“I No Longer Have to Guess What People Around Me Are Saying”
John works as a chef at a private school in Vancouver, providing food for about 1,000 students. He has severe hearing loss in both ears.
Queen’s University Students Take on a Makers Making Change Design Sprint
Earlier this year, students from Queen’s Biomedical Innovation Team (QBiT) and Queen’s BioMechatronics Team (QBMeT) at Queen’s University took part in a design sprint with Neil Squire’s Makers Making Change program.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services “Made a Significant Difference in My Ability to Perform My Job Effectively and Safely”
Ihor came to Vancouver about a year ago as a displaced Ukrainian. He soon found work as a prep cook and dishwasher at a local Ukrainian restaurant, taking pride in his new job. However, he was recently diagnosed with hearing loss in both ears and tinnitus, which was making his job more difficult.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services “Has Given Me the Opportunity to Feel More Confidence”
Denise works for a supportive housing program in Kelowna as a Home Support Worker, serving a diverse population, including persons with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and trauma. She was recently diagnosed with hearing loss in both ears.
“I’m Excited About What My Future May Hold”
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services has been helping Hailey get the assistive technology she needs as she works to find employment. Hailey has cerebral palsy, which makes her speech soft and she uses a power wheelchair.