VisionQuest Program in Ohio

What is Education Alternatives (EA) VisionQuest?

VisionQuest is a unique transition program for students with disabilities. Designed for students in high school through age 22 for whom traditional academics are no longer the primary focus, this program can help your child become more self-reliant and learn important life skills.

VISIONQUEST PROGRAM GOALS

Independent or semi-independent living

Improved employment skills

The development of healthy habits

Community involvement

VisionQuest program qualifications

For a student to qualify for this program, students need:

To have a current IEP from a local school district
Be in 9th grade or higher
Have a need for living and skills-focused education

From skill-building and community engagement to independence and beyond

EMPLOYMENT

Students work on increasing their focus and work initiative through both on-site, student-run businesses and off-site opportunities with local businesses. These safe, supported environments build confidence and allow students to practice the building blocks of retail, food service, outdoor maintenance, and other industries. These soft employment skills help them qualify for and retain stable employment at their ability level when they graduate.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Students perform project-based problem-solving tasks each week that mirror common independent living and community skills. Common experiences include:

Basic wellness and safety tasks
Retail and grocery shopping
Leisure activities

INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS

Students perform project-based problem-solving tasks each week that mirror common independent living and community skills. Common experiences include:

Basic wellness and safety tasks
Retail and grocery shopping
Leisure activities

CONNECTION

We connect and prepare students and their families with the most appropriate adult service agencies and government support programs.

TRANSPORTATION

We work with families to determine an appropriate and sustainable transportation plan for their student’s unique needs.

Student businesses

With the support of EA staff, these businesses are run by VisionQuest students to help develop their job skills and serve the greater community.

PawPrints: a custom apparel shop serving EA and clients in the greater community
Chubby Cups: a small food service program supporting a weekly carry-out restaurant within EA schools.
GrEAt Outdoors Groundskeeping: an outdoor groundskeeping service