Registration opens for inaugural event for complex rehab professionals 

LOS ANGELES – Early-bird registration is now open for the inaugural Abilities International Accessibility Conference on March 26-27, 2026, at the Long Beach Convention Center. Co-located with the Abilities Expo, the Abilities International Accessibility Conference is designed to unite complex rehab technology (CRT) professionals across disciplines, creating a hub to enhance professional practice and business through education, networking and thought leadership. Attendees have the opportunity to earn CEUs, network and collaborate. “We are thrilled to be launching the Abilities International Accessibility Conferences in 2026,” said Katy Roberts, managing director of Abilities Portfolio. “This is a very natural progression from our established success with the consumer Abilities Expos. We listened to industry partners and identified the need for idea-sharing across disciplines. The new conferences will allow for education, connection and collaboration.” The 2026 series will debut in Los Angeles, followed by conferences in New York Metro (April 30–May 1) and Chicago (June 11–12). The Abilities International Accessibility Conference, which also includes complementary access to the Abilities Expo, will deliver high-impact education and industry insights in partnership with such leading organizations as: 

• RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America) 
• ISS (International Seating Symposium) 
• CTF (Clinician Task Force) 
• NCART (National Coalition of Assistive & Rehab Technology) 
• iNRRTS (International Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers) 
• U.S. Rehab, part of VGM & Associates 

Attendees can also participate in optional technical training workshops delivered by U.S. Rehab to gain hands-on experience and certification preparation for wheelchair repair technicians.  

Register here. 

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