What people say about Camphill
Camphill looks at what people like Martin can achieve, not what they can’t.
Timmy Mallett
President of Ireland
“What would life be like if we didn’t have Camphill? What would it be like for so many families, who rely on Camphill and others like it? It would be like switching off the light on a life. Every child and every adult, whatever their circumstances, is entitled to the fullness of life, to know what their fullness is, to have it revealed to them and to be part of that revelation."
From a speech given by the Former President of Ireland, Mary McAleese at a Camphill Community event in Glencraig on the 28th January 2010
A sanctuary for families
“Until you have been through it, you will never understand the commitment, patience and unconditional care that are provided by these charities…. more than just outstanding care for those with special needs though, it is a sanctuary for families too.”
Ian Rankin, best-selling author
Focus on ability, not disability
“My brother Martin makes the best bread in Aberdeen! What we love, as a family, is that Camphill looks at what people like Martin can achieve, not what they can’t. It’s all about building self esteem and becoming respected members of the wider community.”
Timmy Mallett, TV personality, whose brother Martin lives in Newton Dee
What would life be like if we didn’t have Camphill?
Former President of Ireland Mary McAleese
Camphill Aberdeen City and Shire represents the shared interests of seven Camphill charities in the Aberdeen area.
The Camphill pioneers likened their first community in Aberdeen to lighting a candle on the hill.
Now that candle spreads its light widely.
More than 700 people live and work in Camphill Aberdeen City and Shire communities, offering education, therapies, training, work and living opportunities for vulnerable children, young people, adults and the elderly.
Internationally the Camphill Movement extends to more than 100 centres in 23 countries.