OUR STAFF Caring Communities, Inc. 1-866-227-4644 www.caringcommunities.org Mona Freedman, RN Executive Director/Founder Jay Freedman President, Board of Directors Jennie Kowaleviocz Expo Coordinator Lisa Meizlish Sales Account Executive Angel App Sales Account Executive Jay Freedman Production Manager Timothy Stump Production Assistant
SPECIAL THANKS TO: Our Agency/Organization Promotional Partners Caring Communities Board of Directors Volunteers Amanda Taylor of Creative Chance for arranging the entertainment
EVENT RULES & REGULATIONS • Solicitation by individuals or manufacturers other than exhibitors is strictly prohibited. • For your safety, please communicate with your party. There may not be an intercom system available.
• Lost & Found will be located in or near the registration area. • Show management claims no responsibility for individual belongings. • All exhibits and workshops are subject to change and/or cancellation.
WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES DISABILITIES EXPO A Service of Caring Communities
Caring Communities is pleased to welcome you to our 14th Annual World of Possibilities Expo, the most anticipated disabilities event of its kind in the region! Caring Communities is delighted to bring you this very exciting disabilities and caregiver event, a consumer exposition that is offered to the public in the Baltimore Metro region. World of Possibilities Expo is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities, all seniors, their families and caregivers, as well as health care and education professionals. Caring Communities, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization which offers disability-
related training, education, publications, and events for the benefit of children and adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers, as well as healthcare and education professionals. Our efforts will enhance the quality of life regardless of the nature or severity of the disability; empower individuals with disabilities to achieve economic self-sufficiency and independent living and; promote inclusion to enjoy full participation in society... I hope you enjoy the Expo! Sincerely, Mona Freedma n , RN
Mona Freedman, RN Executive Director/Founder Caring Communities, Inc. mona@caringcommunities.org
AROUND THE EXPO FREE WHEELCHAIR INSPECTIONS AND EMERGENCY REPAIR SERVICES Representatives from Stuart's Medical and Sales will be available for emergency repairs and wheelchair rentals.
MEET MARYLAND'S DISABILITIES CHAMPION A special appearance will be made by William J. Frank, Deputy Secretary, Maryland Department of Disabilities.
HEALTH SCREENINGS The University of Maryland School of Nursing students will be taking blood pressures and calculating BMI's (body mass index) as a service to the Expo guests. Bay State Chiropractic Center will perform free Myovision Exams to measure muscle 2
tension and the amount of electrical activity in muscles when they contract. www.baystatechiro.com.
PERSONAL CARE ATTENDANTS SERVICE World of Possibilities will offer assistance and a helping hand at the Expo to individuals who need it. Canty's Helping Hands will be providing this service. www. CantysHelpingHands.com
CANINE PARTNERS FOR LIFE DEMONSTRATION SERVICE DOG DEMO 12:00pm. Canine Partners for Life (CPL) trains service/companion dogs to assist individuals with a wide range of physical and cognitive disabilities, including medical alert dogs.
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AROUND THE EXPO (CONT.) FIDO'S FOR FREEDOM DEMONSTRATION Demonstration at 2:00pm. A volunteer assistance dog training organization in Baltimore. Includes information about volunteering, and service, hearing and therapy dogs.
BOOK SIGNING - LIVING IN A WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES Living in a World of Possibilities by Mona Freedman RN Living in a World of Possibilities is a nice companion to the World of Possibilities Disabilities Expo and a way to get wonderful, inspirational and motivational words out to assist individuals who are living with challenging issues.
PRESENTATION: LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS, BY ANNA RENAULT - 1 p.m.
MS. WHEELCHAIR MARYLAND 1st runner up and other representatives from Ms. Wheelchair MD will be around the Expo-Come say Hello!
MARYLAND ABLE PROGRAM LISTENING SESSION Maryland ABLE program • Understand the basics of the Maryland ABLE Program • Learn more about where Maryland is in the implementation process • Understand how federal policies affect Maryland ABLE • Provide feedback on your needs to ensure a responsive and successful program • Bring your questions for the implementation team Find out more about Maryland ABLE at this link: https://maryland529.com/MDABLE
Do you have a chronic condition? Does it interfere with your every day life? Do you have some symptoms, like pain, that need some solutions? Let's see if the Living Well programs have some answers. www.annarenault.com
PERFORMANCES ARRANGED BY CREATIVE CHANCE Performances throughout the day, please check the poster for details.
PRODUCT DEMONSTRATIONS 11:00am to 3:00pm Several vendors will be demonstrating products and equipment throughout the day.
ENTERTAINMENT AND MASCOTS Strolling entertainers and mascots will be joining us to entertain the children during the day. disAbilities Expo 2017
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EXHIBITOR LISTINGS Angel Companion 3128 Parkington Ave., Apt. A Baltimore, MD 443-271-6234 Emotional support and companionship for seniors who are generally healthy and who want to remain independent at home. AT Discount Sales & Services 6225 Painted Yellow Gate Columbia, MD 410-290-1327 www.atdiscount.net We provide discounts, product information and resources on assistive technology related products. We work with schools, organizations, families, individuals, and community agencies. Attainment Company Inc. 1-800-327-4269 www.attainmentcompany.com Attainment provides learning solutions with technology & curricula (E-12+) in ELA, math, science, social studies, career readiness, personal skills and transition. Our aging resources include communication, mental fitness, & professional resources. Bath Fitter 9115 Whiskey Bottom Road Laurel, MD 301-317-6080 www.bathfittermidatlantic.com Bathroom renovation, and bathroom safety. Bathplanet of Baltimore by Winstar 25 Thomas Avenue Baltimore, MD 410-360-0058 www.bathplanetofbaltimore.com Good Housekeeping approved, top quality but affordable bathroom remodeling service. Bay State Chiropractic Center 405 Frederick Road, Suite 15 Catonsville, MD 410-744-8800 www.baystatechiro.com We are on a mission to educate the community about chiropractic care. Free spinal (myovision) screenings, with results emailed to you. Come learn about what chiropractic care can do. 4
Beltone Hearing Center 1818 Pot Spring Road, Suite 101 Lutherville, MD 410-560-2580 www.beltone.com For over 77 years, Beltone has led the industry in hearing aid innovation, boasting amazing sound quality and features focussed on ease of use. Canine Partners for Life Cochranville, PA 610-869-4902 ext. 221 www.k94life.org Canine Partners for Life trains service and companion dogs for individuals with a wide range of physical, developmental, and cognitive disabilities. Cantys Helping Hands Home Care Services 1 Stanson Court Owings Mills, MD 410-449-0244 www.cantyshelpinghands.com Cantys Helping Hands provides quality, in-home personal and respite care services to seniors and individuals with behavioral and/or physical disabilities, including children. We treat all our clients with respect and dignity, heightening our clients’ enjoyment of life physically, mentally and emotionally. Join our family! CapTel Outreach 1500 Olympic Blvd. Santa Monica, CA 310-526-5211 www.captel.com We market captioned telephones for individuals with hearing loss. Caring Communities Sykesville, MD 410-549-5707 www.caringcommunities.org Respite care training, region-wide Respite Registry, disability awareness, and host of the largest consumer disability expos in the region, World of Possibilities. Center for Vein Restoration 7474 Greenway Center Dr., Ste. 1000 Greenbelt, MD 240-625-2110 www.centerforvein.com World of Possibilities
EXHIBITOR LISTINGS (CONT.) CVR offers an array of clinical procedures for treatment of vein disease, using a patient-focused approach to improve quality of life. Chandler Remodelling 10866 York Road, Suite 6 Cockeysville, MD 410-628-2214 Thirty year old home improvement company. A+ rated with BBB. Offering 45% OFF all roofing, siding and windows. Estimates are always free. ClearCaptions 595 Menlo Drive Rocklin, CA 443-970-7390 www.clearcaptions.com Words matter. ClearCaptions is a federally certified provider of captioned telephones for people with hearing loss. For more information contact Howard Kershner, howard.kershner@clearcaptions.com Compassionate Healthcare Nursing Services 5411 Old Frederick Road, Suite 6 Baltimore, MD 410-719-0672 www.compassionatecarenursing.com Compassionate Healthcare Nursing Services Inc. provides a variety of homecare services for clients who are in need of skilled nursing care, companion care, assistance with activities of daily living and total care for all ADLs. Conflict Resolution Center of Baltimore County Essex, MD 410-780-1206 www.crcbaltimorecounty.org Conflict Resolution Center for Baltimore County offers mediation, IEP facilitation and help with fighting kids in schools at no cost to county residents for all kinds of conflicts. Creative Touch Solutions 703 Vine Street Baltimore, MD 443-208-0343 www.wheelchairability.com Our products help people in motorized wheelchairs maintain their mobility, independence and productivity with style and dignity. Our designer has lived with SCI for 28 years.
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DR. Harvey Levy & Associates 198 Thomas Johnson Dr., Ste. 108 Frederick, MD 301-663-8300 www.drhlevyassoc.com Dr. Harvey Levy & Associates, located in Frederick, MD, provides dental care to the entire family. We’ve been welcoming patients with special needs since 1980. Easter Seals Camp Fairlee 22242 Bay Shore Rd. Chestertown, MD 302-253-1143 www.de.easterseals.com/fairlee Camp Fairlee provides year-round recreation and respite services to children and adults with all types of disAbilities; summer camp, respite weekends, travel trips. Fidos for Freedom Fulton, MD 301-924-1475 www.fidosforfreedom.org Our mission: To improve quality of life for people through use of our trained therapy & assistance dogs. Frank, Frank & Sherr 1400 Front Avenue, Suite 200 Lutherville, MD 410-337-8900 www.frankelderlaw.com Frank, Frank & Scherr focuses its practice on assisting older adults planning for their future, families planning for the long term care of family members who are disabled, estate planning and estate administration. HLAA-GBC 1216 Glenback Ave. Pikesville, MD 410-484-6866 Programs and resources for people of all ages with hearing loss. Homefix Custom Remodeling 11002 Garrison Lane Spotsylvania, VA 540-288-4277 www.homefixcustomremodeling.com Home improvement company featuring the lowest thresh walk-in tubs/showers in the industry. 5
International Neurorehabilitation Institute 1300 York Road, Bldg. A, Suite 300 Lutherville, MD 410-828-4629 www.inirehab.com At our state-of-the-art facility we offer the most current treatments available for individuals living with MS, TM, and other neurological conditions. Keller’s Cause 463 Mechanics Valley Rd. North East, MD 443-564-6527 www.kellerscause.com A non-profit organization dedicated to the education surrounding, and adoption of special needs dogs. Kennedy Krieger Institute 707 North Broadway Baltimore, MD 443-923-9200 www.kennedykrieger.org Located in the Baltimore/Washington region, Kennedy Krieger Institute is internationally recognized for improving the lives of children and young adults with disorders and injuries of the brain, spinal cord, and musculoskeletal system. 6
Live Long and Healthy LLC 18409 Polynesian Lane Boyds, MD 301-540-6400 www.livelongandhealthyllc.com Care management and companion care services, assisted living facility. Maryland ABLE 217 E. Redwood Street, Suite 1350 Baltimore, MD www.maryland529.com/mdable Maryland ABLE accounts help individuals save money and pay for qualified disability expenses without jeopardizing benefits. Maryland Department of Human Resources 311 W. Saratoga St. Baltimore, MD 410-767-7964 www.dhr.maryland.gov DHR is the state’s primary social service provider, serving over one million people annually. The Department, through its 24 local departments of social services, pursues opportunities to assist people in economic need, provide preventive services, and protect vulnerable children and adults. World of Possibilities
Maryland Relay 301 W Preston St., Suite 1008A Baltimore, MD 410-767-8828 www.mdrelay.org Maryland Relay is a free public service that allows people, unable to use a standard telephone, to both make and receive calls. Maryland Accessible Telecommunications distributes free assistive phones to qualified applicants. Maryland Statewide Independent Living Council
199 E. Montgomery Ave., Suite 100 Rockville, MD 240-599-7965 www.msilc.org The MSILC promotes, supports & enhances opportunities for Marylanders with disabilities to maximize choices to independently live, work and play. MoBella Bags 1817 Greenplace Terrace Rockville, MD 301-762-6980 www.mobellabags.com moBella bags is a family operated business that hand makes beautiful designer wheelchair and walker bags from durable, home decorator fabrics. We believe that
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limited mobility should not equal limited style. Custom bags are available for an additional fee. Mobility Works 4199 Kinross Lakes Parkway, Ste. 300 Richfield, OH 484-318-0951 www.mobilityworks.com MobilityWorks is a leading retail sales and service provider of wheelchair accessible vans, cars and trucks. National Ataxia Foundation 2600 Fernbrook Ln. N., Ste. 119 Minneapolis, MN 763-231-2743 www.ataxia.org NAF is dedicated to improving the lives of persons affected by ataxia through support, education, and research. National Rehabilitation Information Center 8400 Corporate Drive, Suite 500 Landover, MD 1-800-346-2742 www.naric.com NARIC is a library and information center focusing on disability, independent living and rehabilitation research.
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Offroad Trackchair 160 Kirtley Rd. Leon, VA 540-547-4470 www.offroadtrackchair.com Action Trackchairs and Action Trackstanders are a remarkable innovation using zero turn technology. Life changing possibilities are ENDLESS with your new all-terrain YEAR ROUND tracked "wheelchair"! Rare Patient Voice 711 Hampton Ln. Towson, MD 410-218-0527 www.rarepatientvoice.com Rare Patient Voice invites patients and caregivers to take part in surveys for cash rewards. Join and receive a $10 gift card. Second Family Inc 337 Brightseat Rd., Suite 111 Landover, MD 301-503-1091 www.2ndfamilyinc.org There’s always a first family. Do you have a 2nd? Serving children & adults. Sheppard Pratt Health System 6501 N. Charles St. Baltimore, MD 410-938-3133 www.sheppardpratt.org As one of the nation’s leading mental health experts, we are focused on helping you through every step of the recovery process. You’ll experience compassionate, personalized care in a comfortable setting that allows you to heal. Sleep Number 825 Dulaney Valley Rd., Space 3350 Towson, MD Comfort that adjusts to your needs. Special Olympics Baltimore County 801 Swift Court Towson, MD 443-695-3313 facebook.com/specialolympicsbaltimorecounty Special Olympics Baltimore County provides yearround training and competition in 15 Olympic-like sports for persons two years and older with intellectual disabilities.
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Stuart’s Medical 8229 Kings Chater Lane Springfield, VA 571-721-8012 www.stuartsmedical.com Free wheelchair repairs, free wheelchair and scooter loaners for the Expo. Sure Hands Lift & Care Systems 982 County Route 1 Pine Island, NY 845-258-6500 www.surehands.com SureHands offers a variety of lift & care systems for both homecare and professional settings where the users’ needs and safety are most important. The Bureau of Engraving and Printing 14th and C Streets Washington, DC 202-874-2608 www.bep.gov BEP is providing currency readers, free of charge, to eligible blind and visually impaired individuals. The CP Group/ Ms. Wheelchair MD Brandywine, MD 301-343-7251 www.ms-wheelchair-md.com Ms. Wheelchair Maryland (MW-MD) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization managed under the auspices of DateAble, Inc. The goal of the Ms. Wheelchair Maryland, and Junior Miss Wheelchair Maryland is to select two spokeswomen to represent the disability community at large. The IMAGE Center 300 East Joppa Rd. #312 Towson, MD 443-275-9395 www.imagemd.org The IMAGE Center promotes independence for people with disabilities. The League for People with Disabilities 1111 East Cold Spring Ln. Baltimore, MD 410-323-0500 www.leagueforpeople.org The League provides services which empower people with disabilities to improve their independence, selfsufficiency and quality of life.
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The Scooter Shop 7905 Brightmeadow Court Ellicott City, MD 877-224-2294 www.yourscootershop.com The Scooter Shop provides the industry’s best wheeled mobility and durable medical equipment with superior service. TheraFit Rehab 61 E. Padonia Road, Ste. E Timonium, MD 410-415-1992 www.therafitrehab.com TheraFit Rehab provides physical therapy and occupational therapy to people with neurological conditions. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Disability Branch 701 S. 12th Street Arlington, VA www.tsa.gov The Disability Branch within the TSA supports the US Department of Homeland Security's disability policy agenda, including reviewing and conducting inquiries, conducting training (internal and external) making determinations in disability-related discrimination complaints, and developing, managing and strengthening partnerships with the disability community.
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UMBC’s Cognition, Robotics, and Learning Lab 1000 Hilltop Circle Baltimore, MD csee/umbc.edu We are conducting a survey on attitudes toward robotic aids to increase independence for people with physical disabilities and seniors. University of Maryland School of Nursing 655 West Lombard St. Baltimore, MD 410-706-7686 www.nursing.umaryland.edu The University of Maryland School of Nursing shapes the profession of nursing and the health care environment by developing leaders in education, research, and practice. Women Embracing Abilities Now 1111 East Cold Spring Lane Baltimore, MD 410-294-6930 www.wean1.org A peer mentoring organization for women and young ladies with disabilities. The mission of WEAN is to empower and promote independence.
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