When Eddie first arrived at Westerlea School in 1968, he was just five years old. It was the beginning of a relationship with Capability Scotland that would span nearly six decades, taking a young boy from a school setting to the global stage of the Paralympics and beyond. His story is a testament to how the right support can turn ambition into achievement. 

Help Us Fund the Next 80 Years

Eddie’s advice to any young person starting their first day with us is simple: “Do it, get here, enjoy it.” He believes that with Capability Scotland, life gets “better and better” as the years go by. 

As we celebrate our 80th anniversary, our goal remains the same: to ensure every individual we support feels they matter and has the choice, control, and equality they deserve.

Eddie’s journey from a five-year-old at Westerlea to a triple-medal-winning Paralympian was made possible by supporters. Your donations provide the support, the specialised transport, the opportunities, and the therapeutic equipment like our Rebound room that make a world of difference.