Each newsletter issue, we will interview one of our team members from IDHHC. This issue, we’d like to introduce you to Amanda Windle, our Outreach & Client Services Coordinator in Victoria.
Do you know the difference between making your meeting/event accessible versus inclusive?
Jane, (name changed to protect privacy) was unemployed, and had been looking for work for about two years. She was finding it challenging to find work due to her hearing loss and the COVID-19-related economic turndown. In her job search, Jane also faced agism and discrimination; Jane has a foreign accent and found people would …
The Family & Community Services team are thrilled to spotlight Nolan – a remarkable Vancouver Island teenager. IDHHC has provided service to Nolan and his family for many years. The family committed to learning and using ASL, to attending workshops, and to supporting Nolan’s access to education and to the broader community. Nolan has matured into a confident, articulate and multi-faceted young man! He is now, in turn, working on contract with IDHHC as a Role Model for another young hard of hearing boy. Please continue reading to learn more about Nolan’s journey and goals.
The audiologists at IDHHC thrive on enhancing the listening experience of people with hearing loss in all facets of their life. With hearing aid fittings, we run tests and adjust programming to ensure hearing aids are precisely tuned to amplify speech and reduce unwanted background sounds. However, there may be unique listening scenarios where the …
Month: April 2022
Nice To Meet You, Amanda!
Posted: April 13, 2022 by IDHHC
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Each newsletter issue, we will interview one of our team members from IDHHC. This issue, we’d like to introduce you to Amanda Windle, our Outreach & Client Services Coordinator in Victoria.
Category: Community, Latest News
From Accessible to Inclusive
Posted: April 12, 2022 by IDHHC
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Do you know the difference between making your meeting/event accessible versus inclusive?
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Employment Success Story
Posted: April 11, 2022 by IDHHC
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Jane, (name changed to protect privacy) was unemployed, and had been looking for work for about two years. She was finding it challenging to find work due to her hearing loss and the COVID-19-related economic turndown. In her job search, Jane also faced agism and discrimination; Jane has a foreign accent and found people would …
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Client Spotlight
Posted: April 8, 2022 by IDHHC
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The Family & Community Services team are thrilled to spotlight Nolan – a remarkable Vancouver Island teenager. IDHHC has provided service to Nolan and his family for many years. The family committed to learning and using ASL, to attending workshops, and to supporting Nolan’s access to education and to the broader community. Nolan has matured into a confident, articulate and multi-faceted young man! He is now, in turn, working on contract with IDHHC as a Role Model for another young hard of hearing boy. Please continue reading to learn more about Nolan’s journey and goals.
Category: Community, Latest News, Stories of Impact
Music To Your Ears!
Posted: April 7, 2022 by IDHHC
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The audiologists at IDHHC thrive on enhancing the listening experience of people with hearing loss in all facets of their life. With hearing aid fittings, we run tests and adjust programming to ensure hearing aids are precisely tuned to amplify speech and reduce unwanted background sounds. However, there may be unique listening scenarios where the …
Category: Community, Stories of Impact
Spring/Summer 2022 Newsletter
Posted: April 6, 2022 by IDHHC
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Category: Community, Latest News, Newsletters & Updates, Stories of Impact