Success Stories

Jeri Renshaw’s story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of the right support system at the right time. Her work ethic began early. At just 13, Jeri was already babysitting and helping her mother clean offices. By 15, she was gaining...

After spending 30 years in the dental field, Sharon Ann Gross reached a point where she needed a career change—one that would allow her to remain in healthcare while growing in a new direction. Through the guidance and support of Vocational...

Kerstin began her journey with Vocational Rehabilitation in May 2021, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. At intake, she held an associate’s degree and soon began pursuing her bachelor’s in graphic design at Sierra Nevada College in Lake...

Donna BatesBEN Operator Donna was born with Optic Atrophy, where the main nerve from the eyes to the brain is not operating at full capacity. While her mother aided her growing up, her greatest lessons to her daughter were in how to be independent...

Keon Mays began his journey with Vocational Rehabilitation in 2022, determined to rebuild his life after a devastating car accident that left him paralyzed from the chest down. Living with paraplegia, he primarily uses a manual wheelchair, but...

At 33 years old, Rochelle “Rose” Wilson has lived with epilepsy for as long as she can remember. Growing up, seizures and light sensitivity made everyday activities challenging, and finding employment seemed nearly impossible. Because of her...