Assistive Technology related events around the Region and at the AT Lab. Please Contact Us if you have an event suggestion!
The All Born (in) Conference is an annual cross-disability, inclusion-focused conference. Founded by Northwest Down Syndrome Association (NWDSA) in 2006 in partnership with Portland State University’s joint certification program and the Center on Inclusive Education. The AT Lab will co-host a workshop on AT Tools & Strategies in Education, along with OTAP.
‘All Born In’ Bike Week is where children, youths, and adults with and without disabilities learn the skills needed to ride conventional two-wheelers. Bike Camp Dates: June 18 – June 22, Five Sessions per Day: $250 for first time riders; $200 for returning riders. Quick Start! / Refresher Course Dates: June 21 – June 23, Five Sessions per Day: $150.
Presentation for pediatric therapists and the community: We know that regular physical activity and movement is good for everyone but accessing community-based opportunities to move is often challenging for our kids with disabilities. In this presentation we will explore the physical, social and emotional benefits that community based programs, such as dance classes, provide to children of all ages with disabilities and their families. We will examine the evidence surrounding this and view examples of unique movement opportunities available locally. Attendees will also be introduced to recreational resources, camps and other programs available throughout the year.
Please RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/
Pediatric Mobility Group: Let’s move and play together!
Who: Children of all ages and abilities, accompanied by an adult.
What: A playgroup focused on moving with a bike, adaptive trike, GoBabyGo car, power chair, walker etc. We will have a play area and games.
Where: Legacy Emanuel Atrium. Park in Valet parking and we will help you unload your car.
When: June 20th, July 18th , and August 15th from 4-5pm
Cost: $15 total
Wheel to Walk annual fundraiser!
Free and Open to all Families! This family-friendly, youth focused event, is an opportunity to try several types of adaptive bicycle technology and devices that assist children in physical activity. We’ll provide a small, blocked-off location, adjacent to Harper’s Playground where families can gather to try out the adaptive bicycles, meet and share with other parents, and be a part of the Sunday Parkways spirit, while still having their own space to ride. Please bring a helmet (we may have a few on hand).
Every One Rides is a partnership of:
Providence Transportation Management Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation Portland Parks & Recreation Kerr Bikes Adaptive Rentals goBabyGo / Oregon State University Different Spokes Adaptive Sports NW United Cerebral Palsy Association Portland Hand Cycling Northwest Down Syndrome Association Providence Children’s Development Institute Swindell’s Resource Center AMBUCS: creating mobility & Independence for Oregon/SW Washington Portland Bureau of Transportation Adaptive BIKETOWN
NOTE: Please take public transportation if able, though free parking is available in patient parking at Shriners.
We are currently working on trying to do a live web stream as well, but are still working out the details. More information regarding possible web streaming to come with the RSVP.
Pediatric Mobility Group: Let’s move and play together!
Who: Children of all ages and abilities, accompanied by an adult.
What: A playgroup focused on moving with a bike, adaptive trike, GoBabyGo car, power chair, walker etc. We will have a play area and games.
Where: Legacy Emanuel Atrium. Park in Valet parking and we will help you unload your car.
When: June 20th, July 18th , and August 15th from 4-5pm
Cost: $15 total
Please sign up on http://www.legacyhealthevents.org/d/dgqsgf
For questions contact Felicity Case: (503) 413-2420 or fcase@lhs.org
Want to try a triathlon? Join us for the 2018 All Ability Tri4Youth, a fully accessible triathlon open to youth of all abilities ages 8 to 26.
This event is for everyone- with and without disability! Do you experience disability and want to try out a new sport or explore adaptive equipment? Great, sign up! Do you want to take part in an amazing opportunity and learn more about disability and inclusive recreation? Great, sign up! Are you a first time triathlete? Great, sign up! Are you a seasoned pro? Sign up! Are you a family looking for a fun event to complete together? You got it…Sign up!
Athletes will swim 50 yards, bike 2 miles, and run .5 miles on a fully accessible course, some using adaptive equipment and competing on their own or on a team. This is an event for youth of ALL abilities.
The All Ability Tri4Youth is a fun, safe, accessible event with an emphasis on inclusion and community building. From a triathlon course that has been successfully tested by youth to fully accessible facilities, great music, food, and lots to celebrate, participants will create lifelong memories on this special day.
Pediatric Mobility Group: Let’s move and play together!
Who: Children of all ages and abilities, accompanied by an adult.
What: A playgroup focused on moving with a bike, adaptive trike, GoBabyGo car, power chair, walker etc. We will have a play area and games.
Where: Legacy Emanuel Atrium. Park in Valet parking and we will help you unload your car.
When: June 20th, July 18th , and August 15th from 4-5pm
Cost: $15 total
Please sign up on http://www.legacyhealthevents.org/d/dgqsgf
For questions contact Felicity Case: (503) 413-2420 or fcase@lhs.org
Please join our Back to School OPEN HOUSE for Families & Educators! We will be in the Lab all day from 9am-5pm to connect with you, answer questions, and have some technology available to try. Light snacks, drinks, and fun provided.
There will be a live demonstration of our new 65″ Clear Touch Flat Panel display. Time for demonstration: TBD. Please email if you would like to join for the demo and if you have a preferred time.
See you there! All are welcome!
Please join us for the launch of our weekly OPEN LAB HOURS, Thursday September 6th from 12:00pm-5:00pm. Stop by to chat, ask questions about Assistive Technology or referrals/recommendations for disability related services in the region, and try out some AT! If you are unable to join, PLEASE CONTACT US to schedule a time that works for you.
Nossa Familia Coffee & Tea provided. All are welcome!
Walk, run and roll around the waterfront, raising money to support the UCP Family Support Department.
Please join us in celebrating the GRAND OPENING of our Seven Corners Collaborative! The building is a welcoming, universally-designed space for families and individuals experiencing disability and provides increased access to services, new technology, and community resources.
Meet staff from Community Vision and it’s new AT Lab, FACT Oregon, Community Pathways, Nossa Familia Coffee, NW Access Fund, and the Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities.
Come experience and see our ADA Interactive Kitchen, a model Interactive Smart Home, and more. All are welcome!
Annual fundraiser for Northwest Down Syndrome Association/ All Born In! At the Rose Quarter Commons- Main Ampitheater & Center Court
Join Community Vision at our annual Century Ride. All proceeds directly support developmentally disabled adults and their families. Ride routes for all ages and abilities: 100, 75, 45, 25 mile, and Family Ride. Adaptive bike clinic as well! Finish Line Party includes food, beer, and live entertainment!
This unique conference will capitalize on our statewide expertise and will include presentations for and by staff from Oregon Regional Programs, School for the Deaf, Oregon Technology Access Program (OTAP), and Regional and Statewide Services for students with Orthopedic Impairments (RSOI). Sessions will include instructional strategies, language and communication, social-emotional supports, mindfulness, positive behavior intervention supports, providing remote supports, supporting families, and assistive technology among many others. Sessions will be specifically focused on low incidence disabilities including blind/vision impairment, deaf/hard of hearing, deaf blind, autism spectrum disorder, traumatic brain injured and orthopedic impairments.
October 11th, 2018 | Keynote Keith Jones
Keith Jones is the Founder, President and CEO of SoulTouchin’ Experiences. An organization aimed at bringing a perspective to the issues of access, inclusion and empowerment, which affect him as well as others who are persons with a disability. Mr. Jones is also extremely active in multi-cultural, cross-disability education and outreach efforts and, conducts trainings (including train the trainer) with the purpose of strengthening efforts to provide services and information to people with disabilities.
October 12th, 2018 | Keynote Sarah Drinkwater
Sarah Drinkwater, Ph.D., is currently the Assistant Superintendent, Office of Student Services, Oregon Department of Education.
This annual conference brings together families, adults with disabilities and professionals for two days of speakers, workshops, and specialty vendors. The AT Lab will host a workshop on Emerging Communication Tools & Strategies.
