Fife One Stop Shop
About Fife One Stop Shop
The One Stop Shop provides information, advice and support to autistic people, their families, friends and other professionals. The service is funded by the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership and is available to anyone at any stage of their diagnosis pathway, including people who identify as autistic.
The Fife One Stop Shop’s Community Advisors are experienced and knowledgeable in providing advice and support either in person or virtually. The service also provides peer support groups, and can direct you to community social activities and other support services across Fife.
Flourish
Flourish is delivered as part of Our Minds Matter, to support children and young people’s emotional wellbeing in Fife.
The Flourish programme aims to provide increased support to parents and carers of young people up to 26 years old, who have neurodevelopmental differences such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia. No formal diagnosis is required to access this support through Flourish.
The programme aims to promote a greater understanding of neurodevelopmental differences, improve communication between parents and professionals, and ultimately help parents to feel better equipped with the information and practical skills they need to support their child or young person.
Holistic support for children or a young person, and their families
As of 2025 we are expanding our Flourish programme, taking a whole family approach to provide personalised support to children and young people with neurodevelopmental differences, alongside their parents and carers, living in Fife. This part of the programme specifically focuses on individual and family needs and goals.
For more information about Flourish, and our recent extension to the project, please get in touch with our Fife One Stop Shop by emailing fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
Drop-In Sessions
We hold Advice Drop-In Sessions on a weekly basis. This is a space to talk through any questions that you may have or to simply come in for a chat with one of our Community Advisors about any topics that you would like to discuss.
Advice Drop-In slots are held at our office at New Volunteer House in Kirkcaldy as follows:
- Tuesdays at 9.30am – 12.30pm
- Thursdays at 1pm – 4pm
Social Drop-Ins in the community
Our community advice drop-ins offer a relaxed, safe space to ask questions and seek 1:1 advice in various locations across Fife. Our Community Advisors will be on hand for a chat about anything you would like to discuss. There is no need to register to attend; just drop in at any time during the session. Please note there could be a short wait time if our advisor is already speaking with someone when you arrive.
Where to find us:
- First Monday of each month, at 9.30am – 12.30pm (Location alternates every second month)
May – Gillespie Centre Open House Cafe, 14 Chapel Street, Dunfermline, KY12 7AW
June – Touch Trust, St Margaret’s Community Church, Dunfermline, KY11 4JJ
July – Gillespie Centre Open House Cafe, 14 Chapel Street, Dunfermline, KY12 7AW
August – Touch Trust, St Margaret’s Community Church, Dunfermline, KY11 4JJ
What to expect when arriving at Touch Trust – Click here to view
- Third Monday of each month, at 1pm – 4pm
Every month – YMCA YWCA Cupar, Marathon House, 93 Bonnygate, Cupar, KY15 4LG
What to expect when arriving at YMCA-YMCA – Click here to view
Autistic Adults Peer Support Network
Our Fife One Stop Shop’s Autistic Adult Peer Support Network is for autistic adults 18+ throughout Fife. Led by an autistic staff member, this is a relaxed and friendly space for peer support and general discussion, and provides an opportunity to ask questions. This takes place monthly in person and monthly online via zoom.
The in person events are held within our office at New Volunteer House in Kirkcaldy. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
Arts and Crafts Group for Autistic Adults
Our themed Peer Support group is for autistic adults 18+ throughout Fife. Led by an autistic staff member, this is a welcoming space to meet others, and share creative interests. Come along, get inspired, and connect with like-minded people. This takes place once a month.
These events are held within our office at New Volunteer House in Kirkcaldy. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
Parents and Carers Groups
Parents and Carers Group (of children and young people)
Our parents and carers groups of children and young people provide opportunities for networking and support, but also for initiating helpful discussion around a range of topics and themes. A member of the One Stop Shop team will be present to offer perspectives and advice to parents and carers who attend.
These events are held within our office at New Volunteer House in Kirkcaldy. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
Parents and Carers Group (of autistic adults)
Our parents and carers groups of autistic adults provide opportunities for networking and support, but also for initiating helpful discussion around a range of topics and themes. A member of the One Stop Shop team will be present to offer perspectives and advice to parents and carers who attend.
These events are held within our office at New Volunteer House in Kirkcaldy. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
LGBT+ Peer Support Group
This group is an autistic only space for adults 18+ who identify as on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum. This is facilitated by an autistic staff member.
These events are held monthly at The Hive in Whytecauseway, Kirkcaldy. To find out more or book to attend, please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
Social Drop-Ins
Dunfermline Social Drop-In
Our Dunfermline Social Drop-In is a relaxed, safe space to ask questions and seek 1:1 advice. Our Community Advisors will be on hand for a chat about anything you would like to discuss. There is no need to register to attend; just drop in at any time during the session. Please note there could be a short wait time if our advisor is already speaking with someone when you arrive.
These drop-ins are held on the first Monday of each month and the location alternates between Gillespie Centre Open House Cafe, 14 Chapel Street, Dunfermline, KY12 7AW and Touch Trust, St Margaret’s Community Church, Dunfermline, KY11 4JJ. Please check our full event information before attending. To find out more please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
What to expect when arriving at Touch Trust – Click here to view
Cupar Social Drop-In
Our Cupar Social Drop-In is a relaxed, safe space to ask questions and seek 1:1 advice. Our Community Advisors will be on hand for a chat about anything you would like to discuss. There is no need to register to attend; just drop in at any time during the session. Please note there could be a short wait time if our advisor is already speaking with someone when you arrive.
These drop-ins are held on the third Monday of each month at YMCA YWCA Cupar, Marathon House, 93 Bonnygate, Cupar, KY15 4LG. To find out more please email us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or call 01592 645350.
What to expect when arriving at YMCA-YMCA – Click here to view
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Meet the Advisors
Jackie, Senior Community Advisor
Gemma, Community Advisor
Ross, Community Advisor
Glyn, Community Advisor
Sarah, Community Advisor
“Being able to build connections with young people and parents to support understanding and communication, which also impacts the wider family, is really rewarding.”
Important Info
Parking at New Volunteer House
Parking at New Volunteer House The car park at New Volunteer House is for permit holders only. Please be aware that unless you are a Blue Badge holder, you cannot park here. However, parking is available at Kirkcaldy Train Station, The Postings or there is time limited, on-street parking nearby. We are also only a short walk from Kirkcaldy Bus and Train Station.
Accessibility - One Stop Shop Meeting Room
Accessibility - One Stop Shop Meeting Room Our meeting room is just above the waiting room on the first floor. If you have mobility requirements, please let a member of staff know before attending an appointment, drop in or group so that we can make arrangements for you.
“The advisor helped me understand my daughter’s autism and I appreciated the personal approach. With so much information around it, it was very special to be able to focus on her autistic journey.”
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