Developing skills, confidence, social interaction, knowledge and an understanding of the workplace.
About us
Supported Community Business was founded in 1998 by John Coupland and his co-founder Mike Card.
SCB was born from a simple belief: that people with additional support needs should have the same opportunities as everyone else to learn new skills, gain work experience, make friends and feel a sense of purpose.
Inspired by the experiences of his daughter, John recognised that these opportunities were often difficult to find. Sharing similar experiences as the father of a daughter with additional support needs, Mike joined him in creating a solution.
Together, they established Supported Community Business in October 1998 with a vision of providing meaningful opportunities in a safe, supportive and inclusive environment.
More than 25 years later, that vision continues to guide everything we do. SCB supports adults with additional support needs to develop confidence, independence and real-world skills through meaningful activities, community involvement and work-based opportunities.
What began as a shared determination to create opportunities has grown into a thriving charity that continues to make a positive difference in people’s lives every day.
SCB Today
Established: Supporting people since 1998
Supporting: 28 adults each week
Providing: Meaningful work, skills development and social opportunities
Trusted by: Local and national businesses
Based in: Crewe, Cheshire
Focused on: Building confidence, independence and brighter futures
Celebrating over 25 years of supporting skills and building futures.
SCB – Who We Are
At SCB, we help individuals grow in confidence, build real-world skills and find purpose in everyday achievements. We believe everyone deserves a place to feel safe, supported and included.
Our Mission
We champion ability over disability. Through meaningful activities, inclusive support and a safe environment, we empower people to overcome challenges, build independence and form lasting connections.
Our goal is simple: to create a place where everyone is seen, heard and supported to thrive.
Our ‘GROW’ Values
- Growth – We help people develop confidence, skills, friendships and independence.
- Respect & Inclusion – We treat everyone with empathy and dignity, celebrate individuality and create a place where all feel welcome and able to take part.
- Opportunity – We offer meaningful activities that make a real difference.
- Working Together – We connect with families, carers and the local community, offering trusted support and essential respite.
Together we GROW
Growth • Respect & Inclusion • Opportunity • Working Together
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