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Frequently asked questions

Is Cornerstone a UK wide organisation?

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We are a Scottish based, leading social care provider. At Cornerstone, we provide care and support through the following ten local branches:

  • Aberdeen City North & Aberdeenshire North
  • Aberdeen City South & Aberdeenshire South
  • Ayrshire
  • Scottish Borders
  • Dundee, Perth, Fife and West Lothian
  • Glasgow & East Dunbartonshire
  • Moray
  • North Lanarkshire Community Support
  • North Lanarkshire Supported Living
  • West Dunbartonshire and Argyll & Bute

Additionally, we have an impartial advice and information service, Cornerstone SDS (Self-Directed Support), covering Aberdeenshire where individuals can access the information they need to make their own informed choices about their support package.

Similarly, other branches in the organisation also provide SDS support. You can contact us at 0300 131 3333 or via [email protected]

Published: 24th March, 2021

Updated: 24th August, 2021

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What process do I follow to get a care service set up?

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The Choosing you own support page on our website will help you understand the process. You can also contact your local branch for guidance and advice. You can find contact details here or you can also complete an enquiry form.

Published: 24th March, 2021

Updated: 24th August, 2021

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Do you have a self referral form?

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Self referral varies across our local branches. To find out if this is an option for you, please make contact with your local branch.  You can find your nearest branch here and their contact details here.

Published: 25th March, 2021

Updated: 24th August, 2021

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How do I find out about the care options you provide if I have a SDS budget?

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Please get in touch with your local branch to discuss the care options that may be available to you.  You can find your local branch contact details here.

If you live in Aberdeenshire, we also have an impartial advisory service you can contact called Cornerstone SDS.  You can email them at [email protected] or call 01467 530 520.

Published: 25th March, 2021

Updated: 24th August, 2021

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Does Cornerstone provide placements for students?

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Cornerstone works with local colleges to offer work experience to students. We also actively participate in work placement schemes for social work students. To find more about the opportunities we offer, please visit our Contact Us page to find details of your nearest branch. 

Published: 25th March, 2021

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I have a media enquiry, who should I get in touch with?

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Please complete a media enquiry form and a member of the Marketing and Communications team will be in touch.

Published: 25th March, 2021

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How do I apply for jobs with Cornerstone when I don’t see any vacancies in my area/region?

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Why not visit our careers portal where you can view all our current vacancies. 

Should a current vacancy not be available in your area/region, you can click on the register for job alerts option and we will automatically send you an email notification as soon as any relevant vacancies become available.

Published: 25th March, 2021

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Do you recruit agency staff?

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Our vacancies are advertised here and our recruitment requirements are managed in-house. 

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Who do I get in touch with for a job reference?

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You can email your request to our HR Department at [email protected]

Published: 25th March, 2021

Updated: 1st July, 2021

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