VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION

We, the Anishinabeg, the people of Odaawaa-Zaaga’iganiing, the Lac Courte Oreilles Band, will sustain our heritage, preserving our past, strengthening our present, and embracing our future. We will defend our inherent sovereign rights and safeguard Mother Earth. We will provide for the educational, health, social welfare, and economic stability of the present and future generations.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The LCO Vocational Rehabilitation provides culturally-appropriate vocational rehabilitation services to Native Americans with disabilities who reside on the LCO reservation and in Sawyer County. VR services are provided consistent with individual strengths; resources, priorities, concerns, abilities, capabilities and informed choice to assist individuals prepare for and engage in gainful employment.

ELIGIBILITY FOR SERVICES

A member of a federally or state recognized Tribe
Must have a physical or mental impairment which constitutes or results in substantial impediment to employment
Require VR services to prepare to enter, engage in, or retain gainful employment
Must reside on the LCO Reservation or within Sawyer County.

SERVICES THAT MAY BE OFFERED

Assessment of disability to determine eligibility
Vocational assessment
Career exploration
Job seeking skills development
Vocational guidance and counseling
Assistance in medical restoration
Assistance in obtaining Native Healing services

STAFF

You must dial the full number when trying to reach staff at the LCOVR Program. Due to being on a different network, we are not able to receive extension calls.

LOCATED AT

Located in the Lower Lever of the Old Trading Post Building
8558 N County Road K, Hayward, WI 54843
Main Line: 715-638-5161 | Fax: 715-634-9213

Office Hours: Monday – Friday | 8 am to 4:30 pm

Lac Courte Oreilles

Band of Lake Superior Ojibwe