If you recognise that you or someone you know needs further support, help is available:
- The Keeping Connected resources provide a directory of services available throughout Fife who offer help and support on a range of issues. We have a several resources: adults; bereavement and loss; keeping well; and older adults
- SHOUT text messaging service is a free 24/7 support service for anyone struggling to cope. Just text ‘Fife’ to 85258.
- Sam’s Cafe– peer support for people aged 16+ no longer in school education with mental wellbeing, crisis, emotions, life events and suicidal thoughts. Venues in Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline and Leven. See website for days and times. No referral or appointment needed.
- Andy’s Man Club meet in many venues across Fife.
- Women’s Wellbeing Club are peer support groups for women run by volunteers with venues in Fife.
- DBI is for anyone living in Scotland aged 16+ who is in distress. By contacting NHS 24 on 111, individuals will be triaged via the mental health hub and offered support in the immediate 24 hours following the phone call and further support for the following 14 days.
- Breathing Space: is a website and phone service for anyone experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety. Telephone: 0800 83 85 87.
- Samaritans: operates a 24-hour service available every day of the year. Telephone: 116 123 to speak to someone.
