Haringey Shed is an inclusive performing arts charity based in the heart of Tottenham. They believe everyone has a part to play and creates performing arts opportunities for all backgrounds and abilities.
Velora has developed both personal and professional relationships at Haringey Shed. She has witnessed the development of her son attending their projects but also had been able to share knowledge with the expert team and wider networks.
With both Velora and Haringey Shed championing for inclusion and particularly autism awareness, Haringey Shed continues to support and be there as a resource for Velora and her continued research and publications.
Ashling Foat
Company and Volunteer Centre
Someone I work with spoke highly of you today @levySailsman. She spoke of your professionalism and kind nature you showed towards her son Ivan. I hope this brightens your evening ♥
Talisa Marie
@TalisaMarie2
Velora Salisman of Artildas Nursery made me feel quite welcome and I felt happy with the way my son was taught and cared for throughout his stay there. Her staff where very pleasant and caring to all the parents and kids. Thank you Velora.
Tokunbo Turner
It’s been an absolute pleasure teaching singing at Velora Autism Corner Youth Club. All the participants show great enthusiasm for music and are very eager to learn. It’s great to see an evident improvement in the participants’ singing skills and focus, both through their work on vocal exercises as well as singing a vast number of songs over a period of time.
The growth of confidence and communication skills is evident in the way the tasks are being completed, for example, how the participants take part in the decision making process both with picking from a number of exercises as well as taking part in choosing what songs they would like to learn and sing. It’s beautiful to see their engagement and willingness to work in a group.
Moving forward we will continue working on further improving the participants’ singing skills through vocal exercises and songs from a variety of genres, which also encourages self expression and building up of confidence through music. Elements of creative writing and songwriting will also be introduced as well as the incorporation of movement and exploration of other forms of art through music. I look forward to continuing working with Velora Autism Corner in the New Year.
Paulaa
Vocal Coach
www.paulaasinginglessons.com
I am one of the project leaders for the weekly Velora Autism Corner youth club. I deliver a session called Creative Exercise once a month. The sessions contain a mix of movement tasks that combine language, sounds, clapping, counting, tasks done individually and in groups as well as learning the basic steps of traditional Egyptian dance using props like veils or sticks. I am very impressed how Velora Autism Corner is run and managed. Moveta Sailsman and her team create a welcoming and safe atmosphere. Each participant is individually assessed and given proper support for their special needs. The communication between management and us project leaders is excellent and we are always well informed about the needs of each participant. Over the few sessions I have taught I have noticed how much the youngsters benefit from these weekly sessions. They become more confident and able to follow the tasks. By the end of each session the spirit and mood of each individual has visibly lifted!
I look forward to continue working with Velora Autism Corner at the youth club as well as possibly offering stress releasing movement sessions for the carers/parents of the youth and playing an appropriate part in further expansion and developments of VAC.
Juliana Brustik
Egyptian Dance Performer & Tutor
www.julianabrustik-dance.com
My name is Eileen. I have been a ETM step and aerobic teacher for over 20 years. I work with all ages, from primary school to the elderly. I love to see improvements in the body and how to maintain strength and balance.
I enjoy listening to all types of music and enjoy the feeling it gives you when you move to the music.
I met Moveta over a year ago and recently started working with VAC for a few months now. Everyone participates learning new moves from Zumba, Latino and basic aerobics.
The class is definitely a great time to just let yourself go and enjoy releasing happy endorphins.
Eileen
ETM Step and Aerobic Teacher