Accessibility

On-site Accessibility  and Requests

We are taking an active and intentional role in creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where all attendees have the opportunity to participate. While we aim to anticipate a wide range of access needs, we recognize that individual needs vary and individualized requests remain essential. For individuals with disabilities and/or medical conditions, if you require accommodations beyond the examples provided below, please specify accommodations you may require when you register for APA 2026, and a member of our team will reach out to gather more details and ensure we can accommodate your request. 

 

We ask that you  register by June 24 to allow APA adequate time to meet all needs. Reasonable requests made after this date will be considered. 

Examples of Accommodations Offered On-Site  

APA is pleased to provide a wide variety of services and resources for in-person convention attendees.  

 

On-site at APA 2026, you will find:   

  • Large-print maps of the convention center   
  • Direction assistance   
  • A lactation and medication/medical needs space with dedicated refrigerators and partitions for privacy  
  • A low-sensory/quiet room 
  • Charging for mobility devices available in the Accessibility and Disability Resources Space 

  

Additional resources are available upon request, including:   

  • ASL interpreters 
  • Assisted listening devices 
  • Manual wheelchairs and courtesy wheelchair service volunteers within the convention center 
  • Please note, manual wheelchairs and volunteers are not available for events outside of the convention center.
  • Sighted escorts for help getting to and from sessions 
  • Please note, escorts are not available for events outside of the convention center.  

Accessibility and Disability Resources Space     

In the Accessibility and Disability Resources Space, convention attendees can connect with services and support designed for individuals who identify as disabled (apparent, non-apparent, temporary, or permanent), neurodivergent, or as having a medical condition. This space also celebrates disability pride, recognizing disability as a valued identity and an essential part of our community. 


The Accessibility and Disability Resource Space is located in Exhibit Hall D.

About Individual Sessions 

APA encourages all session presenters at APA 2026 to make their presentations accessible.  We also encourage all presenters to upload their presentation materials to the APA 2026 app before the convention to enable attendees to download and/or print such documents to bring with them. Unfortunately, APA cannot provide slides or outlines in advance or transcripts of the presentations following the sessions. Presenters are given the option to upload materials in advance to the APA 2026 app, but we cannot guarantee all presenters will do this.  We encourage attendees to connect with presenters in-person or via email following the session to request materials.

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center 

The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is an accessible facility. This includes restroom facilities and elevators compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Service animals are allowed per ADA guidelines.  Learn more about accessibility at the convention center. 

Hotel Accommodations   

Please note that ADA rooms are available at APA contracted hotels when booking through APA’s housing partner, onPeak. From the onPeak homepage, select "Accessible Rooms” in the dropdown to see hotel options and room details. 

Your Time in Denver 

Virtual Sessions

The sessions available on the virtual platform will include live closed captioning. To see a full list of sessions available virtually, view the program.

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Feedback   

At APA 2026, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where all attendees may fully participate. We strive to remove barriers and address individual needs to ensure a convention experience that is respectful and accommodating for everyone.

We welcome feedback on how we can improve the accessibility of our convention. If you have any suggestions or encounter any accessibility barriers, please contact meetings@apa.org.