United Spinal Presents New Consumer Conference & Expo, “Creating Your Future: Living with a Disability”
Orlando, FL––In conjunction with its annual North American Spinal Cord Injury Conference and Disability Expo (NASCICDE), August 27-29 in Orlando, Florida, United Spinal Association is hosting an exclusive new forum addressing the specific needs and concerns of all individuals with disabilities.
Creating Your Future: Living with a Disability is a two-day consumer conference and expo taking place at NASCICDE. Conference participants will have their pick of 18 informative sessions such as “Assistive Technology Meets the Computer,” “It’s a Family Affair—Family Issues and Disability,” “Spasticity,” “Let’s Talk About Sex—Ask the Experts,” “I’ve Got to Work,” and “Caregivers 101.” Expo goers will have over 100 nationally-known vendors showcasing the latest in products and services for people with disabilities; hands-on experience with state-of-the-art assistive technology; the latest in durable medical equipment, rehabilitation supplies, and accessibility gear; and the answers they need from knowledgeable professionals on pain management, bowel and bladder issues, research updates, pharmaceutical solutions and more. Conference exhibitors include: Acorda Therapeutics, Kinetech, Advanced Aeromedical, Stratus Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Astra Tech, Invacare, Permobil, Alliance Labs, Uromed, Inc., ABLE to Travel, Bard Medical, Microtel Inns & Suites, a sponsor of the event and many more.
“With a distinguished faculty from some of the most respected institutions in the country, this is a can’t miss opportunity to discover the most effective strategies for living with a disability, networking with colleagues and getting a firsthand look at the latest in products and services for individuals with disabilities,” said Paul J. Tobin, President and CEO of United Spinal Association.
Demonstrations, events and special offers will also highlight Creating Your Future: Living with a Disability. Children and adults will have the option of playing adaptive sports such as wheelchair tennis and football, power soccer and quad rugby with United Spinal’s Sports and Recreation Department, and witness live demonstrations of the remarkable skills of service animals and their trainers. Receptions and valuable discounts on Orlando’s most exciting attractions—Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Adventure Park and Universal Studios—will be offered in addition to an exclusive, 3-night post-conference cruise package to the Bahamas on the Sovereign of the Seas, arranged by United Spinal’s ABLE to Travel, the most experienced agency in the business specializing in accessible destinations for people with disabilities.
Admission to Creating Your Future: Living with a Disability is free when individuals pre-register. Individuals can register online at www.sciconference.org or call 1-800-404-2898 for a conference/expo brochure. A complete listing of the workshops is available at www.sciconference.org.
NASCICDE will be held at the luxurious Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center in Orlando, FL. To register, visit www.sciconference.org or call 800-404-2898 for a conference and expo brochure. Special travel discounts are available including discounted airfare and car rental fees, reduced ticketing fees, and discounts on area attractions.
United Spinal Association is a national membership organization committed to enhancing the lives of people with spinal cord injuries or disorders. Membership in United Spinal is free and open to any individual with these disabilities, regardless of age. For more information, please visit www.unitedspinal.org.