“I’ve Gained My Confidence Back,” Douglas’ New Hearing Aids Make a Big Difference
Douglas works as a support worker at a treatment centre in Chilliwack. He has hearing loss and it was making it hard to do his job.
“[I’m] More Sure of My Abilities, and More Sure of What I Can Offer a Company”
Through Digital Jumpstart, Taylor received equipment including a computer, mouse, and keyboard, and received training in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Power Point. Working with Neil Squire staff on their job search, Taylor was hired by the Disability Foundation, a role that helped Taylor find confidence in their abilities.
Aliakbar Overcomes Employment and Language Barriers With WorkBC Assistive Technology Services
Since immigrating to Canada, Aliakbar has had a hard time finding employment. He faced a language barrier, a lack of Canadian education, and hearing loss.
Lynn Sets Her Business up for Success With Digital Jumpstart
Lynn is passionate about caring for seniors, with extensive experience working with clients in independent living homes. Now, she wants to continue working with seniors and performing respite care services as an entrepreneur in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
Happy Mother’s Day! Lisa Shows Her Love With Her Newfound Computer Skills
This Mother’s Day, we wanted to share the story of Lisa, a mother of three children in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, who joined our Digital Jumpstart program to brush up on her computer skills to maintain employment.