“Communication is Much Better,” New Hearing Aids Make the Difference for Amy
“My hearing is impaired,” Amy explains. “Without hearing aids, it is very difficult to hear instructions, communicate with patients, and understand what is required of me.”
“It Really Opened up Things for Me,” Assistive Technology Helps Rob in the Job Search
Rob has been looking for work as a writer. However, he was having troubles in the job search process as his computer wasn’t very usable, and he didn’t have the right software to allow him to navigate his computer very easily — he is blind and needs a screen reader to use a computer.
Johanna is Excited to Learn More Skills With Her New Job
In 2020, Johanna was diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and can experience both manic and depressive states. She was also diagnosed with ADHD and red-green colour blindness, and says that routine, repetition, and structure are needed for her to succeed in a work environment.
“I Am Able to Hear My Clients More Clearly,” WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Helps Sheila in the Workplace
“A couple of years ago I realized I was losing some of my hearing, and needless to say, this impacted my job tremendously as I was not able to hear the full conversation without a lot of ‘pardon me’ and ‘could you repeat that.’ Not only was this embarrassing, but it was taking me longer to complete a conversation.”
Digital Jumpstart Has “Really Opened the Doors to the World”
“I couldn’t really afford a computer,” Husein says. “I was using my phone all the time, but that’s not very practical.”