20 May 2025
Inspire by Inverurie: Empowering People Every Day
Inspire by Inverurie: Inclusive Support, Meaningful Opportunities, and a Charity Shop at the Heart of the Community
Inspire is more than just a charity—it’s a forward-thinking social care organisation that’s helping people with learning disabilities and additional support needs live full, employment-orientated and independent lives across the North East of Scotland. In Inverurie, their presence is quietly powerful, delivering person-centred support and creating space for people to connect, contribute, and thrive—whether through their services or the vibrant Inspire by Inverurie charity shop, right in the heart of the town.
Empowering People Every Day
At the core of Inspire’s work is a commitment to empower individuals to realise their potential, on their own terms. Their approach is person-centred and flexible, offering tailored support based on each person’s needs, choices, and goals. This could involve:
- Support at home or in the community
- Help with developing independence and life skills
- Access to social or volunteering opportunities
- Specialist care for more complex needs
Inverurie is one of the many communities where Inspire’s staff support individuals with compassion, consistency, and respect—whether that’s helping someone cook their own meals, manage their routines, or take part in local activities. It’s support that builds confidence and champions choice, every step of the way.
The Inspire by Inverurie Shop: Raising Funds and Raising Awareness
Sitting just off Inverurie’s town centre, the Inspire by Inverurie charity shop is a welcoming, friendly space that goes well beyond second-hand retail.
While you’ll find a great mix of clothing, books, homeware, and thoughtful gifts on the shop floor, the heart of the shop is in its mission—raising vital funds for services while also creating inclusive opportunities for volunteering, community engagement, and visibility.
Staffed by a passionate team, the shop is well-organised, cheerful, and community-focused, often running raffles, seasonal displays, and windows filled with colour and creativity.
By shopping or donating at Inspire by Inverurie, customers are directly supporting the charity’s wider work—helping to fund inclusive projects, resources, and support across Aberdeenshire.
A Modern Charity with a Local Heart
Inspire, now merged with Community Integrated Care, has grown from one service in Aberdeen to now supporting over 200 adults across more than 40 locations. But the values remain the same: to be inclusive, empowering, and person-led.
The charity continues to challenge stigma, promote understanding, and work towards a world where everyone—regardless of disability—has the chance to live a life of their choosing, with the support they need.
In Inverurie, that ethos can be felt in every corner of the charity shop, in the dedication of the support teams, and in the pride people take in achieving their own goals, big and small.
How to Get Involved
- Visit the shop at Inverurie Market Place for a browse or to drop off donations
- Support the charity by attending events or spreading the word about their work
- Find out more about their ervices if you or a loved one could benefit from support
Inspire by Inverurie is a brilliant example of how social care, inclusion, and community can come together—offering support with dignity, and creating spaces where everyone belongs. Whether you’re popping into the shop or looking to learn more about their services, you’ll always be welcomed with a smile—and a sense that what’s happening here truly matters.
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