In our previous blog, What to Expect at Our Booth: Abilities Expo 2026, we shared a preview of the devices and resources visitors could explore at the Ability Tools booth. This resource list includes many of the assistive technology tools that were showcased and demonstrated at our booth. Our goal is to provide practical examples…
As we head into spring, the Abilities Expo is taking place at the Long Beach Convention & Entertainment Center from March 27th to 29th. It will bring together the disability community, AT devices, and community advocates for a weekend full of innovation, learning, and connection. Abilities Expo is one of the largest disability-focused events in…
As we kick off 2026, the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) conference, happening from January 29th to January 31st, is set to showcase the latest tech that boosts independence. This year’s event is heavily focused on how AI and emerging tech bridge the gap between gadgets and true independence, with free sessions open to the…
In this blog, we’ll walk you through how to set up and pair the ThirdReality Smart Plug using an Amazon Echo device with a built-in Zigbee hub. Whether you’re new to smart home technology or supporting someone who is, this step-by-step guide is here to help. Plus, we’ve included a YouTube video tutorial for extra…
Leading up to AT Awareness Day on April 30th, here is the next edition of our “AT-titude is Everything” series, celebrating the power of assistive technology and highlighting one individual’s journey to confidence. When living with a mobility disability, the right assistive technology can be a game-changer, offering the support needed to transform obstacles into…
When Emanuel needed a replacement for his wheelchair, and his insurance wasn’t addressing the urgency of needing an immediate replacement for his mobility device, he turned to getting a loan as his only option to obtain a wheelchair. This is how he connected with the network of California’s Advocates serving people’s needs for Assistive Technology…
Congratulations to the assistive technology users and photographers who show us what’s possible with A.T. We were thrilled to see photos of people from all over the country. Thanks to your fabulous photos of people using assistive technology (AT), we brought more awareness to the world of adaptive equipment, devices, and gadgets that assist people…
Written by: Luke Hsieh, Assistive Technology Advocate Community Access Center For this top five countdown, I will be ranking my my five favorite assistive technology devices from high-tech to low-tech. By September next year, I will have worked a full decade as an assistive technology specialist for an Independent Living Center. The first generation iPad…
Written By: Ability Tools Staff It’s that time of year the again, time for spring cleaning! What better day to spring into cleaning than Earth Day? For close to 48 years, Earth Day has been observed on April 22nd and is a day where people around the world celebrate environmental movements and build awareness around…
Are you in the LA area this weekend? Are you a fan of assistive technology? Do you want the opportunity to try out technology and meet the Ability Tools/ CFILC team? If you answered yes to any of these questions then the FREE LA Abilities Expo is where you want to be this weekend, February…