Balance Returns to Fiona’s Life
Fiona is a professional engineer. Communication is key at her job. However, she has moderate to severe hearing loss in both ears.
“I Just Wouldn’t Have Been Able to Learn That Stuff Myself,” Peggy’s Newfound Computer Skills Help Her Find a Job
Peggy had over 20 years of experience as an industrial butcher, but when she lost much of her ability to walk due to diabetes, she had to get out of the industry.
“I Did Not Realize How Much I Was Missing,” Julia Stays in Tune With New Hearing Aids
“Without hearing aids, I would be quite ineffective at my job. Singing is something I have learned to be able to do with or without my hearing aids.”
Maker Fawzan Hussain to Receive BC Medal of Good Citizenship
Longtime maker Fawzan Hussain was announced as one of 14 British Columbians who will receive the Province’s Medal of Good Citizenship.
Fort St John Chapter Making a Big Impact in Their Community and Beyond
Since fall, Makers Making Change has sent over 50 demo kits — containing a variety of 3D printed assistive devices — to targeted hospitals, rehab centres, libraries, and programs that work with people with disabilities throughout Canada. In all, over 450 devices have been delivered through the kits.