People may lose interest in going out for a whole variety of reasons, including illness, bereavement or an unexpected life event.

If you are worried about this you can speak to your GP for advice and support. Your GP may also be able to find out if there are any local support groups in Fife.

You can also contact Alzheimer's Scotland for additional support and advice if you are concerned about your memory in particular.

Samaritans is a local service that promotes well-being by providing information or arranging a time to meet up and talk. If you would like to contact their national service, please use the information below.

Contact information
Website: Samaritans
Email: jo@samaritans.org

For more local support, please get in touch with the Samaritans office for your area.

Organisation: Samaritans Dunfermline
Phone: 01383 722222

Organisation: Samaritans Kirkcaldy
Phone: 01592 654242

To search for community groups, organisations, information and support in Fife please visit www.onyourdoorstepfife.org/.

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If you have a permanent and severe sight impairment that cannot be corrected by glasses and are having difficulty in walking around safely and/or using public transport, you may benefit from the services offered by SeeScape.

SeeScape will offer training on travelling independently and the use of appropriate mobility aids. In addition they help with sighted guide techniques and confidence building.

If you'd like to get in touch, please use the details below.

Contact information
Website: SeeScape
Email: info@fifesociety.com
Phone: 01592 644 979
Address: Sensory Impairment Centre, 13 Wilson Avenue, Kirkcaldy, KY2 5EF