01/29/2026
How can we use assistive technology to help seniors and people with disabilities live more independently at home—safely, with dignity, and at scale? What challenges must be addressed to enable it? What is the Commonwealth of PA’s “Tech First” focus, and what opportunities does that present?
Join 412 Ability Tech at our first in-person event of 2026 to tackle these questions, collaborate, and network with fellow service providers, advocates, and assistive technology professionals.
Sponsored by Arc Human Services and Inglis and hosted by Arc at their Canonsburg, PA headquarters.
Safe AT Home: Exploring Tech First Opportunities Supporting Independent Living for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities
Date: Monday, March 3, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM, with light lunch and networking to follow
Location: Arc Human Services
111 West Pike Street, Canonsburg, PA 15317
This first convening will:
Build a shared understanding of PA’s “Tech First” movement and how it applies to independent living, housing, and support models. Featured speaker: Bekah Nesbitt of TechOWL and CLASS
Highlight real-world examples of assistive and smart-home technologies in use at Arc Human Services’ and other organizations
Use facilitated breakout sessions to surface and prioritize the top barriers and opportunities our regional community is best positioned to address
Identify 2–3 priority issues that can drive ongoing collaboration and shape a second, deeper-dive in‑person convening later in 2026
Who should attend:
Service providers and disability organizations
Assistive technology innovators and entrepreneurs
Advocates, funders, and leaders focused on seniors and/or individuals with disabilities
Space is limited to preserve interaction and breakout work. Join us!
👉 RSVP: https://luma.com/oqo9wj5v