Christmas message

As we approach Christmas and new year, I want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared throughout this year.

At Inspire Scotland, we have the privilege of supporting and caring for some of the most resilient and remarkable young people, helping them navigate their paths toward bright futures. This year, many new young people have joined us, where we strive to create safe and nurturing spaces to support their potential healing and growth. We’ve also seen many young people move on from us, in planned and positive ways, and we trust that their time with Inspire has offered the support and foundation needed for the next steps in their journey.

Every story carries the potential for change; breaking cycles, restoring hope, and opening doors to new opportunities. Though the full impact of our efforts may never be known, we should remain confident that the care and support we provide today can create ripples, influencing not only the lives of the young people we support but also future generations.

This work would not be possible without the collective efforts of our incredible team at Inspire Scotland. Across all our homes, services, and head office, I am inspired daily by your dedication, compassion, and belief in the potential of every single young person we care for. Your hard work has extended the reach of our services and enriched the care we provide, ensuring we remain a trusted partner to many. It is important to recognise that our collective achievements may not have come easily this year, so I extend my gratitude to you for your perseverance and commitment during those hard moments.

I also want to extend my heartfelt thanks to the wider circle of support surrounding our young people: family members, social workers, foster carers, commissioning teams, teachers, healthcare professionals, administrative helpers and every professional and friend who plays a part in their lives. Your collaboration and commitment amplifies everything we do.

As we celebrate this season of giving, let us hold onto the spirit of what we do at Inspire. We offer not just care, but love. Not just shelter, but a home. And not just guidance, but the belief that brighter futures are possible.

Wishing you a Christmas filled with warmth, joy, and thoughtful reflection. Thank you for being part of this incredible team. 

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your loved ones.

Warm regards,

Connor Martin

Managing Director