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Most of us have experienced eye strain and discomfort as a result of reading text on a computer screen. Now, imagine how much that discomfort would be magnified for an AT user who struggles with reading comprehension or vision.
Neil Squire Society Workplace Ergonomic & Assistive Technology Specialist, Nadine Melanson, will be presenting on the topic of Assistive Technology & Ergonomics at the WorksafeNB Progressive Safety Days in Petitcodiac, New Brunswick. This is an English event.
Taking notes manually can be a frustrating and imperfect process. It’s often difficult to keep up with the speaker, and most serious note-taking sessions result in cramped hands and hastily-written, hard to read notes.
Anna is a Grade 11 student who is extremely involved in her community. She has been diagnosed with Down syndrome. Anna approached the Neil Squire Society because she wanted to work and had no prior experience.