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.”
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Boosts Tanya’s Confidence in the Job Search
“This program has given me the ability to look for employment in a company and not feel like I will be a burden,” Tanya says. “[It] has helped my ability to use the keyboard less, sit in a comfortable chair and use the laptop to complete my training. As well, use my headphones to speak into [it] without using my hands on the keyboard or phone.”
Flip Writer AAC – A Communication Tool with a Twist
Flip Writer AAC is a communication app that is designed to be quick and easy to use. This is not the equivalent of a thousand dollar plus communication board, but instead the app is designed to provide quick, on the spot communication in a variety of scenarios.
Hearing Aids Help Maria Shine at Work
Maria works at a medical clinic in Richmond, and her work requires her to talk with patients in-person and over the phone in tight quarters with her co-workers. She has Tinnitus which can make it difficult to hear everything with the noisy environment.
Back to School? Neil Squire is Here for You
We know that not every teacher is aware of what Neil Squire does. Some of you may have never taught a student who required assistive technology, and some of you may be new to the profession. For that reason, we wanted to take some time to look at some of the services that we provide to schools in New Brunswick.