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January 2024

Michigan

Ned Stoller wearing and exoskeleton to demonstrate how it helps in pruning.Michigan AgrAbility staff attended the Great Lakes Fruit and Vegetable Growers Expo (GLEXPO) in Grand Rapids. In addition to showcasing low-tech AT, they demonstrated Levitate and Laevo brand exoskeletons, which caught a lot of attention from attendees. Ned Stoller is shown here demonstrating pruning during the Expo. Davenport University occupational therapy students conducted arthritis screenings for over 50 attendees and handed out heating pads to help alleviate joint pain. AgrAbility also sponsored a session at the GLEXPO about hiring and working with people on the autism spectrum.

Submitted by Samantha Wolfe