Aaron works remotely as a programmer. In addition to programming and systems administration tasks, his job also involves meetings. He has hearing loss in one ear along with severe tinnitus.
“The tinnitus makes concentration difficult, something I already am challenged by with ADD. This is primarily an issue with programming where I work alone and need to concentrate for long periods of time,” he shares.
His hearing clinic referred him to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for help funding a hearing aid. He applied and was quickly approved, allowing him to get the hearing aid he needs for work. He has already noticed a big difference on the job.
“The hearing aid has helped substantially with the tinnitus,” he explains. “It is far less severe.”
Aaron recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services to others, particularly appreciating the service he received from WorkBC Assistive Technology Services staff.
“Suddenly losing hearing and coping with the challenges it brought on was stressful. I worried that the application would be challenging, adding additional stress. However, the process was very streamlined and quick. The full process was laid out to me from the start, and there were no surprises along the way,” he shares.
“I appreciated that there was always someone available to assist with every step of the application processes. Everyone I talked to at ATS was extremely responsive and helpful. [. . .] The team made it feel easy. Thanks everyone!”
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services is operated by Neil Squire. Assistive Technology Services are available to individuals who have a work-related barrier due to a disability or a functional limitation. This may include barriers related to traveling to and from the workplace.
Questions about WorkBC Assistive Technology Services? Need help applying? Contact us: 1-844-453-5506 or info-ats@workbc.ca
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