Uisdean Fraser, one of the Lochgelly Project residents, is highly enthused by the new, independent accommodation. “It’s great. I can listen to my music and I get peace and quiet,” said Mr Fraser. 

Rachel Webb, Fife and Tayside Regional Manager of Scottish Autism said: “The Lochgelly Project provides a real life changing experience for the service users who, for the first time, have moved into their own accommodation. Both the support plan and the environment are designed to directly meet the needs of people with autism. The new flats will also encourage and promote independent living, a core aim of Scottish Autism and its focus on improving and enhancing the quality of life of people who live with the condition.”

Helen Townsend, Service Manager of Fife Council Social Work Services, said: “The new flats allow individuals to have their own tenancies and support and be as independent as they can be. The success of bringing this project to life is down to the excellent partnership working between Fife Council and Scottish Autism. Staff involved in achieving this outcome should be congratulated on their hard work which has always been focussed on the benefits of the individual service users.”