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Through WorkBC Assistive Technology Services, Trina got an ergonomic assessment and received guidance on equipment for her workstation, and adaptive computer equipment, as well as help setting it up. WorkBC Assistive Technology Services provided funding for the purchase and installation of a wheelchair lift, as well as a gel wrist pad.
“Prior to receiving these, I was unable to spend more than 15 minutes at a time sitting at a computer or doing paperwork. Sitting in general was very difficult for me. I was struggling as physical limitations were already limiting the type of work I could do and difficulties with sitting, etc., were making desk-based work very difficult,” Darren says.
“I am so grateful!” Michelle says. “I honestly know that I would not be able to accomplish this without the equipment I received.”
Zhu is currently taking online English courses to improve his command of the language as he looks for bookkeeping work. He has Spinocerebellar ataxia type 3 (SCA3), a condition that makes it difficult for him to put in the time to study and work towards employment.
While she was previously working remotely as a part-time tutor, Emily joined our Working Together program looking for work that fit her needs and offered more independence. She has ADHD along with sensory processing challenges.