Project: VISIONS provides culturally appropriate vocational rehabilitation services to tribal members with disabilities who reside on or near the Hannahville Indian Community reservation. VR services provide eligible clients opportunities for economic self-sufficiency and independence through education and employment. VISIONS is funded by a federal grant under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and administered through the US Department of Education – Rehabilitation Services Administration.

Eligibility

  • Be an enrolled member of a federally recognized tribe 
  • Reside on the reservation (if you are not a Hannahville tribal member) or in Dickinson, Delta, or Menominee counties 
  • Have a physical or mental impairment that is creating a barrier to employment or education 
  • Have a desire to work and ready to pursue employment 
  • Require Vocational Rehabilitation Services to obtain/maintain employment 

Examples of Services Available

    • Vocational Counseling & Guidance
    • Transportation
    • Career Assessments
    • Appropriate Work Attire
    • Job Search Assistance (resume writing, completing applications, interviewing skills, etc.)
    • Post-Secondary Training & Education

 

           

          Carol Bergquist, Ph.D.

          Carol Bergquist, Ph.D.

          Director

          (906) 723-2580
          carol@hannahville.org

          Kasey Koster, MS, CRC

          Kasey Koster, MS, CRC

          Assistant Director & Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

          (906) 723-2582
          kasey@hannahville.org

          Steven Lesperance, MS

          Steven Lesperance, MS

          Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor

          (906) 723-2590
          steve@hannahville.org

          Sara Meshigaud

          Sara Meshigaud

          Employment Coordinator

          (906) 723-2584
          sara@hannahville.org

          Hannahville Indian Community
          N15750 Hannahville B-1 Rd.
          Wilson MI 49896

          Phone: 906.466.9933