Andrew works full-time at a grocery store in Victoria, where his tasks include pulling skids, loading milk trays, stocking fridges, as well as directing other employees. He has post-surgery right arm weakness, as well as right foot drop, making his job difficult at times.
His orthotics provider referred him to WorkBC Assistive Technology Services for funding.
鈥淚 received a right foot orthosis, that was much better than my previous one,鈥 he shares.
Andrew has already noticed a big difference at work.
鈥淸I feel] much less pain throughout the day,鈥 he explains. 鈥淸It鈥檚] easier to walk on [my] right foot.鈥
Andrew says he 鈥渁产蝉辞濒耻迟别濒测鈥 recommends WorkBC Assistive Technology Services to others in need. He noted that since receiving his orthotics, he had recently received a promotion at work to department manager.
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
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