Sandra is looking for part-time work as an online ESL tutor. She has been receiving training through WorkBC Employment Services and is volunteering to get some experience in the field.

Recently, Sandra, who is in her 60’s and has multiple disabilities, found she was having a hard time hearing people on her computer during online courses, although she initially attributed it to technical issues. Eventually, a hearing test revealed that she has hearing loss, and she was referred to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for hearing aids to help her in her training and employment goals.

“I received hearing aids which allowed me to move forward with my training and employment plan,” she explains. “Otherwise, after six months of limited opportunities, [. . .] I was ready to give up.”

Sandra says she “absolutely” recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services, noting that the hearing aids have made a big difference as she undergoes her job search.

“Before, with audio on workshops, etc, I had my volume on maximum but still missed a lot. I even had a technician look at my computer to figure out why the volume was so low,” she shares. “[Now] I completed training, able to hear [my] instructor and fellow students online. I am providing tutoring as a volunteer online, which also is no problem.”

“Job searching has just started but got responses!”

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WorkBC Assistive Technology Services is operated by Neil Squire. Assistive Technology Services are available to individuals who have a work-related barrier due to a disability or a functional limitation. This may include barriers related to traveling to and from the workplace.

Questions about WorkBC Assistive Technology Services? Need help applying? Contact us: 1-844-453-5506 or info-ats@workbc.ca

Please visit www.workbc-ats.ca for more information about WorkBC Assistive Technology Services.

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