Michael Howe
Social Media | Marketing and Events Manager
British Sign Language Communication Support
Assistant
Background Information
I grew up in Slough and I was 3 months premature. I am half Canadian.
How did you come to choose to work alongside the Deaf /Deafblind?
After ten years in my working career, I was ready for a change and I want to help others now. I have become very empathic in my late twenties and I want to actually make a difference.
Hobbies and Interests
I love my dogs, baking, cooking, hiking and boating. There is nothing better than being on the river.
What relevant qualifications do you possess?
BSL Level 1.
Preferred method(s) of communication
Speech.
Training
I am currently on numerous training courses online via Care Skills Academy.
What’s your favourite colour?
Cosmic Blue.
Tell me an interesting story:
I fell 15 feet and broke 3 vertebrates in my back last year and I can walk and finally getting back to my normal self.
My favourite thing is:
After a long week, doing everything work, chores and then sitting down on a Sunday to a roast dinner.
I don't like:
Snakes.
What frightens you?
Wasps and dieting.
Do you like Marmite?
Yes, whoever doesn’t are the weird ones.
Do you keep ketchup in the fridge or cupboard?
Fridge- apologies…. I just love cold ketchup.