AOTA is committed to ensuring that AOTA INSPIRE 2026 | Annual Conference & Expo is a fully inclusive and accessible experience for all participants. Our goal is for every attendee—regardless of ability—to fully participate in all scheduled sessions, events, and activities.
Designated accessible restrooms will be located in both the Anaheim Hilton and the Anaheim Convention Center.
Front-row seating in session rooms will be reserved for attendees with visual or hearing access needs.
See Live Captions and CART Services below for more information.
All presenters use the AOTA accessibility-compliant presentation template. Presentations are reviewed in advance for adherence to accessibility guidelines.
Accessible parking is available in Car Park 1 (near ACC North) and Car Park 4 (near Hall D). Notify the parking attendant upon arrival to be directed to ADA spaces.
AOTA will schedule sessions near both lots for convenience.
Convention centers are large spaces. Please plan accordingly, as some sessions may require travel time between rooms. Similar sessions are grouped together to make navigation easier, and distance markers are included on signage around the convention center.
Private, comfortable spaces for nursing parents will be available in both the Anaheim Hilton and the Anaheim Convention Center.
A quiet, designated prayer room will be located within the Anaheim Convention Center.
A low-stimulation environment will be available for those needing a sensory break. We also recommend bringing earplugs or headphones for added comfort.
Service animals can enjoy outdoor breaks in the lawns located near the Arena (Grassy Knolls).
Menus are designed to meet diverse dietary needs. Available options include dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, Kosher, and Halal.
Live captioning will be provided for all general sessions. Requests for CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) or ASL interpreters must be submitted by March 26, 2026, to ensure local agency availability. You can request these services during the registration process in the required accessibility question.
AOTA does not provide interpreters or transcriptionists on-site without prior arrangement. All arrangements must be requested no later than four weeks prior to the conference start date.
Wheelchair and scooter rentals are available locally and on-site:
The AOTA Conference hotels are located approximately 10–15 miles from John Wayne Airport (SNA), Orange County. Please visit the airport website for additional accessibility information.
Both Lyft and Uber service Anaheim area hotels and the convention center, offering accessible ride options including ADA-compliant vehicles.
All AOTA-approved hotels are within easy walking distance of the Anaheim Convention Center and have been evaluated by an occupational therapist to ensure compliance with ADA Title III standards.
The following hotels offer ADA rooms:
The deadline to reserve your discounted hotel room is Thursday, March 12, 2026.
For any questions or on-site assistance, visit the Information Booth in the Foyer of Halls A and B, Anaheim Convention Center, or email conference@aota.org prior to arrival. Inquiries are reviewed by the Meetings and Events team and the Accessibility Chair of the Local Conference Committee.
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