Assistive Technology Services Helps Kevin Grow His Business
With his company, Society Wheelchairs Ltd, Kevin designs and manufactures custom wheelchairs — alleviating pain and other seating issues — for his clients.
“There’s No Frustration Anymore,” says Walter About His Smartphone
“I’m a quadriplegic,” says Walter. “I use a mouth stick and voice recognition software on my computer, which works great. When it came to my phone – Siri’s great, but it’s a love/hate relationship.” Looking for a way to be more productive with his iPhone, Walter joined TELUS’ Tech for Good™(new window) program in collaboration with […]
Darlene Finds A Solution to Her Hearing Loss
Darlene is a senior who works as an associate at a dollar store in Sidney; her duties include working the till and the stocking shelves. She has from hearing loss in both ears. “It is difficult for me to hear and understand responses from customers and to fully understand direction from supervisors,” she shares.
Nelson and Shawna Can Communicate Every Day with the LipSync
“We phone each other each night. Plus, she’s able to phone other people she knows, so she’s not as isolated.”
Paula Finds “Meaningful Employment”
“My anxiety and depression wanted me to believe that I would have no chance of getting a job that would be best suited to my abilities, much less jobs that I would not be qualified for.”