University of Saskatchewan Student Teachers Build Rocker Switches
On October 10th, student teachers from the University of Saskatchewan worked together to build Rocker Switches for our #HackingForTheHolidays campaign.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Helps Ed Participate in Work Meetings
“I lost my hearing almost 10 years ago, which created many barriers and stress. It was very difficult to understand and interact during conversations,” Ed shares.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Makes Alan’s Work Safer
Alan works at a post office sorting plant in Kelowna. He has hearing loss, which made it difficult for him to understand instructions and affected his safety as he was unable to hear all the different moving equipment around him in the busy plant.
10,000 Devices Built for People With Disabilities: Makers Making Change Hits the Milestone at Build Event With Full Circle at Electronic Arts
We’ve hit a huge milestone — with the help of our volunteers, our community, and our supporters, we’ve built 10,000 assistive devices for people with disabilities.
“I Can Hear So Much Better,” New Hearing Aids Helps Rita Hear Customers
When Rita was looking for hearing aids, she was referred to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for financial assistance for the hearing aids she needed for work. Rita applied to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services and was quickly approved, and was able to get the much-needed hearing aids.