[company_age]unknown[/company_age][employees]11-50 employees[/employees][funding]nan[/funding][description]Cornerstone SDS is a unique company in the self-directed support (SDS) field, offering impartial advice and information to individuals in the Aberdeenshire area. They empower individuals to make informed choices about their care by providing guidance and support throughout the SDS process. Unlike other SDS providers, Cornerstone SDS boasts a team of dedicated advisors who cover both Aberdeenshire and Aberdeen City, ensuring personalized and accessible support. Their comprehensive services include:

* **Information and advice:** Cornerstone SDS helps individuals understand SDS and the care options available to them, enabling them to make informed decisions about their care packages.
* **Signposting:** They connect individuals with relevant services and resources that meet their specific needs, ensuring they receive the most appropriate support.
* **Recruitment support:** Cornerstone SDS assists individuals with the entire recruitment process for direct payment personal assistants, including advertising vacancies, handling applications, and supporting interviews.
* **Collaboration:** They work alongside family members and professionals to ensure individuals receive the best possible support, fostering a collaborative approach to care.
* **Direct payment guidance:** Cornerstone SDS provides guidance on becoming an employer for individuals who choose direct payments, empowering them to manage their care independently.

Cornerstone SDS stands out by offering a holistic approach to SDS, supporting individuals from initial inquiries to navigating the complexities of direct payments. Their commitment to personalized support and collaboration sets them apart in the SDS landscape.[/description][ps]Self-directed support (SDS) advice and information, Signposting to relevant services and resources, Recruitment support for direct payment personal assistants, Collaboration with family members and professionals, Direct payment guidance[/ps]