If you've found yourself suddenly working from home and you need assistive technology or supports to help you overcome a disability or chronic pain
Neil Squire Update: April 2020
Assistive Technology and Supports While Working From Home
We've Got You Covered
If you've found yourself suddenly working from home and you need assistive technology or supports to help you overcome a disability or chronic pain, we've got you covered. Whether it's an ergonomic desk, chair, or mouse, or more specialized technology to help you overcome a barrier, WorkBC Assistive Technology Services is here to help.
Learn more about the program by joining one of our weekly webinars. Our webinars run every Wednesday at 12:30pm PDT via Zoom.
Contact Marketing Manager, Nate Toevs, at natet@neilsquire.ca for more information.
Read our success stories to learn how British Columbians have benefited from WorkBC Assistive Technology Services.
Working Together Webinar Series
Register Today!
Beginning on May 5th, our National Working Together team will be presenting a series of free webinars designed to support:
Job Seekers with disabilities, injuries, or illnesses
People who face barriers and challenges to employment
Businesses interested in hiring or supporting their existing staff
The first in our series is on the topic of Ergonomic Safety While Working From Home.
When working from home, we often use a desk we already have or simply set up at the kitchen table. After a few days, we begin to develop pain or discomfort throughout our body. In this webinar, you will learn about maintaining safety while working from home. We will highlight the things you need to pay attention to when working from home and guide you through important considerations when setting up a work-from-home space.
“I am unable to do any physical work with my hands. My social life has become practically nonexistent since my accident and I am trying to find my way back,” says Denis who experienced an accident that left him with bilateral paralysis of both hands.
Denis began learning Dragon and Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint remotely from Gordon Watt, Distance Computer Comfort Program Coordinator. His goal was to prepare himself for a computer course.
“After being in physiotherapy for two years, Neil Squire provided me a starting point to relearning a skill,” says Denis. “It also provided me a transition point from home to school. I have gained a lot of confidence and self-assurance since starting the program."
“My fondest memory is the discussions I’ve had with Gordon. Sometimes I wished the classes would last longer than they did. Gordon’s knowledge of Dragon software started me using it on a regular basis and I have now become very proficient.”
Using these skills, Denis was able to complete his diploma with flying colours, scoring 92%. Now he plans to take another course in coding and advanced Excel.
With all of the disruptions caused by COVID-19, it can be hard to keep track of what’s happening in your community. Will my wheelchair basketball practice be cancelled? Can I still access adaptive technology when I need it? What about my sailing club or gardening group?
Rest assured, the BC SCI Community Services Network is still here for you during this challenging time and we look forward to connecting with you in new ways!
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