Venture Living

Venture Living Formerly known as VDACL/Venture Training. We advocate on behalf of and provide quality programs and services to people with developmental disabilities.

Serving our community since 1955. Vernon and District Association for Community Living is a non-profit, community based organization, serving persons with developmental disabilities in Vernon and the surrounding communities. Founded in 1955, VDACL is the oldest organization of its nature in Vernon. We serve over 200 participants, offer 13 distinct programs and employ over 70 qualified staff members.

Happy Sunday! 🌸We hope everyone is having a bright and colourful weekend! 🌼🌷 Enjoy this picture that made us smile 😊—pra...
05/31/2026

Happy Sunday! 🌸

We hope everyone is having a bright and colourful weekend! 🌼🌷

Enjoy this picture that made us smile 😊—practicum student Rylie and participant ET enjoying some time at Bloom Thyme Nursery during a recent community inclusion outing. Surrounded by colour, fresh air, and plenty to explore, it was a great way to spend the day out in the community.

Enjoy the rest of your Sunday and soak up the sunshine! ☀️

Earlier in May, Venture Connections spent the day at Davison Orchards 🐓🐐🍎Participants got up close with the animals—feed...
05/30/2026

Earlier in May, Venture Connections spent the day at Davison Orchards 🐓🐐🍎

Participants got up close with the animals—feeding goats, watching the chickens, and stopping to visit a very curious donkey. Time with the animals brought a calming, therapeutic element to the visit and was a highlight for many.

The cooler weather and farm setting gave everyone a chance to slow down and enjoy being out in the community together.

Thank you to Davison Orchards for the warm welcome (and to the goats, who were very enthusiastic about snacks).

The ACT crew wrapped up their first stop in Global Discovery: Passport to the World by exploring Canada as their first c...
05/29/2026

The ACT crew wrapped up their first stop in Global Discovery: Passport to the World by exploring Canada as their first country! 🍁

The group dove into music, sports, attractions, food, currency, and so much more—learning about what makes Canada unique. To celebrate, the group voted to make homemade poutine, and everyone got involved in bringing this classic Canadian dish to life.

Great teamwork, lots of learning, and a delicious finish to their learning journey through Canada!

Community Inclusion Tip 💙You don't need to be perfect. Openness and willingness to learn matter.Small actions can make a...
05/28/2026

Community Inclusion Tip 💙

You don't need to be perfect. Openness and willingness to learn matter.

Small actions can make a big difference in how welcoming our public spaces feel. This May, we’re sharing simple ways we can all help create more inclusive communities.

Participants from Venture Connections enjoyed a walk on the BX Boardwalk earlier last week 🌿Along the way, the group rea...
05/26/2026

Participants from Venture Connections enjoyed a walk on the BX Boardwalk earlier last week 🌿

Along the way, the group read about garter snakes and even spotted one sunning itself on the rocks of its den—turning a simple outing into a great nature discovery 🐍

Community Inclusion Tip 💙If you're unsure, ask politely. "How can I help?" goes a long way. Small actions can make a big...
05/25/2026

Community Inclusion Tip 💙

If you're unsure, ask politely. "How can I help?" goes a long way.

Small actions can make a big difference in how welcoming our public spaces feel. This May, we’re sharing simple ways we can all help create more inclusive communities.

We’re so happy to be back on the water with Vernon Adaptive! 🌊With May Long behind us and the lake warming up, it’s unof...
05/23/2026

We’re so happy to be back on the water with Vernon Adaptive! 🌊

With May Long behind us and the lake warming up, it’s unofficially official—water sports season is here!!

Earlier this week, a breakout group from Vital and Venture Connections spent a beautiful morning on the lake, paddling, relaxing, and taking in the views alongside the incredible Vernon Adaptive crew. Days like this are all about connection, fresh air, and making the most of everything our community has to offer.

As always, it’s a pleasure to partner with Vernon Adaptive—we’re looking forward to a full season of many more days on the water. ☀️🚣‍♂️

Community Inclusion Tip 💙Mind the noise. Quieter spaces can help more people participate.Small actions can make a big di...
05/22/2026

Community Inclusion Tip 💙

Mind the noise. Quieter spaces can help more people participate.

Small actions can make a big difference in how welcoming our public spaces feel. This May, we’re sharing simple ways we can all help create more inclusive communities.

Address

4240 Alexis Park Drive
Vernon, BC
V1T6H3

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 3:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 3:30pm
Thursday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm

Telephone

+12505422374

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