank Mobility Systems, Inc. provides quality innovative equipment such Parking Mobility...... 220 as the E.motion M15 Push-Rim Power Assist; the Push Rim Activated 1101 W. 34th ST. • Suite 175 • Austin TX 78705...... Phone: 512-981-9628 Power assist powered by Lithium Ion batteries with roll back delay. Other Email: [email protected] www.parkingmobility.com products to be displayed at the show are: the E.fix lightweight power add- Parking Mobility provides a community education based solution to on, the Scalamobil Portable Stairclimber and the Duet Wheelchair Bicycle address accessible parking abuse. Using the Parking Mobility App, the Tandem design for young and old to enjoy the outdoors like never before! solution to accessible parking abuse is in the hands of those directly affected by the problem. Help get your community on board by using the Ms. Wheelchair Texas Foundation...... 257 Parking Mobility App today. Stop by our booth at Abilities Expo to learn 9659 N Sam Houston Pkwy E • Ste 150/233 • Ste 1508/233 • Humble TX 77396 how you can make a difference. Phone: 281-704-7065 Fax: 281-704-7065 Email: [email protected] www.mswheelchairtexas.org PDG Product Design Group...... 337 The Ms. Wheelchair Texas Foundation, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) 103-318 East Kent Ave. South • Vancouver BC V5N 4X6 • Canada organization, strives to improve the lives of people with disAbilities Phone: 604-326-6641 Email: [email protected] www.pdgmobility.com through its mission of advocacy and education. Each Spring an new Ms. PDG designs and manufactures high quality mobility products that deliver Wheelchair Texas and a Little Miss Wheelchair Texas are crowned during optimal function and independence. Our products provide mobility, the MWTX Gala. They will spend the year sharing and advocating for those comfort and better access within the home and in the community. Our tilt- with disAbilities. in-space wheelchairs, (wheelchairs that tilt, thereby relieving pressure and/ or providing improved patient positioning) are used by children, adults, My Service Dog, Inc...... 246 and the elderly. Our line of products include the Bentley/Stellar Series, the 6147 Honea Egypt Rd. • Montgomery TX 77316...... Phone: 713-703-6924 Fuze Series, and the newly innovated ultralight Elevation. Email: [email protected] www.myservicedog.com My Service Dog, Inc. Trains service dogs for all types of disibilities up Pediatric Home Healthcare LLC...... 221 to quadrapeligic. 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We look forward to serving your independence for adults and children with a wide range of disabilities. family and helping your child achieve optimum levels of health. Pride Mobility...... 509 Roho Group (The)...... 401 182 Susquehanna Ave. • Unit 350 • Exeter PA 18643...... Phone: 800-800-8586 100 N. Florida Ave. Belleville IL 62221 • Belleville FL 00000 Email: [email protected] Phone: 618-277-9173 Fax: 618-277-6518 Pride® Mobility Products is a global leader in consumer-inspired, Email: [email protected] innovative mobility solutions, including the Jazzy® line of power chairs, Pride® Scooters, Pride® Lift Chairs, Go-Go® travel mobility products, ROWHEELS...... 511 Litestream® and Stylus® manual wheelchairs, and Pride® Lifts & Ramps. 2895 Commerce Park Drive • Fitchburg WI 53719 Phone: 608-268-9670 No matter the life-enhancing product, Pride designs quality, performance, Email: [email protected] www.rowheels.com style, and value from the start – allowing you to “Live Your Best!” Rowheels are a first of their kind. Designed to minimize the factors which contribute to shoulder and wrist injury, Rowheels drive a chair forward when Pro Bed Medical Technologies, Inc...... 443 you pull on the handrim and backwards when you push. Powerful, efficient and 602-30930 Wheel Avenue • Abbotsford BC V2T 6G7 • Canada stylish, Rowheels are everything you would want in a pair of wheels and more. Phone: 800-816-8243 Email: [email protected] Sign Shares...... 625 99 Detering • Suite 160 • Houston TX 77007...... Phone: 713-869-4373 Project Walk Paralysis Recovery Center...... 310 Fax: 713-869-8463 Email: [email protected] www.signshares.com 2732 Loker Ave West • Carlsbad CA 92010...... Phone: 760-431-9789 Established over 27 years ago, Sign Shares is the nations oldest provider Email: [email protected] www.ProjectWalk.com of Sign Language Interpreting Services, four years before the American Project Walk is the pioneer in exercise-based recovery with nearly two with Disabilities Act formulated. Our claim for fame will always be within decades of experience. We focus on providing an improved quality of life Sign Language, but our reputable family has grown. We are pleased for people affected by a physical disability. This is done through intense to announce our extended family. We are now a full-service, Turnkey, recovery programs, education, research and support. Our Certified Interpreting Agency, servicing both Deaf & Hearing/Foreign Speaking Specialists are the best in the world at helping individuals progress individuals on an international level. Proudly reaching a GLOBAL SCALE. far beyond health and wellness. We focus on improving our patients functional abilities with 99% of exercises done outside of their wheelchair. Smirthwaite USA...... 359 405 Lexington Ave. • New York NY 10174 Phone: 347-753-7960 Quantum Rehab...... 501, 507 Email: [email protected] www.smirthwaite.com 182 Susquehanna Ave. • Exeter PA 18643...... Phone: 570-655-5574 Now available directly from Smirthwaite USA, we are the UK market Fax: 570-883-4195 Email: [email protected] leaders in the design and manufacture of equipment for children and www.quantumrehab.com young people with special needs. Our extensive range incorporates Quantum Rehab® is a premier manufacturer of clinically-focused, products to assist those from 8 months to 18 years old in the areas of consumer-inspired, innovative complex rehab products, including the Q6® seating, standing, toileting, bathing, changing and showering. We also Series of power chairs, TRU-Balance® 3 Power Positioning Systems, have ranges dedicated to therapy and sensory integration. Q-Logic 2 Drive Control System, Synergy® Cushions and Backs, Kids UP® pediatric mobility solutions, and Litestream® ultralight manual wheelchairs. Sound Off - Stories & Selfies w/ United Spinal Association...... 649 Restorative Therapies, Inc...... 420 120-34 Queens Blvd. • Ste 301 • Kew Gardens NY 11415 Phone: 973-202-1521 1434 Fleet Street • Baltimore MD 21231 Phone: 800-609-9166 Email: [email protected] www.unitedspinal.org Fax: 410-878-2466 Email: [email protected] www.restorative-therapies.com The Sound-Off, Stories & Selfies Booth offers expo attendees the Restorative Therapies provides the leading functional electrical stimulation opportunity to share their stories and perspectives on living with a cycle, RT300, with FES cycling for arms & legs with trunk stimulation. disability and to learn more about United Spinal’s Advocacy Alliance. This No transfer required. Motorized, compact; it’s the only cycle suitable for is your chance to take the spotlight and provide your personal experiences children & adults. And the only one where you monitor results via the on video. Your insight and opinions will be used to strengthen the voice internet. We invest strongly in R&D to deliver high quality products to of our community and equip United Spinal with the tools to effectively maximize your outcomes and help you meet your goals. Free software advocate to improve disability rights at the state and national level. upgrades & reimbursement services are part of our commitment to you. ReWalk Robotics...... 431 Southwest ADA Center...... 333 33 Locke Drive • Marlborough MA 01752 Phone: 508-251-1154 1333 Moursund, TIRR Research Center • 2nd Fl. • ILRU Dept. Houston TX 77030 Fax: 508-726-3820 Email: [email protected] www.rewalk.com Phone: 713-520-0232 Fax: 713-520-5785 Email: [email protected] ReWalk Robotics develops, manufactures and markets exoskeletons for www.southwestada.org people with lower limb disabilities. ReWalk Robotics is the developer The Southwest ADA Center is part of the ADA National Network funded by of the ReWalk™, a robotic exoskeleton that provides powered hip and the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) knee motion to enable paraplegics to stand upright, walk and turn. of the Department of Education. The Center’s mission is to promote ReWalk Robotics’ mission is to fundamentally change the health and life voluntary compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) experiences of individuals with spinal cord injury. For more information, by providing three core services — technical assistance, training and please visit http://www.rewalk.com. materials dissemination. We also answer ADA questions and respond to inquiries via a toll free hotline 800-949-4232 (all calls are confidential).

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Spero Rehab and Spero Seating and Mobility are Email: [email protected] www.SPARKforAutism.org/TexasChildrens dedicated to helping individuals achieve their highest level of functional The Autism Center at Texas Children’s Hospital focuses on the care of independence. Spero is committed to you! children who have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) or who are suspected of having autism spectrum disorder. The center provides diagnostic services Spinergy, Inc...... 353 for ASD and related conditions, as well as recommendations for treatment 6387 Bruntwood Ct. • Boulder CO 80303 Phone: 303-915-6534 and resources to help families. TCH also supports a number of autism Email: [email protected] www.spinergy.com research studies. The latest of these is an online study called SPARK. To Spinergy is the leading wheel manufacturer within the wheelchair learn more about SPARK visit: www.SPARKforAutism.org/TexasChildrens industry. Our lightweight, durable and high performance wheels have been regarded as the best wheel on the market for over 15 years. Our daily and Texas Division for Rehabilitation Services (DARS)...... 631 sport wheels use a patented PBO fiber technology that is 1/3 the weight 4900 N. Lamar Blvd. • Austin TX 78751-2399 Phone: 512-934-8993 and 3x stronger than steel and 2x stronger than carbon/kevlar. Visit our Email: [email protected] booth for a demo and see our new ZX-1 Power Add On product! Change contact information telephone number STARskaters...... 352 Texas Legal Services Center...... 432 PO Box 16434 • Sugarland TX 77496...... Phone: 713-446-6902 2101 S IH 35 • Suite 300 • Austin TX 78741...... Phone: 512-637-5419 Fax: 409-741-3400 Email: [email protected] www.STARskaters.org Fax: 512-477-6576 Email: [email protected] www.tlsc.org STARskaters is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing an Help is available to pay for Medicare premiums through the Medicare on-ice experience for individuals with a wide range of disabilities. Our Savings Program and Extra Help. We can assist you or call your local two primary programs are Sled Hockey and Skate Therapy. STAR Area Agency on Aging Benefits Counselor for more information. Texas is an acronym for Skating for Therapy And Recreation. More details Legal Services Center provides free legal service and local referral for on each program at www.STARskaters.org, www.TexasSledHockey. continued legal needs for low and moderate income Texans. Check us out org and www.SkateTherapy.org If you are interested in participation, at www.TLSC.org ! sponsorship, volunteering or starting similar programs, contact us at Texas Technology Access Program...... 231 [email protected] 10100 N. Burnet Rd. • Building 137 • Suite 1.143MC 24000 • Austin TX 78758 Stealth Products Inc...... 507 Phone: 512-232-0740 Email: [email protected] 104 John Kelly Dr. • Burnet TX 78611 Phone: 512-715-9995 The TTAP promotes independence for Texans with disabilities through Fax: 512-715-9954 Email: [email protected] access to technology. We lead the state’s efforts to carry out the Assistive Technology Act of 2004. We improve access, advocacy, and awareness Storm Tight Windows...... 216 of assistive technology. The program offers short-term device loans, 16920. Texas Avenue • Suite C-9 • Webster TX 77598 Phone: 713-785-5127 sponsorship of demonstration centers to provide hands-on equipment Email: [email protected] experiences, device reuse, as well as training and technical assistance for Sunrise Medical (US) LLC...... 315 Texans with disabilities, their families,and qualified professionals. 6899 Winchester Circle • Suite 200 • Boulder CO 80301 Phone: 303-218-4463 Therapy 2000...... 445 Email: [email protected] www.sunrisemedical.com 9990 Richmond Ave. • Ste 201-S • Houston Texas 77042 Phone: 713-783-8181 Quickie®, a brand of Sunrise Medical, features innovative designs and Fax: 832-781-2001 Email: [email protected] superior performance across the rigid, folding, tilt, sports, and power wheelchair families for adult and geriatric users. Zippie® wheelchairs Thrive Life Food...... 624 utilize these same concepts in conjunction with growth capability and 43825 Hickory Cornter Terrace • #108 • Ashburn VA 20147 pediatric-specific options. JAY® standard and custom seating products Phone: 7834722557 Email: [email protected] feature foam, fluid, and/or air technologies, providing postural and functional support and skin protection necessary for all wheelchair users. Tilite...... 401 2701 W. Court St. • Pasco WA 99302 Phone: 509-586-6117 SureHands Lift & Care Systems...... 530 Fax: 509-586-2413 Email: [email protected] 982 County Route 1 • Pine Island NY 10969-1205 Phone: 845-258-6500 Fax: 845-258-6507 Email: [email protected] www.surehands.com Tobii DynaVox...... 226 Providing customized lift & transfer solutions for people with limited mobility 2100 Wharton St. • Suite 400 • Pittsburgh PA 15203 Phone: 866-396-2869 and committing to helping customer’s maximize their abilities, SUREHANDS® Email: [email protected] www.tobiidynavox.com announces upgraded versions of the Body Support, ceiling track system Tobii Dynavox, part of Tobii Technology Group, is the global market leader motors and new slings. 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Toyota Mobility...... 421 VN Trading...... 253 19001 South Western Ave. HQ32 • Torrance CA 90501 Phone: 310-468-3240 9825 Canterbury Creek St. • Las Vegas NV 89183 Phone: 7023745741 Fax: 310-381-6502 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.toyotamobility.com Toyota Mobility provides a cash reimbursement of up to $1,000 to VSA Texas...... 513, 512 customers who purchase a new Toyota or Lexus vehicle then install 3710 Cedar St. # 7 • Ste.128 • Austin TX 78705 ...... Phone: 512-454-9912 approved mobility equipment. Stop by our booth for reimbursement Fax: 512-454-1944 Email: [email protected] www.vsatx.org details and to see the latest from Toyota, including the factory-installed VSA Texas , a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit, challenges perceptions of how people Auto Access Seat and wheelchair accessible conversions from approved contribute by creating an arts-inspired, inclusive community of individuals Toyota partners. 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Email: [email protected] www.uhccommunityplan.com/ UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, a business of UnitedHealth Group, US Pain Foundation...... 210 is a health plan licensed by the Texas Department of Insurance. 3710 Cedar St. # 7 • Ste.128 • Austin TX 78705 Phone: 512-454-9912 Through UnitedHealthcare’s comprehensive network physicians and Fax: 512-454-1944 Email: [email protected] www.vsatx.org hospitals across the state of Texas, UnitedHealthcare Community Plan VSA Texas , a 501(c) 3 not-for-profit, challenges perceptions of how people serves over 300,000 members in commercial and state health care contribute by creating an arts-inspired, inclusive community of individuals programs. For more information, please visit UHCCommunityPlan.com. with diverse abilities. Through our Artworks: Creative Industries program At UnitedHealthcare Community Plan, we believe in helping people live we promote visual artists through exhibition opportunities, mentoring, and healthier lives. workshops that support professional development. Visit the Artist Market to see and purchase artwork by artists with disabilities living and working in United Spinal Association...... 614 Houston, TX and surrounding areas. 75-20 Astoria Blvd • Suite 120 • East Elmhurst NY 11370.. Phone: 718-803-3782 Email: [email protected] www.unitedspinal.org/ Wellspect Healthcare...... 239 United Spinal Association’s mission is to improve the quality of life of 840 Apollo Street • Suite 115 • El Segundo CA 90245 Phone: 424-241-1454 all people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D). Today, Fax: 781-810-6625 Email: [email protected] www.lofric.us United Spinal is the largest non-profit organization dedicated to helping The LoFric hydrophilic catheters are used for intermittent catheterization. people living with SCI/D. We are committed to providing active-lifestyle LoFric is the world’s only catheter with Urotonic™ Surface Technology information, peer support and advocacy that empower individuals to that reduces the level of urethral friction up to 95% compared with other achieve their highest potential in all facets of life. catheters, thereby reducing urethral trauma and the risk of infections. 100% latex-free. Visit www.lofric.us to learn more. United Spinal Association of Houston...... 621 US Pain Foundation...... 210 835 West Fugate St. • Houston TX 77009...... Phone: 832-443-7233 Email: [email protected] 2073-K Powers Ferry Road SE • Marietta GA 30067...... Phone: 678-232-1330 United Spinal Association of Houston is a non-profit organization Fax: 678-232-1330 Email: [email protected] wheel-life.org/ supporting Houston’s diverse disability community. This includes Wheel:Life is a global initiative that assists people in addressing the many individuals living with a disability, families/friends, healthcare and industry questions and challenges that come with using a wheelchair. Get our free professionals, and other nonprofit partners. United Spinal Houston online magazine or 3 free books on accessible travel, fundraising and has 3 programs: (1) Project Hope, providing free medical supplies (2) relationships via our website, and connect with more than 20,000 friends Connections Peer Network, establishing peer and social support, and (3) on our social pages! Visit www.wheel-life.org. Lazarus House Neuro, offering wellness services and life skills education. Wheelchair 88...... 607 US Pain Foundation...... 210 535 N. Puente Street • Brea CA 92821 Phone: 714-325-2646 Email: [email protected] www.wheelchair88.com 670 Newfield Street • Suite B • Middletown CT 06457...... Phone: 908-442-3257 Wheelchair88 is the sole manufacturer and distributor of the Foldawheel Email: [email protected] www.uspainfoundation.org/ wheelchair. This wheelchair is the lightest power wheelchair in the world. U.S. Pain Foundation is a 501©3 non-profit organization dedicated to Weighing approximately 45 pounds the Foldawheel folds up in less than 5 serving those who live with pain conditions. Our mission is to educate, seconds. It can easily fit in the trunk of most any automobile. Please stop connect, inform, empower and advocate for those living with pain. by the Wheelchair88 booth to test ride this great product and other state Created by people with pain for people with pain, our staff has a personal of the art wheelchairs that we will have on display. connection to those we serve. We are invested in helping individuals find resources and inspiration, and exist to offer hope, present information, Wheelchair Repair Area...... 549 share stories and honor those whose lives have been affected by pain. WHILL...... 312 Variety the Children’s Charity of Texas...... 609 285 Old County Rd #6 • San Carlos CA 94070 Phone: 415-638-3937 5555 North Lamar Blvd • Suite K113 • Austin TX 78751.... Phone: 512-328-5437 Email: [email protected] whill.us Fax: 512-328-5437 Email: [email protected] www.varietytexas.org WHILL, Inc. located in San Francisco, California, ia personal mobility Variety - the Children’s Charity of Texas has been empowering children device company founded in 2013 by former Nissan, Sony, and Olympus with special needs throughout Texas since 1936. Variety supports engineers and designers. WHILL’s mission is to make transportation children with special needs through individual financial assistance as well smart and fun for everybody. For more information, please visit: www. as through its flagship program, Variety’s Peaceable Kingdom Retreat for whill.us. Children – a 122 acre retreat in Central Texas that provides year-round outdoor “summer camp” type experiences for over 6,000 children with Yellow Cab...... 320 special needs annually. For more information, go to www.varietytexas.org 1406 Hays St. • Houston TX 77009 Phone: 713-428-5702 Email: [email protected]

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