Seescape offers support to all residents of Fife with a visual impairment. They can also provide information about the benefits of registering as blind or partially sighted.

For further information, please use the information below.

Contact information
Website: Seescape
Email: info@seescape.org.uk
Phone: 01592 644979
Address: Fife Sensory Impairment Centre, 13 Wilson Avenue, Kirkcaldy, KY2 5EF

Alternatively, for information about the benefits available to those with a registered visual impairment, please contact your local Citiezens Advice Bureau by phoning on 0345 1400 092.

The RNIB also offer a talk and support service available from Monday to Friday, 8.45am to 5.30pm. If you'd like to find out more about registering as severely or partially sighted, please call The RNIB using the following details.

Contact information
Email: helpline@rnib.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 9999

CAPABILITY provides services directly to around 1000 disabled people at over 25 locations around Scotland, supporting people at every stage of their lives and at home, work and school. Through the schools, early years and childcare services they support not only disabled children at crucial times in their life but their families and carers. They have many services which focus on giving disabled people the opportunity to live independent lives whether that is in their own homes, participating in their local or wider community, or finding employment. For those who would like we can also provide residential and respite services. Alexander Anderson Day Service (AADS) offers a range of activities including those which support people to develop everyday living skills such as cooking and baking; budgeting; or shopping; to more physical activities such as keep-fit. Developing IT skills without the need to attend college: AADS has links with a number of colleges in the area who offer classes within the centre; you can book a time in the Sensory room or with the Aromatherapist or Beauty Therapist. AADS is also the only facility in the area to offer people the opportunity to participate in Soundbeam or access hydrotherapy. Use of the hydrotherapy pool can be supported either by AADS staff or by users own staff/ carers. If support is wanted to access activities outside the centre, AADS have links with a range of agencies and support people which give the opportunity to attend activities such as Pather Art Works, IndepenDANCE, M&Ds bowling, local sport venues and Music Works. Support is also available to allow people to meet friends for dinner or a chat; visit places of local/ national interest; or attend the theatre or concerts. To find out more please visit www.capability-scotland.org.uk or call 0131 337 9876 for more information.

Demand Responsive Transport is a service in Fife that helps people who have difficulty with transport. It is available for those who are elderly, frail and/ or have disabilities, as well as anyone who is unable to access public transport (all passengers under 18yrs of age must be escorted).

They have a number of drivers and offer help with transport to hospitals, doctors, health related appointments and social journeys.

You will be asked for the date and time of your journey, the pick-up arrangements, the destination address, the approximate waiting time for the driver and any special requirements. You need to book at least 24 hours ahead. This service also has wheelchair-accessible minibuses for hire.

Fife Council also offer concessionary travel in a variety of schemes.

For further information, and to find out if you are eligible for concessionary travel, please visit www.fifedirect.org.uk/.

Associated materials

• MyBus Information Leaflet
• MyBus Booking Form

Seescape provide support for people with visual impairments, including advice and training on the latest equipment, gadgets and software that will help you live more independently, communicate easily with friends and family and enjoy your hobbies.

SeeScape also offers free NHS eye tests.

If you'd like to find out more or arrange an appointment, please get in touch using the details below.

Contact information
Email: info@seescape.org.uk
Phone: 01592 646728
Address: Wilson Avenue, Kirkcaldy

Seescape provide support for people with visual impairments, including advice and training on the latest equipment, gadgets and software that will help you live more independently, communicate easily with friends and family and enjoy your hobbies.

Seescape also offers free NHS eye tests.

If you'd like to find out more or arrange an appointment, please get in touch using the details below.

Contact information
Email: info@seescape.org.uk
Phone: 01592 646728
Address: Wilson Avenue, Kirkcaldy

A commode can be used as an alternative if you are unable to get to your toilet safely.

There are different types of commodes available so it is important to consider these to ensure you get one that is suitable for you. Various commodes can be loaned to you or purchased following an assessment of your needs.

Age UK offer free, discrete delivery of your choice pf products and can be contacted using the information below.

Contact information
Phone: 0800 849 8032
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday - 8am to 6pm, Friday - 8am to 5:30pm, Saturday - 9am to 1pm

The Red Cross also offer commodes with free delivery, and can be contacted by phoning on 844 89 300 90 or 01904 202154.

Lifeline 24 is a telephone-based system which you can use to summon help, call assistance, or give you reassurance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

The main role of the lifeline service is to obtain help for an elderly or disabled person when an emergency arises. The 'Lifeline' is connected to a control centre where there is always a control operator on duty to respond immediately. This operator is supported by a mobile warden service.

For more information, please use the following details.

Contact information
Website: Lifeline 24
Email: info@lifeline24.co.uk
Phone: 0800 999 0400 (Monday to Friday 8.30am -6pm, Saturday 9am -5pm)

Alternatively, the Fife Falls Response Team can be contacted by pressing Community Alarm, via your GP or NHS24 (Tel. 111).

Fife Council also provide a community alarm service. For further information call the Contact Centre on 03451 551503 to see whether you are eligible.

You have indicated that you do not go out as much as you used to because you don’t feel as comfortable talking to people.

Often discussing this with an organisation, or with someone who understands this difficulty, can relieve your fears and give you advice on what to do.

Advocacy services are provided by Fife Council as a relaxed, informal resource for people asking about mental health and well-being issues at a local level. To find out more, please use the details below.

Contact information
Website: Circles Network
Email: info@circlesnetwork.org.uk
Phone: 01788 816 671

The Mood Cafe can give you access to self help guides. if this is something you'd be interested in, please visit their website by following the link here.

If you would prefer to speak to someone, Breathing Space also offer a free confidential phone service for anyone in Scotland experiencing low mood, depression or anxiety.

If you'd like to get in touch, please use the following information.

Contact information
Website: Breathing Space
Phone: 0800 83 85 87

Associated materials

• Worcestershire mental health services

Seescape offers support to all residents of Fife with a visual impairment and it is their mission to improve the lives of all blind and partially sighted people living in Fife.

Although referrals often come from eye clinics, but their services are available to all residents and their families and friends. Your G.P. can refer you to a Consultant Ophthalmologist who can offer an appointment at the low vision clinic if this is needed.

At the clinic you can get advice and equipment, such as a magnifier to help with reading small print.

A Fife Rehabilitation Officer can advise on how to make the best use of remaining vision using lighting, magnification and colour contrast.

They do not sell or provide equipment but you can try out magnifiers and other equipment. Fife Sensory Impairment Centre can also supply information about local and national suppliers of the equipment.

If you would prefer to make your own arrangements you can contact Fife Sensory Impairment Centre and arrange an appointment.

To find out more or to get in touch, please use the information below.

Contact information
Website: Seescape
Email: info@seescape.org.uk
Phone: 01592 646728
Address: 13 Wilson Avenue, Kirkcaldy, KY2 5EF

Associated materials

• Low Vision Project– Participating Optometrists

Seescape provide support for people with visual impairments, including advice and training on the latest equipment, gadgets and software that will help you live more independently, communicate easily with friends and family and enjoy your hobbies.

Seescape also offers free NHS eye tests.

If you'd like to find out more or arrange an appointment, please get in touch using the details below.

Contact information
Email: info@seescape.org.uk
Phone: 01592 646728
Address: Wilson Avenue, Kirkcaldy