World of Possibilities Expo 2004 - Session 22-24 October 2004
Last Update: Monday, 29-May-2006 06:13:13 PDT
Introduction
From the communication of CaringCommunities - Mona Freedman (mona@caringcommunities.org):
DON\'T MISS THE BIGGEST DISABILITIES EVENT OF THE YEAR IN YOUR AREA NEXT
FRIDAY, SATURDAY AND SUNDAY (OCT. 22 - 24)
We have exciting news about our upcoming World of Possibilities
Disabilities Expo in
Virginia. Some of the features include:
• 36 informative workshops ranging from children\'s issues such as parents
rights, positive behavioral supports, and inclusion, through adult issues
such as housing,
transportation, and supported employment and much much more!
- Local agencies and support groups
- Product demonstrations
- Exhibitors and attendees from across America (and outside the U.S.A.)
- World of Possibilities Mini Mall (products for daily use) sponsored by Caring Communities
- Blood drive on premises
- Ms. Wheelchair VA and Ms. Wheelchair TX
- Rhythms of Hope Dance Company
- Hands of Glory Gospel Choir
- Wheelchair races
- Art Exhibits
- Strolling entertainers including jugglers, clowns and magicians
- Radio and television personalities invited
- Celebrities and mascots
- Sign Language Interpreter
- Free wheelchair rentals and free emergency repair services
- First aid station on site
- Personal care attendants
Please also help us to spread the word by announcing our Expo on your websites,
newsletters and by word of mouth. Bring your family and friends. We appreciate all your
support and look forward to seeing you!
Caring Communities Inc. is pleased to announce that we will be hosting the
largest and most anticipated disabilities event in the Mid-Atlantic
Region! The WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES Disabilities Expo will be held at the
Dulles Expo Center in Chantilly, VA October 22-24, 2004. This premier
consumer exposition, which is free to the public, is dedicated to improving
the lives of children and adults with disabilities, their families and
caregivers, as well as
health care and education professionals.
WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES will allow an opportunity for an anticipated 6,000
attendees to explore a vast array of products and services such as:
assistive and adaptive technology, durable medical equipment, computer
software, mobility products, living aids and more-all conveniently
displayed
to see, touch, and compare in a One-Stop Shopping experience. WORLD OF
POSSIBILITIES will also offer informative workshops, demonstrations, and
representatives from local and statewide agencies/organizations to assist
the disability community in gaining more information about supports,
services and resources that they may need now or in the future.
Caring Communities, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization which
enhances the ability of families of children with disabilities ages birth
to
21 in Maryland, DC and VA to access appropriately trained respite
care providers. Caring Communities, Inc. offers quality respite care
training and maintains a registry of trained respite care providers called
the Caring Network. Expo proceeds from WORLD OF POSSIBILITES will go
directly to serving children with disabilities and their families. Please
visit http://www.caringcommunities.org for more information or for free
expo
passes. Caring Communities phone number is 1 866 227-4644.
Mona Freedman, RN
Executive Director/Founder
