New Hearing Aids Help Kimberley Hear Customers on the Phone Easier
With help from funding by WorkBC Assistive Technology Services, Kimberley was able to purchase a new pair of hearing aids.
“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.
New Hearing Aids Make a “Night and Day Difference” for Steve
Steve works as a paralegal in the Lower Mainland. The job is front-facing and services-oriented — he is responsible for producing documents for lawyers that clients need, as well as interacting with clients. He also has hearing loss.