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SHARE Scotland was founded in 1984 by a group of parents of young people with complex disabilities. The aim of the families was to address the long term housing and support needs of their own children, and others facing an uncertain future or the prospect of life in an institution. As well as a home for their children as they became adults, parents also wanted them to have a positive and fulfilling life, playing an active role in their community. Over the years, SHARE has developed a considerable understanding of the needs and aspirations of the people we support and has helped them to successfully demonstrate that, when given the chance, people with significant support needs can make their own decisions about how they want to lead the rest of their lives. Those foundling parents still make up the core of the management committee which governs SHARE, ensuring that the services provided remain truly responsive to the needs and wishes of service users and their families. SHARE's management committee are equally committed to their workforce, never forgetting that it is their own family members who are being supported. Because of their positive employment practices, SHARE has held the 'Investor in People' award since 2001. |