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Andrea recently completed training to become a social and community service worker, and is looking for employment in that field. She has hearing loss, which makes it difficult to communicate without hearing aids.
For individuals with physical disabilities, accessing a computer often presents challenges, particularly with using a keyboard or mouse. Depending on the user, one of these devices might be easier to handle than the other.
“Now, three months later, I am successfully retrained and employed full time in the security industry, all thanks to the invaluable assistance from the WorkBC Assistive Technology Services program and my new hearing aids.”
The Makers Making Change Research and Development team is currently working on a number of projects this summer. Here’s a rundown of the projects in the works, and some opportunities for you to get involved.
Looking back on 40 years of impact, our Executive Director Dr. Gary Birch reflects back on his time working with Neil in the 1980’s, and on the importance of client centred solutions.