“I No Longer Have to Guess What People Around Me Are Saying”
John works as a chef at a private school in Vancouver, providing food for about 1,000 students. He has severe hearing loss in both ears.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services “Made a Significant Difference in My Ability to Perform My Job Effectively and Safely”
Ihor came to Vancouver about a year ago as a displaced Ukrainian. He soon found work as a prep cook and dishwasher at a local Ukrainian restaurant, taking pride in his new job. However, he was recently diagnosed with hearing loss in both ears and tinnitus, which was making his job more difficult.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services “Has Given Me the Opportunity to Feel More Confidence”
Denise works for a supportive housing program in Kelowna as a Home Support Worker, serving a diverse population, including persons with mental illness, substance abuse disorders, and trauma. She was recently diagnosed with hearing loss in both ears.
“Having New Hearing Aids Has Given Me the Confidence to Get Back Into the Work World”
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.
WorkBC Assistive Technology Services Helps Wanda Retrain for a New Career
“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.”