Providing much needed and life-changing support to families in Fife with additional support needs

Having a child with disabilities affects the whole family and not only causes worries and anxieties, it often causes loneliness, isolation, poor mental health and poverty - we're here to help.
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Family Support

Find out how we support families with additional support needs.
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Community Support

Find out more about the work we do in our community.
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Charity Shop

Raising funds to help us deliver services in Fife.
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Nourish provides holistic support to families in Fife with additional support needs. We work with other relevant organisations to raise awareness and provide better services and support. Many of our trustees, staff and volunteers are parents/carers of children with a disability, or have a disability themselves.

OPENED IN MAY 2022

Community Hub

Our Community Hub allows us to continue our work in reaching and delivering information to families with additional support needs.
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Our Groups & Services

We provide support to families registered with us, through a wide range of services and support groups. Many of these services are delivered from our Family Support Centre, based in Mitchelston Estate, Kirkcaldy. In order to continue reaching more families with additional support needs, and providing more support in our community, we now also have our Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre. We also have our Charity Shop based in the Mercat, which raises funds to help us deliver some of our services.

HAPPY MONDAYS

A friendly group for adults with additional support needs, coming together for fun and friendship.
Support Centre

FAMILY SUPPORT GROUPS

This service provides opportunities for the whole family to access peer support.

AFTER SCHOOL FAMILY GROUPS

For primary school aged children & their families to enjoy a range of quality family fun time.

MEEPLE CLUB

Opportunities to learn and play modern day board games for the whole family.
Community Hub

CHRONIC PAIN GROUP

An opportunity for adults living with chronic pain conditions to come together for support.

FOOD SUPPORT SERVICE

Providing food donations incl parcels/shopping vouchers to registered families with additional support needs who are struggling financially. 

CLOTHING, HYGIENE & BABY BANKS

Support for registered families with items to help ease the financial strain often associated with having a child/young person with ASNs.
Community Hub

CRAFTY CARERS

Provides carers with some short respite, in a space to enjoy therapeutic craft activities and time to relax over a cuppa with other carers.
Support Centre

SIGNPOSTING

We work alongside many other fantastic organisations in Fife, and often signpost families to organisations who can provide specialist support & services.

DROP-IN DAYS incl LUNCH

Various drop-in sessions are held throughout the week with Lead Scotland, Fife Council Rent support, Circles Network, and the Voiceability team.
Community Hub

TOMBOLA & RAFFLES

Fun, ongoing tombola and monthly raffles to support our fundraising.

TOMBOLA & RAFFLES

Fun, ongoing tombola and monthly raffles to support our fundraising.
Community Hub

COMMUNITY HUB

A friendly space for people in the community to come in and meet people for a cuppa and a chat, find out more about Nourish, and what support is available.
Our kids' corner is a safe welcoming space for families to bring their children in, to enjoy a break from shops, with a quiet corner and crafting space.
CENTRAL INFORMATION POINT :–
This provides a central location in Kirkcaldy with access to information on support services provided by Nourish Support Centre and other local organisations.
We work alongside many other fantastic organisations in Fife, and often signpost families to organisations who can provide specialist support with a wide range of services.
RELAXING CRAFTS :– 
A welcoming space for people to pop in and enjoy some crafting activities.
DROP-IN DAYS (lunch included) :– 
Various drop-in sessions are held throughout the week with Lead Scotland, Circles Network, Fife Council Rent support, and the Voiceability team.
FUNDRAISING :– 
Ongoing tombola and monthly raffles to support our fundraising.
VISITING ORGANISATIONS :– 
Get introduced to a range of other organisations who provide learning, advocacy and support services from the Community Hub or locally.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY

Our Testimonials

Doing things as a family is hard. Having an adult son with disabilities - it’s hard to find a place to do things together where people are not judging the fact that a 26 year old man is super excited to see Santa, or kids activities. At Nourish we can do that, and no one minds. It’s a family orientated, inclusive place for all of our family to enjoy things together.
Support user (parent)
Nourish has provided me with a safe haven, and a safe place to speak about any issues I have had in my personal life. I've always felt supported and cared for. My son has also had the support from the Nourish team. At a time he felt a little lost and would never find an interest of his own Nourish was there. He is now a member of the Meeples club, which he loves. He has made like minded friends who he can interact and talk to.
Support user (parent)
Nourish has been a massive support to my family for the past few years. Providing support, food parcels, support at Xmas. Putting on relax kids sessions. My daughter has even had the experience of volunteering which massively improved her confidence and well being which I will be forever grateful.
Support user (parent)
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DEDICATED, CARING & PASSIONATE

Our Support Team

Stacey, Family Support Manager
Stacey, 
Family Support Manager
Harry, Children's Play Worker
Harry,
Children's Play Worker
Kat, Family Support Admin
Katerina,
Lead Admin
Kerry, Receptionist
Kerry,
Receptionist
Vicki, Community Hub Manager
Vicki,
Community Hub Manager
Connie,
Lead Admin
Jai, Nourish Community Hub Assistant
Jai,
Community Hub Assistant
MEET MORE OF US
Lynne, Nourish Chief Exec
FOUNDER & CEO

Lynne Scott

Hi my name is Lynne, and I'm a parent of children with additional support needs.

Throughout the years myself and my family have faced many challenges, I have been that parent sitting at home feeling lonely and isolated feeling I had no one to turn to who would understand what I was going through. My children have had their own battles to face too, either having a disability, or having a sibling with a disability, both bring challenges.

I founded Nourish in 2011 with 4 other parents who felt there was a lack of support for families who had children with additional support needs in the Kirkcaldy area.

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📢🎄🎅 Attention, Kirkcaldy! 🎅🎄

The countdown is on, and the excitement is building! 🌟 Could YOUR child be the one to light up the High Street this Christmas? 🎉✨

In collaboration with Love Oor Lang Toun, we’re thrilled to bring you the Christmas Decoration Competition, and now it’s YOUR chance to shine! 🌟 If you’re under 16, don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to WIN the magical honour of SWITCHING ON the Kirkcaldy Town Centre Christmas lights! 🎇🎁

Imagine the thrill of standing in front of the entire town, flipping the switch, and filling the High Street with festive joy! 🌟💡🎄

👉 Submit your creative masterpiece at the Nourish Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre by Saturday, 23rd November.

This is your chance to be part of something truly special, lighting up Kirkcaldy and spreading Christmas cheer with Love Oor Lang Toun! 🌠✨

Let the magic begin – we can’t wait to see your designs! 🎨🎄 #LightUpKirkcaldy #ChristmasMagic #CreativeChristmas #LoveOorLangToun ... See MoreSee Less

📢🎄🎅 Attention, Kirkcaldy! 🎅🎄 The countdown is on, and the excitement is building! 🌟 Could YOUR child be the one to light up the High Street this Christmas? 🎉✨ In collaboration with Love Oor Lang Toun, we’re thrilled to bring you the Christmas Decoration Competition, and now it’s YOUR chance to shine! 🌟 If you’re under 16, don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to WIN the magical honour of SWITCHING ON the Kirkcaldy Town Centre Christmas lights! 🎇🎁 Imagine the thrill of standing in front of the entire town, flipping the switch, and filling the High Street with festive joy! 🌟💡🎄 👉 Submit your creative masterpiece at the Nourish Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre by Saturday, 23rd November. This is your chance to be part of something truly special, lighting up Kirkcaldy and spreading Christmas cheer with Love Oor Lang Toun! 🌠✨ Let the magic begin – we can’t wait to see your designs! 🎨🎄 #LightUpKirkcaldy #ChristmasMagic #CreativeChristmas #LoveOorLangToun
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🎄 Help Bring Joy This Christmas! 🎄
Nourish Support Centre is collecting donations for our Christmas Appeal to support families with additional needs across Fife. We’re looking for toys, gifts (ages 0-18), and tinned food to spread holiday cheer. 🎁🍲
Drop off your donations at our Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre, Monday to Thursday, 10 am - 2 pm.
Can’t make it in person? You can also support us through a donation on JustGiving!
Together, let’s make this season special for everyone! ❤️

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🎄 Help Bring Joy This Christmas! 🎄 Nourish Support Centre is collecting donations for our Christmas Appeal to support families with additional needs across Fife. We’re looking for toys, gifts (ages 0-18), and tinned food to spread holiday cheer. 🎁🍲 Drop off your donations at our Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre, Monday to Thursday, 10 am - 2 pm. Can’t make it in person? You can also support us through a donation on JustGiving! Together, let’s make this season special for everyone! ❤️ https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/nourishchristmasappeal2024?utm_medium=campaign&utm_content=campaign%2Fnourishchristmasappeal2024&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share
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🎄 Help Bring Joy This Christmas! 🎄
Nourish Support Centre is collecting donations for our Christmas Appeal to support families with additional needs across Fife. We’re looking for toys, gifts (ages 0-18), and tinned food to spread holiday cheer. 🎁🍲
Drop off your donations at our Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre, Monday to Thursday, 10 am - 2 pm.
Can’t make it in person? You can also support us through a donation on JustGiving!
Together, let’s make this season special for everyone! ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less

🎄 Help Bring Joy This Christmas! 🎄 Nourish Support Centre is collecting donations for our Christmas Appeal to support families with additional needs across Fife. We’re looking for toys, gifts (ages 0-18), and tinned food to spread holiday cheer. 🎁🍲 Drop off your donations at our Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre, Monday to Thursday, 10 am - 2 pm. Can’t make it in person? You can also support us through a donation on JustGiving! Together, let’s make this season special for everyone! ❤️
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🎉 A huge THANK YOU to the incredible Play on Wheels team for joining us and delivering such a fantastic workshop! 🎨🛠️

With your guidance, our team had a blast learning how to create Halloween and Christmas decorations using recycled materials. Not only did we get crafty, but we also learned new ways to make the holidays more sustainable and creative! 🌎♻️ From spooky Halloween crafts to festive Christmas decor, everyone had a fantastic time bringing these creations to life.

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🎉 A huge THANK YOU to the incredible Play on Wheels team for joining us and delivering such a fantastic workshop! 🎨🛠️ With your guidance, our team had a blast learning how to create Halloween and Christmas decorations using recycled materials. Not only did we get crafty, but we also learned new ways to make the holidays more sustainable and creative! 🌎♻️ From spooky Halloween crafts to festive Christmas decor, everyone had a fantastic time bringing these creations to life. Check out the photos for a peek into our fun, eco-friendly workshop! 📸✨ Thank you again, Play on Wheels, for helping us make this possible!Image attachmentImage attachment+7Image attachment
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📢🎄 Wow, the creativity is flowing! We’ve been blown away by some of the fantastic and imaginative Christmas decoration designs submitted so far for our Christmas Decoration Competition! 🎨✨

A reminder for all children under 16: there’s still time to join the fun! Submit your entry at our Nourish Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre before Saturday, 23rd November for a chance to win the magical experience of switching on the Kirkcaldy Town Centre Christmas lights! 🌟🎅

Don’t miss out on the chance to light up our town this festive season! 🎉 ... See MoreSee Less

📢🎄 Wow, the creativity is flowing! We’ve been blown away by some of the fantastic and imaginative Christmas decoration designs submitted so far for our Christmas Decoration Competition! 🎨✨ A reminder for all children under 16: there’s still time to join the fun! Submit your entry at our Nourish Community Hub in the Mercat Shopping Centre before Saturday, 23rd November for a chance to win the magical experience of switching on the Kirkcaldy Town Centre Christmas lights! 🌟🎅 Don’t miss out on the chance to light up our town this festive season! 🎉
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Nourish Support Centre
1C Barclay Court
Mitchelson Estate
Kirkcaldy, KY1 3WE
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