QFI News
BUTLER COUNTY INDIVIDUAL FINDS HAPPINESS AND SUCCESS IN QUEST FOR INDEPENDENCE’S ‘LEARN TO EARN’ PROGRAM
Cincinnati, OH (May 19, 2009) – Tim Rohrig, a Butler County resident with Cerebral Palsy, recently joined the Quest For Independence (QFI) “Learn to Earn” vocational program and quickly found personal and professional success.
Tim’s story is perhaps best told in his own words, “My name is Tim Rohrig, I have Cerebral Palsy. I started at Quest for Independence in December 2008. I made some new friends. I showed the QFI staff that I am a hard worker and was able to show my computer skills. I like getting a check; it gives me extra money in my pocket. I hope my experience at QFI opens doors for other people that are disabled. It shows people that we are willing to work and we are hard workers.”
Tim’s parents are very happy with the program and his success and Tim’s mom shared, “My husband and I are so happy that Tim got this job. Tim has a warm personality and loves to be around people. It shows the community that adults with disabilities can be valued members of society. QFI has offered him an opportunity to be challenged with new responsibilities and to grow socially. We are very proud of him!”
Tim’s Butler County SSA, Brenda Pulvere, had this to say about QFI, “It is rare that all the pieces fall together for the individuals we serve. I am proud of Tim’s determination and confidence. I am extremely grateful to the QFI staff and administration for accepting Tim into their family and allowing him to fulfill his employment dream. THUMBS UP QFI!”
For additional information about Quest for Independence’s “Learn to Earn” vocational program or Day Habilitation programs, contact Mitch Snyder at 513-682-1156.
About Quest for Independence
Quest for Independence was founded in 2005, after funding shifts at the state level in Ohio opened up to private providers the ability to provide day habilitation programs for individuals with developmental disabilities. Starting in 2006 with just two locations – in Worthington, and Cincinnati, Ohio – Quest for Independence has grown to 6 locations spanning southwest, central and northeast Ohio. Quest for Independence is recognized as an innovative provider of quality day habilitation and work programs, including supported employment, enclave and community work in group settings, and is part of ViaQuest Inc. For more information on Quest for Independence, visit QforI.com.
About ViaQuest, Inc.
Founded in 1999, ViaQuest and its business lines provide services for people with developmental disabilities, behavioral challenges and mental health disorders. ViaQuest and its business lines employ professionals and direct care staff at facilities throughout Ohio, Arizona, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The ViaQuest lines of business include ViaQuest Behavioral Health, ViaQuest Home Care, ViaQuest Hospice, ViaQuest Foster Care, ViaQuest Healthcare Central, Habilitation Services, Quest for Independence and SupportCare. The companies offer residential and outpatient services, day and vocational programs, and in-home care. For more information, go to www.ViaQuestInc.com.
