Even after nine surgeries, Hirschman still faces the possibility of losing his foot. Since he uses heavy farm equipment and can't walk long distances, working the way he did before is out of the question. To keep the rural lifestyle they love, Hirschman and his wife Pat needed a new way to support their family. With help from agencies like Vocational Rehabilitation and AgrAbility, they are doing just that. Voc Rehab's focus is employment for people with disabilities, so Mitchell meets with people who need specialized services beyond what's offered to the general public at the Workforce Development office.
W orking together is nothing new for folks in Norfolk.
Since employment is the goal for both Vocational Rehabilitation and Workforce Development, the local offices in Norfolk have pooled resources for years. This cooperation brings resources together to make sure everyone who walks in the door gets the best service possible.