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On Sunday, October 17th, the Atlanta Chapter of Makers Making Change, led by Shepherd Center occupational therapist Jasmin Brumby-Smith, closed the Georgia Occupational Therapy Association Conference with a build-a-thon.
Naomi Beswick, a speech language pathologist in Edmonton, Alberta, was looking for a switch adapted toy for a child that she works with. A first-time requestor, perhaps it was fitting that two first-time volunteers answered the call.
Chronic nerve pain and fatigue made long days on the computer difficult for Judy, an outreach worker for a non-profit. She turned to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for help.
Through her work experience, Marissa says that she feels more confident in what she can and cannot do, more responsible, and better able to support herself.
With the help of computer skills she learned from our Digital Jumpstart program, Carmen has been hosting a retreat on her property. “I only opened up September 15th, but since then every weekend I’ve been pretty much booked.”