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Buy a loved one a subscription to V for Life.
V for Life is working to change the lives of older vegans and vegetarians. Supporters will become part of a community helping more and more people just like us stay veg*n for life.
To give someone the gift of V for Life membership, simply complete your purchase, remembering to include YOUR email address. One of our team will then get in touch with you for details of who you want to receive the subscription.
Visit our website to find out more.
New supporters will receive a copy of our Self-Advocacy Guide, outlining the laws that safeguard dignity and choices in care. They'll also receive a free copy of our supporters magazine, eBites, as well as a 10% discount on all items in our online shop.
Buy a loved one a subscription to V for Life.
V for Life is working to change the lives of older vegans and vegetarians. Supporters will become part of a community helping more and more people just like us stay veg*n for life.
To give someone the gift of V for Life membership, simply complete your purchase, remembering to include YOUR email address. One of our team will then get in touch with you for details of who you want to receive the subscription.
Visit our website to find out more.
New supporters will receive a copy of our Self-Advocacy Guide, outlining the laws that safeguard dignity and choices in care. They'll also receive a free copy of our supporters magazine, eBites, as well as a 10% discount on all items in our online shop.
Buy a loved one a subscription to V for Life.
V for Life is working to change the lives of older vegans and vegetarians. Supporters will become part of a community helping more and more people just like us stay veg*n for life.
To give someone the gift of V for Life membership, simply complete your purchase, remembering to include YOUR email address. One of our team will then get in touch with you for details of who you want to receive the subscription.
Visit our website to find out more.
New supporters will receive a copy of our Self-Advocacy Guide, outlining the laws that safeguard dignity and choices in care. They'll also receive a free copy of our supporters magazine, eBites, as well as a 10% discount on all items in our online shop.
Kick-start the new year with a flavourful, spice-filled adventure in our Vegan Curry Masterclass with Chef Claire. Learn to create vibrant, bold curries from scratch using fresh, authentic ingredients. Whether you’re new to curries or already love them, this masterclass will give you the skills and techniques to prepare delicious vegan curries that are sure to become household favourites.
Date: Tuesday 28 January
Time: 2pm
Duration: 1.5 hours
Limited places: Only 6 attendees per class for personalised instruction.
Discover the simplicity and flavour of plant-based cooking with our collection of one-pot meals. These delicious recipes require minimal prep and clean up, letting you enjoy more time for yourself or with your loved ones.
Save with our 2025 Veganuary bundle, featuring:
Vintage Magazine Issue number 4 of our popular 48 page yearbook magazine contains numerous features, one-off interviews and articles, and is designed to be kept and used throughout the year.
Vegan Rescue Pack Essential facts and inspiring recipes for those who cater for older vegans.
V for Life Banner Pen A special V for Life ball-point pen with a handy pull out. The pull-out details some essential information on what vegetarians and vegans choose not to eat. Black ink.
Issue number 4 of our popular 48 page yearbook magazine. Vintage contains numerous features, one-off interviews and articles, and is designed to be kept and used throughout the year.
Included in issue #4:
- Protein and a vegan diet
- Air fryers: worth the hype?
- Recipe ideas for vegan dog treats
- Nice and easy one-pot meals
- Vegan travel at any age
Cosy up in the kitchen this season with our special Autumn & Winter Recipe Bundle. Whether you're after hearty one-pot meals, plant-based twists on classic dishes, or delicious vegan bakes, this collection has it all.
What’s included:
- NEW One-pot meals guide – Easy, comforting recipes that save time and washing up.
- Veganising classic dishes – Enjoy all your favourite comfort foods, made 100% plant-based.
- Vegan baking guide – Indulge in tasty, cruelty-free treats perfect for the season.
Enhance your autumn & winter cooking with these simple and satisfying recipes. Grab your bundle today and enjoy the best of the season!
Three of our most popular advice and recipe guides for those looking to create simple, tasty dishes that won't break the bank or take a long time to make. Featuring:
1) Cooking For One a recipe guide specially created for senior vegans or vegetarians who cook for themselves. Includes advice on nutrition, a sample menu planner, and a guide to useful equipment.
2) Cooking on a Budget a 32 page guide packed with practical tips on smart shopping and creating dishes with cheaper ingredients. Includes advice on savvy shopping, planning, and storing food.
3) Take V one of our most popular guides, each recipe contains only 5 ingredients and is quick and easy to make.
Dive into the world of vegan nut-based cooking and fermentation with Chef Ollie. In this 1.5-hour virtual class, you'll learn to create delicious vegan nut cheese from scratch and explore other creative ways to use nuts in your kitchen, from pestos to snacks. Ideal for beginners and experienced cooks alike, this masterclass will introduce you to the exciting possibilities of using nuts in vegan cuisine.
Date: Monday 17 February
Time: 1pm
Duration: 1.5 hours
Limited places: Only 6 attendees per class to ensure personalised guidance.
A comprehensive guide showing how to use vegan, dairy-free alternatives to fortify food with calories and protein.
This colourful 24-page guide equips caterers with the knowledge they need to fortify foods for someone following a vegan or milk-free diet.
Packed with recipes, including light meals, mains, puddings, snacks and drinks, there are plenty of ideas and inspiration for fortifying dishes without dairy.
You’ll find the calories and protein calculated for each recipe; a table of protein-rich ingredients that can be used to fortify foods; and ideas for dairy-free fortification of snacks and drinks.
Chef Ollie Bragg who developed the recipes said: “Ensuring residents get enough calories and protein when appetite is low can be tricky. This can seem even more challenging when your go-to dairy fortification methods can’t be used. These delicious recipes will show you how to increase calories without compromising on taste.”
Master the art of healthy, quick, and delicious vegan cooking with Chef Justina’s Airfryer Masterclass. In this 1.5-hour virtual class, you'll discover how to make mouth-watering vegan dishes using your air fryer – perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re short on time. Learn to create meals that are full of flavour without the need for excess oil or complex techniques.
Date: tbc
Time: tbc
Duration: 1.5 hours
Limited places: Only 6 attendees per class for personalised attention.
- 11oz ceramic mug.
- Glossy white finish.
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- 11oz ceramic mug.
- Glossy white finish.
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- 11oz ceramic mug.
- Glossy white finish.
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- 11oz ceramic mug.
- Glossy white finish.
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
Proudly identify yourself as a vegan with this small pin badge. Designed to assist memory recollection for people living with dementia, and to aid carers to identify vegans at mealtimes.
- Strong enamel in gold-effect
- Green colour
- Light and not intrusive
- Size: 18mm
- Butterfly clasp
Proudly identify yourself as a vegetarian with this small pin badge. Designed to assist memory recollection for people living with dementia, and to aid carers to identify vegetarians at mealtimes.
- Strong enamel in silver-effect
- Lilac colour
- Light and not intrusive
- Size: 18mm
- Butterfly clasp
The definitive bundle of the absolute best seasonal recipes we have produced. Featuring 5 distinct and diverse recipe guides that bring together some of the most popular dishes from some of the most popular festivities throughout the calendar year. Included are:
1) Celebrate Burns Night and Valentine's Day
2) Celebrate St David's Day
3) Easter Treats
4) A Taste of South East Asia
5) Festive Delights
**Please use the drop-down menu above to select which national version of the guide you would like**
Are you confident about protecting your vegan or vegetarian identity and beliefs – now and in the future?
VfL's self-advocacy pack outlines the laws that safeguard dignity and choices in care. It details the steps you can take to ensure that you are cared for in line with your beliefs.
- Understand your rights as a vegan or vegetarian.
- Where to access support and information (care homes, legal, nutrition).
- Step-by-step guide to ensuring that your rights are respected in case of loss of capacity or cognition or when receiving care.
- Template letters to use if admitted to hospital or receiving care.
Proudly identify yourself as a vegan with this comfortable yet durable wristband. Designed to assist memory recollection for people living with dementia, and to aid carers to identify vegans at mealtimes.
- Easy to put on and take off
- Green colour
- Light and not intrusive
- Strong silicone
- Inset text for longevity
Proudly identify yourself as a vegetarian with this comfortable yet durable wristband. Designed to assist memory recollection for people living with dementia, and to aid carers to identify vegetarians at mealtimes.
- Easy to put on and take off
- Lilac colour
- Light and not intrusive
- Strong silicone
- Inset text for longevity
When planted under a thin layer of soil, these colourful birthday cards will sprout into wildflowers after 10 days. Proceeds from the sale of this card support VfL's vital work.
Made from seed card, a post-consumer paper waste and 100% biodegradable seed-embedded card and printed with vegan-friendly inks.
Card size: 10.5cm x 14.6cm
Embossed envelope size: 11.4cm x 16.2cm
Material: 100% cotton.*
- Pre-shrunk.
- Seamless twin needle collar.
- Taped neck and shoulders.
- Twin needle sleeves and hem.
- Tubular body.
Most Gildan products are manufactured with two labels in the neck, but only one can be removed when a printed label is opted for. The second label contains the required legal information so it has to remain unremoved.
Weight:
- White 193gsm.
- Colours 203gsm.
*Ash 99% cotton/1% polyester.
**Dark Heather, Heather Cardinal and Heather Navy 50% cotton/50% polyester.
***Sport grey 90% cotton/10% polyester.
Material: 80% ringspun cotton/20% polyester.
- Drop shoulder style.
- Stylish fit.
- Soft cotton faced fabric.
- Taped neck.
- Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem.
- Twin needle stitching.
- WRAP Certified Production.
Weight: 280 gsm
Material: 80% ringspun cotton/20% polyester.
- Drop shoulder style.
- Stylish fit.
- Soft cotton faced fabric.
- Taped neck.
- Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem.
- Twin needle stitching.
- WRAP Certified Production.
Weight: 280 gsm
Material: 80% ringspun cotton/20% polyester.
- Drop shoulder style
- Stylish fit.
- Soft cotton faced fabric.
- Taped neck.
- Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem.
- Twin needle stitching.
- WRAP Certified Production.
Weight: 280 gsm
Material: 80% ringspun cotton/20% polyester.
- Drop shoulder style.
- Stylish fit.
- Soft cotton faced fabric.
- Taped neck.
- Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem.
- Twin needle stitching.
- WRAP Certified Production.
Weight: 280 gsm
Material: 80% ringspun cotton/20% polyester.
- Drop shoulder style.
- Stylish fit.
- Soft cotton faced fabric.
- Taped neck.
- Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem.
- Twin needle stitching.
- WRAP Certified Production.
Weight: 280 gsm
A special V for Life ball-point pen with a handy double-sided pull-out. The pull-out details some essential information on what vegetarians and vegans choose not to eat, and the food groups that should be included in a weekly food plan.
Black ink.
Material: 100% soft touch acrylic.*
- Double layer knit.
- Cuffed design for optimal decoration.
*Heather 55% polyester/45% acrylic
Discover how to create a range of tasty vegan bakes – from light, airy sponges, to traditional puddings, and eggless meringue.
Essential facts and inspiring recipes for those who cater for older vegans
If you are about to begin catering for an older vegan person you might be feeling slightly apprehensive and have many questions running through your mind. We have put together this Vegan Rescue Pack to support you. We're sure that in no time at all you will feel confident and become a happy vegan cook!
Primary Audience:
- Chefs working in the care sector
- Community carers working in domiciliary care
- People looking after an older family member
- People who are keen to cater well for an increasingly diverse range of diets
- Individual older vegans
Includes an overview of veganism, nutritional advice, store cupboard essentials, a vegan 4-week menu planner and recipes covering breakfast, mains and dessert.
Fourteen tasty, traditional and classic dishes to inspire those new to vegan catering.
Featuring a wide variety of classic recipes that have been 'veganised', from Cottage Pie to Moussaka, from Lancashire Hotpot to Eton Mess. Catering for people with vegan diets doesn't have to mean learning strange and complicated new dishes. With a few substitutions and easy techniques perfected by our own professional chef team, you can adopt some traditional favourites with ease.
Keep hold of important documents, cards, money or work passes with our Vegetarian for Life printed lanyards. Includes a keyring to make it practical for frequent use.