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June 4, 2004
HONOLULU – The Tools for Life 2004 EXPO will be held on Oahu,
July 9-10, at the Blaisdell Exhibition Center. The Tools for Life EXPO
2004 is one of the biggest showcases on disabled assistive technology
in Hawaii and is sponsored by the Hawai`i State Department of Health
(DOH) Disabilities and Communication Access Board (DCAB) in partnership
with government, private and community agencies.
DCAB is offering travel scholarships to neighbor island residents
who would benefit by attending this educational event because it is
important that all who can benefit from these workshops and exhibits
are able to attend the EXPO. Approximately 30 travel scholarships for
the "Tools for Life EXPO and Seminars" are available for neighbor
island participants. Scholarships are for airfare only. Those
interested in receiving a travel scholarship are encouraged to call
DCAB at (808) 586-8121 for more information on where to get an
application. Scholarship criteria are listed below.
Scholarship deadline is June 25, 2004 and are available on
first-come, first-served basis. For more information Call: (808)
586-8121 (V/T).
The EXPO will provide information and hands-on displays of new
technological tools, civil rights information, and assistive services
to maximize independence in society. Exhibits will be FREE and
open to the public. Hawai`i residents with disabilities, family
members, advocates, and health service professionals are encouraged to
attend this educational event.
Tools for Life 2004 EXPO is made possible by the leadership of the
Hawaii State Department of Health – Disability and Communication
Access Board (DCAB), Assistive Technology Resource Centers of Hawaii,
and Aloha Special Technology Access Center. Sponsors of the EXPO
include the Hawaii State Department of Health, State Department of
Education, Developmental Disabilities Council, Easter Seal Society,
PDMI Care Hawaii Centers for Independent Living, Center for Disability
Studies, UH Manoa, and Access Aloha Travel.
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For more information contact:
Francine Wai
Disability and Communication Access Board
Phone: (808) 586-8121 (Voice/TTY)
Darcie Yukimura
Information Specialist, Communications Office
Phone: (808) 586-4442
E-mail: dayukimura@mail.health.state.hi.us
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