My name is Laura Swindlehurst. Many years ago, my ex-husband and I wanted to take greater control of our lives and decisions made for us/about us. We decided to create a Microboard with the help of Linda Perry from Vela. We wanted to be able to live on our own and be as independent as
Dear supporters, We are delighted to tell you that we have partnered with Will Power, a national movement to educate Canadians on the power they have to make a difference through their Wills. Can I Really Make a Difference with My Will? In short, yes. By leaving a gift to Vela Canada in your Will you can make a
Community Living BC (CLBC) is pleased to announce that they have created a more flexible respite policy for families. This policy incorporates learnings from how families used respite during COVID-19 and provides on-going clarity for families on the use of respite funding. The policy starts on October 1, 2021. In response to the community’s feedback, CLBC is
Chats with Vela are online video chats providing Microboards and Individualized Funding recipients an opportunity to speak with Vela staff about resources and current updates. These chats are an opportunity to ask questions, learn about current updates, and connect with other families who are part of the conversation. When Thursdays bi-weekly Time 7:00 pm (PST) Upcoming Dates:
December is the month of giving and for the next 12 days we will be sharing stories about families and their loved ones with disabilities who have been positively impacted by Vela Canada in hopes that you, or someone you know, will provide a donation, allowing us to continue the positive work we do. #giftofindependence
Vela is the latin word for moving forward.
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