N.S. disability rights advocate moves out of nursing home and into a condo
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After 10 years living in a nursing home and tireless advocacy from Jen Powley and Independent Living Nova Scotia, Vicky Levack finally has been able to move into a condo.
It’s been a long road of advocacy, in particular for Jen Powley and Independent Living Nova Scotia. But their work has finally paid off.
On Monday, Vicky Levack, a well-known advocate for disability rights and housing, moved into a condo.
“Today, I got to officially leave the institution for good,” Levack says.
She’s been living in Arborstone Enhanced Care for 10 years. The Shannex nursing home is one of a select few in the province offering long-term care for young adults living with disabilities.
Levack, who has been a vocal supporter for homeless people in Halifax, says even the little things will make a big difference.
“They told me there’d be somebody here to help me paint my nails,” she says. “That’s a little thing. It’s not really important, but it’s nice because it’s the only makeup I really wear.”
But her main excitement comes from finally being able to live in the community.
Levack credits both Powley, an author and former municipal council candidate, and Independent Living Nova Scotia for her move.
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