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“It’s much easier and more comfortable to hear, which means I can spend less cognitive energy on deciphering what just happened, and more energy on executing the unique skills and expertise that I bring to my workplace.”
Rebecca is known by coworkers, family members and friends in her town of Middleton, Nova Scotia for her outgoing and friendly personality.
Last year, Peter experienced significant hearing loss. “It was very difficult for me to get a job because I could not even conduct an interview,” he shares.
Volunteers from the Workplace Essential Skills (WES) Pre-Apprenticeship Carpentry Program, from Kingsclear and Oromocto First Nations, New Brunswick, raised money and adapted toys for children at the IWK Health Centre in Halifax.
Jason recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services to others in need, saying the accommodations have “absolutely” improved his ability to work.