We support people to lead great lives!

For over 35 years, Streets Ahead has been at the heart of the Scottish Borders, supporting people with learning disabilities to live independent and fulfilling lives in their communities. Our work is driven by a passion for creating opportunities, fostering inclusion, and empowering individuals.

What people say about us:

“My support workers are super with everything they do.”

“I feel supported in what I want to do.”

Clients’ responses from annual survey

“I just love the company and love my job working with people we support.”

“I love supporting people to live the best life they can.”

Employees’ responses from annual survey

“I have worked very well with Streets Ahead management over the years and have faith in them.”

“The staff show great levels of compassion and support the supported people with great care and consideration of their needs and ensuring they are living their lives to the fullest.”

Professionals’ responses in Care Inspection report

Our Purpose

Streets Ahead (Borders) was set up to enable people with learning disabilities to be supported in their own homes. We now offer support, guidance and practical help to a range of people living in the Scottish Borders. We also offer support to their families and carers.

Our Vision

A Scottish Borders where everyone can live independent and fulfilling lives within their local communities.  See our business plan.

Our Mission

Streets Ahead provides tailored support, guidance, and practical assistance to people with learning disabilities, mental health challenges, and dementia. We are committed to helping people achieve personal growth, independence, and inclusion within their communities.

Our Values

Trusted

  • to deliver on tasks within individual roles
  • to challenge and uphold our values
  • by external stakeholders to provide services

Accountable

  • responsible for our actions

Empowering

  • empower all of our people to reach their potential and be all they can be
  • empower people we support to be involved in all decisions that impact their lives

Inclusive

  • diverse workforce which represents the local community
  • fully-engaged with partners and stakeholders
  • outward-looking
  • we listen to people’s views and opinions

Progressive

  • learning at the heart of everything we do
  • connected with local communities and the wider world
  • we are curious