Support Vela by Renewing your Membership or Becoming a Member Being a member of Vela Canada is a simple and impactful way to support Vela and the individuals and families we work with. A Vela Membership allows us to continue our work by enhancing an inclusive society, creating Microboards for children, helping families transition their
New Person Centred Societies Policy and Contracting Framework A new policy and contracting Framework for Person Centred Societies (this includes Microboards) has been launched and will be implemented throughout 2025 as contracts are renewed. An overview of the Framework will be presented through online modules by Vela Canada and Community Living BC (CLBC) and is
Donate to Support the Formation of Children’s Microboards This holiday season we are asking for your help to create and maintain Microboards for children with disabilities. Microboards, small groups of family, friends, and advocates, are proven ways to create sustainable, person-centered support systems. They allow children with disabilities to live meaningful, inclusive lives and grow
One-to-one Human Resources and Administrative Support HR Connect is Vela’s newest program that offers one-to-one human resources and administration support for Microboards, Individualized Funding Agents, and Person Centred Societies. Our program was created to assist with the demands of human resources and administrative responsibilities that come along with the self-directed support options. Program Benefits: Free
Luke Verhoeff’s Journey with Individualized Funding Luke Verhoeff lives in Kamloops, British Columbia, with his family. Luke is a vibrant individual with diverse interests. Despite navigating the challenges of apraxia/dyspraxia, which affect his ability to speak, Luke has a lot to share with the world and is on a mission to communicate his interests and
The Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP) is nearing the release of its new online system and recently sent out another email about the upcoming changes with some additional clarity added for those who won’t be using the online portal platform. Please review the updates below: Microboards and Individualized Funding Users For Microboards and Individualized Funding
You’re Invited to Vela’s Annual General (AGM) Meeting You’re invited to Vela Canada’s Annual General Meeting (AGM). Attending our AGM is an opportunity to show your support for Vela and be involved in Vela’s goals and direction. If you are a Vela member, you will have an opportunity to vote for changes happening with Vela
~ Please find the most current information about the Criminal Review Program here (updated June 2024) ~ The Criminal Records Review Program (CRRP) is going through some updates and recently sent out an email about the upcoming changes. Please review the updates below: Microboards and Individualized Funding Users For Microboards and Individualized Funding users, there
In My Own Words by Jiwan Dhanoa My name is Jiwan Dhanoa. With the help of Vela and my family, I set up my Microboard which I have been using to manage the support services I receive from Fraser Health. Having my Microboard has meant my home life and support services have been stable and
Support Vela by Renewing your Membership or Becoming a Member Every year we send out a reminder to our members asking them to renew their membership. This year we are asking members to renew their membership, but also asking past members and future supporters to consider signing up for a membership or to provide a
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