“I Feel More Confident Sitting Down With a Potential Employer,” Harry Boosts His Job Search With New Hearing Aids
Harry is currently looking for employment with the help of WorkBC Employment Services in Osoyoos. He has severe hearing loss.
New Hearing Aids Help With Michelle’s Promotion
“I feel more confident. Less anxiety. Now I can get more involved in conversations. I also just got a promotion, and this has helped so much,” Michelle says. “[I’m] able to hear the first time and not have to be worried I missed something. It has also helped with my balance as well.”
Freeman Hits the Right Notes With the Help of WorkBC Assistive Technology Services
“[WorkBC Assistive Technology Services] provided the specialized hearing aids I needed and which I couldn’t afford to buy from retail outlets,” Freeman explains.
“I Am Able to Continue Working Now and Supporting Myself”
“This equipment has been a gamechanger for me,” Joan explains. “I have now been able to complete a full shift with minimal pain in my shoulders and arms. Getting into my van after my shift is so much easier and I am in much less pain.”
“I Honestly Don’t Know How I Was Managing Before,” Vehicle Modifications Help Robyn Reduce Fatigue and Pain in Her Workday
“The disability supports have helped with the pain, fatigue and difficulty in doing my job due to the injury,” she says. “Having my vehicle modified to accommodate my disability has been invaluable as my job enables me to make ends meet. I honestly don’t know how I was managing before and don’t know how much longer I could have gone on like that.”