Empowering Families
VELA's vision is to create a community where all families of children with disabilities thrive, starting with the parent first. Since 2011, we have focused on delivering programming built on best practices for empowering families, using innovative curricula that is both responsive to community needs and empathy-driven.
Who We Serve
50% Spanish Speaking
40% English Speaking
10% Other (Arabic, ASL)
55% Latino
30% Caucasian
8% African American
7% Asian
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Of families use Medicaid and are experiencing economic insecurity.
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Different Diagnoses represented including
Down Syndrome, Autism, ADHD, and More.
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Outputs & Outcomes
Our 2023 Impact at a glance
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of parents gain increased knowledge about their child's diagnosis
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of parents learn how to navigate medical and educational services
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of families access new resources and services for their child
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of families demonstrate a decrease in stress levels
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build a Parent Toolkit to build a team with special educators, doctors and therapists
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of families recommend VELA
