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  • Sarah's first office job

    Sarah's first office job

    In 2020 Sarah, a person we support from our Moray branch, applied and was hired to be a Junior Admin Assistant in the Cornerstone office. After two years of working from home, Sarah was delighted to finally be able to work in the office. Claire, Sarah's support worker at the time, tells us all about Sarah's journey. Read more

  • Callum's glider experience

    Callum's glider experience

    Callum from our Aberdeen South branch had the amazing opportunity to fly in a glider! Read more

  • Going the extra 11,000m for friends!

    Going the extra 11,000m for friends!

    Lindsey raised £2000 for her friends by challenging herself to walk 11,000 metres with her frame. In recognition of her massive achievement, Lindsey was named a winner of the Mary Williamson awards. Read more

  • Teresa's first overnight holiday

    Teresa's first overnight holiday

    In 2021 Teresa overcame her anxieties and stayed three days in Cornerstone's Jubilee house. To recognise her achievements, she was named one of the winners of the Mary Williamson Awards. Read more

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Stories from the people we support

We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

An egg-cellent Easter party

An egg-cellent Easter party

Our North Lanarkshire hub recently hosted an Easter event that was open to the public. It was an amazing afternoon with lots of stalls selling homemade crafts and plenty of treats and games. Cornerstone's Baxter Bear even showed up to greet people at the door. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 7th May, 2022

Updated: 12th May, 2022

20 years at Fairfield Road!

20 years at Fairfield Road!

Rena, Anthony and Douglas recently celebrated their 20th year staying at the Fairfield Road service in Dundee. They were joined by family, friends and people from other services who wanted to join in the celebrations. Read more about the event of the year below! Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 5th May, 2022

Updated: 12th May, 2022

Sarah's first office job

Sarah's first office job

In 2020 Sarah, a person we support from our Moray branch, applied and was hired to be a Junior Admin Assistant in the Cornerstone office. After two years of working from home, Sarah was delighted to finally be able to work in the office. Claire, Sarah's support worker at the time, tells us all about Sarah's journey. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 3rd May, 2022

Updated: 4th May, 2022

College in a pandemic - AJ's story

College in a pandemic - AJ's story

This year AJ has done an incredible job in his college course and has noticed a big difference between remote and in-person learning. He had found online learning a challenge but is having a great time at his new classes in person. To honour his achievements he was named as a winner of the Mary Williamson Awards in 2021! Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 3rd May, 2022

Callum's glider experience

Callum's glider experience

Callum from our Aberdeen South branch had the amazing opportunity to fly in a glider! Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 27th January, 2022

Updated: 11th April, 2022

Going the extra 11,000m for friends!

Going the extra 11,000m for friends!

Lindsey raised £2000 for her friends by challenging herself to walk 11,000 metres with her frame. In recognition of her massive achievement, Lindsey was named a winner of the Mary Williamson awards. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 14th January, 2022

Updated: 4th May, 2022

Lee's surprise trip to London

Lee's surprise trip to London

Lee gained lots of confidence when he signed onto a local football team as a goalkeeper. He was a runner up in the Mary Williamson Awards and was surprised with tickets to London from Santa and his support staff. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 13th January, 2022

Updated: 11th April, 2022

Overcoming a fear of masks during a pandemic

Overcoming a fear of masks during a pandemic

Kenny worked really hard last year to overcome his fear of wearing anything on his face area - including masks! To recognise his personal achievements Kenny was named a runner-up of the Mary Williamson awards. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 11th January, 2022

Updated: 11th April, 2022

James's Riverdance experience

James's Riverdance experience

James who is supported by our Scottish Borders branch had the incredible experience of seeing the Riverdance in Edinburgh. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 4th January, 2022

Updated: 29th March, 2022

Teresa's first overnight holiday

Teresa's first overnight holiday

In 2021 Teresa overcame her anxieties and stayed three days in Cornerstone's Jubilee house. To recognise her achievements, she was named one of the winners of the Mary Williamson Awards. Read more

Posted to: Stories from the people we support

We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 14th December, 2021

Updated: 12th May, 2022

Kirsten's first ever holiday!

Kirsten's first ever holiday!

Kirsten worked really hard in 2021 to overcome her fears and go on her first holiday. For this achievement she was named a winner in the Mary Williamson Awards. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 10th December, 2021

Updated: 6th May, 2022

Future nurse in the making

Future nurse in the making

Kayla, who is supported in the Scottish Borders, has been working hard to achieve her dream of being a learning disability nurse. For all her hard work she was named as one of the winners of the Mary Williamson Awards. Read more

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We work closely together with individuals and families to agree what kind of care and support best meets their own needs. Read some of inspiring stories kindly shared by the people we support, to find out more about the difference person-centred, Cornerstone care makes. 

Published: 10th December, 2021

Updated: 18th April, 2022

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  • Support worker to lead practitioner - Erin's Story

    Support worker to lead practitioner - Erin's Story

    Erin Torrie initially joined Cornerstone as a support worker within a Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities Service and has recently been appointed the role of lead practitioner. Read about her experience in her new role.

  • Lesley de Jager

    Lesley de Jager

    A short biography of Director of People and Culture, Lesley de Jager

  • Cornerstone News Spring 2022

    Cornerstone News Spring 2022

    Read all about what the people we support and our colleagues across the country have been up to over the last few months.

  • Learning Disability Week at Cornerstone

    Learning Disability Week at Cornerstone

    Cornerstone was delighted to take part in Scottish Learning Disability Week, hosted by the Scottish Commission for People with Learning Disabilities (SCLD), running from the 2nd – 8th May 2022. This year there was a particular focus on the human rights of people with learning disabilities in Scotland. Here's how we got involved.

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  • Current vacancies

    Current vacancies

    Our colleagues are at the heart and soul of our organisation and through teamwork, trust and empowerment everyone plays a vital part in helping us to achieve our purpose.

  • E-learning

    E-learning

    The Cornerstone Training Academy offers a significant range of e-learning courses which focus on quality, competence and safety. Courses are easily accessible.

  • Find local support

    Find local support

    Search for your nearest Cornerstone branch by entering your postcode.

  • Our history

    Our history

    Cornerstone was first established in north east Scotland in 1980 by Nick Baxter, supporting adults, children and young people who have a variety of needs including physical and learning disabilities, autism, and dementia.

  • Training

    Training

    We design and deliver bespoke training to suit your individual and organisational needs.

  • Care at home (Support Services)

    Care at home (Support Services)

    Care at home services (also known as Support Services) allow your loved one to stay living in their own home whilst getting the help and support they need.

  • Our aims and values

    Our aims and values

    Read about our Cornerstone aims and values here.

  • Hazel Brown

    Hazel Brown

    A short biography of Chief Executive, Hazel Brown

  • Sparkle Saturday

    Sparkle Saturday

    Join us for a girly, sparkly and bubbly afternoon of fundraising loveliness. Bring your friends, family or colleagues.

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