The Sanctuary® Model of Trauma Informed Care is a blueprint for change that creates a community, both within VQ as well as families, one that recognizes that trauma, adversity and stress impact us as individuals, groups and as a society. VQ has incorporated Sanctuary into our practices as a foundation that promotes safety, recovery and resiliency.

Equine Assisted Learning is a groundwork-centered, interactive learning in the dynamic presence of horses. EAL emphasizes the non-verbal relationships between horse and human. Participants are encouraged to closely observe and interact with the horse, in order to understand and challenge their own assumptions and habits.

Extraordinary Experiences are part of each young man’s journey through the program. This includes programming such as mountain biking, running and yoga, Quests that include camping trips, structured physical activity, and community service experience. Each experience provides multiple opportunities to process past and present emotions into a plan for an improved future. Some of these opportunities include training and participating in half marathons, triathlons and duathlons.