Our Philosophy

Katie Partying We believe:

that relationships are the most important component of a person's life;
that all people have the capacity for self-determination;
that all planning and decisions made with or for a person must be based on his/her strengths, wishes, needs and interests; and
that all people have gifts to share with those around them and their wider community.

Our Purpose

We provide information and mentoring to individuals with disabilities and their trusted others by supporting them to take greater control of their lives. We do this by exploring ideas and options that can lead to customized, inclusive and creative supports and services. This includes walking people through the process of forming a Microboard™ and accessing funds through Individualized Funding.

Our Vela Constitution describes what Vela, the organization, does. Our Vela Bylaws describe how Vela, the organization, conducts its business as a society.

Our Mission

Our mission is to promote and secure innovative and individualized community options for people with disabilities.

We do this by providing:

support and encouragement to think about what a good life means to you;
person centred planning;
networking opportunities;
information and education;
facilitated problem solving;
service development;
budget creation;
negotiation support;
sample employment documents; and
assistance with paperwork.

We advocate provincially on the broader issues that affect those we assist. We work with like-minded agencies to enhance the lives of people with disabilities.