BURNABY, British Columbia, December 17, 2012 – The Neil Squire Society has launched a campaign to raise money for their Distance Computer Comfort Program (new window). The program offers free computer tutoring to individuals with physical disabilities across Canada through online learning.

“This program was life changing because I felt so secluded. Computers have opened up my world,” says Diane, a Distance Computer Comfort Participant, from Guelph, Ontario.

View the newest video about one individual’s success through the Distance Computer Comfort Program (new window).

Distance Computer Comfort Program

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Many of the participants typically live secluded lives, and have limited to no computer skills. Computer skills are essential for participating within the community and open up a world of communication possibilities. Having a physical disability already presents many barriers, so the opportunity to access the computer gives individuals the ability to reach beyond their physical walls.

Over half of the participants found employment, enrolled in education or a career program, or became a volunteer in their community. By learning computers through the Distance Computer Comfort Program, people with disabilities became empowered and included members of their community.

Click here (new window) if you would like to make a contribution to this valuable program.