About

Supporting Advocates in Leadership (SAL)

Supporting Advocates in Leadership (SAL), formerly Supportive Apartment Living, has been in operation for 30+ years in Nanaimo, BC. In 2023, Richard Chisholm became the CEO and Administrator of SAL which continues to support adults with diversabilities. SAL is funded by Community Living BC (CLBC). Referrals to SAL are made through CLBC Nanaimo.

Meet Team SAL

Richard, Gwen and Cheyanne are passionate about supporting people with diversabilities to live independent and empowered lives. Together, we work as a team to find out what people truly want and help them achieve their goals and dreams. Whether it’s to find supportive housing, disability services, employment, community activities, form friendships or inspire others, Team SAL bridges people to the services they need and helps them to not just live independent lives but to thrive and become active members of society.

Team SAL Richard, Gwen (L) & Cheyanne