MISSION STATEMENT

Shuswap Association for Community Living creates opportunities and provides support to optimize the
potential of individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Who We Are:

The Association has been providing services, supports and housing for people with intellectual disabilities and their families since 1963.

Governance and Leadership

SACL has a volunteer Board of Directors made up of caring and committed citizens dedicated to the delivery of high quality supports and services. New Board members are elected at the Annual General meeting in the spring, and serve for a two-year term. The current President of the Board is Joan Sturdy (joan_sturdy@telus.net)

The 6 member Consumer Council provides advice and support to the Executive Director and the Board.

If you are interested in joining the board or becoming a member of the Shuswap Association for Community Living, please fill out the application form and e-mail to the President of the Board or the Executive Director.

Administration is comprised of the:

• Executive Director, Jo-Anne Crawford Email
• Program Director, Michele Weber Email
• Finance and Human Resource Manager - Penny Christensen Email

Our Funding Sources

SACL is a non-profit, charitable association. SACL receives funding from the BC government, through Community Living British Columbia (CLBC). In addition, SACL applies for grants and conducts fundraising events such as raffles on an ongoing basis. Donations are also accepted and are greatly appreciated.

Accessing SACL Support Services

Individuals who have been referred by CLBC are receiving services through Customized Employment or Individualized Funding.

SACL is a “Host Agency” for families wishing to participate in CLBC Individualized Funding program. The family, CLBC and SACL enter into a contractual agreement to provide services. SACL will assist you to hire, supervise, and if necessary terminate support staff. Families can be as involved as they wish.

Contact CLBC for planning supports and to discuss the Host Agency concept.

Community Living BC (CLBC) is no longer placing any new individuals in the following programs:

• Environmental Solutions
• Wood Shop
• Community Volunteer and
• Recreation.

Help Wanted

Are you looking for a rewarding and satisfying career in Human Services? SACL is hiring in all programs and services. Please provide a copy of your resume to 4590 10th Ave SW, Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3B5, fax to 832 1076 or jcrawford@shuswap-a-c-l.com. Click HERE for our PDF application form.

SACL
4590 10th Ave SW
Salmon Arm, BC
V1E 3B5
Tel: 250 832 3885
Fax: 250 832 1076
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