Clients 

Eligibility requirements for potential clients: 

Applicant Must: 
Have a developmental disability 
Be at least 18 years of age, and be a resident of Cabarrus, Rowan, Davie, Stanley or Union County 
Be ambulatory and possess self-help skills in eating and toileting, and reasonable accommodations
Be screened by Cardinal Innovations Healthcare Solutions
Have a current medical and psychological report, as well as documentation indicating guardianship 
Be willing to participate


A Day at Rowan Vocational Opportunities: 

  • 8:30 a.m.: Clients clock in and report to department for training
  • Mid-Day: Clients eat packed lunches (vending machines and microwaves are available) 
  • Afternoon: Clients return to departments for additional training
  • 3:30 p.m.: Clients depart workshop to return home 

Each client has the opportunity to earn a bi-weekly paycheck. 
Each client's support team assists the client in choosing the program which best meets his/her needs. Program options are discussed during the intake process.

RVO offers admission into our programs and equal opportunities to all persons without regard to 
race, color, religion, age, marital or veteran's status, gender, national origin, or any other legally protected status.