We provide equipment and devices to help individuals thrive in the workplace. A program funded by the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia.
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“I was able to get [funding] to help pay for most of my hearing aids,” Anthony shares. “[The hearing aids] help provide the confidence I need to have in my daily work tasks." #WorkBCATS
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“[#WorkBCATS] generously provided me with a pair of Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-cancelling headphones,” Sara says. “The support has had a markedly positive impact on my work life by helping me manage sensory sensitivities during my commute.”
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“The hearing aids have really helped with communication as a lot of my job involves phone calls and in-person conversations," Joanne shares. “Having these new aids enables me to continue working in my job.” #WorkBCATS
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“Thank you to the team who assisted me in getting help for the purchase of hearing aids,” Mandy says. “[It’s] made a huge difference in being able to do my job safely.”
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“These accommodations improve my ability to answer emails with ease,” explains Dawn, a bookkeeper. “[I] definitely feel more comfortable at work as I’m not getting as fatigued as quickly using some of these assistive devices.” #WorkBCATS
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Jamie has profound hearing loss. “[I have] constant anxiety going into meetings, if my phone rings, if someone comes to ask a question or talk to me."
Through #WorkBCATS, she received the hearing aids she needs to do her job.
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Last week, we had a great time at the 2024 @ASPECTBC Conference in Victoria. Picture 1: Tina, Leila, and Michelle sitting together. Pictures 2 and 3: Nate with Valerie Meaney and Jennifer from ASPECT. #ASPECTConference2024
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While her workload increases with new responsibilities at work, Eliana's new hearing aids received through #WorkBCATS help her stay on top of it.
“I would like to sincerely give thanks to [the staff] for [their] help and thorough guidance."
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Nand works full-time as a janitor. He has hearing loss, which can make it difficult to communicate. His audiologist referred him to #WorkBCATS for funding for hearing aids.
“They helped me pay for hearing aids, which helps me keep my job."
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