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Rehab Counselors Appreciation Day
In honor of National Rehabilitation Counselors Appreciation Day, we thank the amazing VR Nevada counselors who help hundreds of Nevadans with disabilities find jobs each year. We appreciate how hard you work on behalf of disability inclusion in the...
Disability Inclusion Award presentation to Saint Mary’s Hospital in Reno
We had the privilege of visiting Saint Mary's Hospital in Reno to present them with our Disability Inclusion Partner Award! A huge thank you to VR Nevada staff members Ken Pierson, Lori Caldwell, Gloria Chua, Mat Dorangricchia, and Mechelle Merrill...
In Memoriam for Allan McCandless, Rehabilitation Supervisor.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Allan James McCandless, a dedicated Rehabilitation Counselor, beloved colleague, and dear friend of VR. Allan’s impact on the lives of others spanned two decades, working in Oregon and Nevada...
Proud Partners of VR Nevada
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Success Stories
Walter Lauriton
Walter's journey is a powerful story of resilience and determination. After losing his job as a welder, he found himself struggling with addiction and homelessness. He had once led a stable life, but his disability cost him everything, including...
Polar Shades
Steve Mevius, owner and president of Polar Shades located in Henderson, Nevada describes what it's like to work with Vocational Rehabilitation. He has multiple employees from VR Nevada that work in Inventory Control....
Devin Belcher
Devin Belcher applied for services from the Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation (BVR) in May 2021. Devin was a graduate from Canyon Springs High School. Through counseling and guidance, Devin was encouraged to participate in a soft skills...

