Paws With a Purpose
The ViaQuest Foundation facilitates the “Paws with a Purpose” program, which takes shelter dogs and rescue dogs, trains them to become Canine Good Citizens and Companion Dogs. The dogs are then placed in residential treatment homes, group homes, vocational centers, and with hospice caregivers to provide support and comfort for those receiving services.
Long-Term Success: The ViaQuest Foundation has placed 8 dogs into service since inception.
Developing Life Skills
Daily living skills are delivered through recreational activities that teach patience, etiquette, and building on success. Outcomes are measured using a scientific method using a Thinking Errors Worksheet. We educate people with disabilities through events such as our PGA Sponsored Golf training, annual talent show, prom, and Christmas Dinner for those who have no family.
Long-Term Success: For six years, The ViaQuest Foundation has served over 400 people with disabilities through this program. It was the very first program that the PGA and USGA ever implemented for people with Autism. Over $350,000 has been raised for this cause. In 2012, The ViaQuest Foundation was recognized as a Pillar of the Community by Medical Mutual.
Employment First Directive
The ViaQuest Foundation’s objective is to employ people with disabilities in meaningful vocational opportunities that pays at least minimum wage. Our mission is to enrich the lives of individuals facing intellectual, physical, emotional, and behavioral challenges by developing life and employment skills to successfully live independently in the community. We partner with private employers to provide meaningful vocational opportunities at one of our 8 locations across the state of Ohio or employment at a private employer’s location.
Long-Term Success: The ViaQuest Foundation has been able to partner with Fortune 500 employers to expand their diversity and inclusion programs to include people with disabilities. In addition, we have been able to create custom training programs to ensure career success.