Digital Jumpstart Helps Laura on the Path to Employment
Laura had been unable to work for 15 years due to pain and mobility issues from a herniated disc. She was looking to get back into the workforce and learned about Neil Squire.
Carmen Uses Her Newfound Computer Skills to Host a Retreat
With the help of computer skills she learned from our Digital Jumpstart program, Carmen has been hosting a retreat on her property. “I only opened up September 15th, but since then every weekend I’ve been pretty much booked.”
Digital Jumpstart Helps Somayeh with Her Studies
Through the Digital Jumpstart program, Somayeh received a laptop to help with her school. She also received one-on-one virtual tutoring in computer programs such as Word, Excel, and WordQ. In particular, she mentions how WordQ’s word prediction feature has helped with her schoolwork.
“I Feel More Confident to Apply For a Job”
Marie was applying for jobs, but she didn’t have the right equipment. “I did not have a laptop. I was using my phone, and it was very difficult to write resumes,” she says.
Hayley Experiences a “Renewed Sense of Community”
“I felt stranded and alone and scared. People throw around the word isolated when talking about COVID. I was truly isolated and Neil Squire was a lifeline to me.”