STAND is to begin operating Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Spaces across Fife over the coming weeks. These are excellent spaces for those affected by dementia- directly, or through their connection to someone with dementia- to gain peer support, learn about the services available for further help, and take part in fun and creative activities designed to keep the brain active.
STAND Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Spaces
Created: 18/08/2022
STAND Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Spaces
STAND is a Scottish Charity (SC051652) It exists to support people across Fife who are affected by changes to their memory and day to day functioning.
STAND is in the process of setting up Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Spaces across the Kingdom.
The unique feature of these spaces is that they are led by people living with a diagnosis of dementia and their families and friends, supported by workers and volunteers.
A Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Space is for you if:
- You are worried about your memory and think you may be developing dementia;
- You are worried about a family member or friend who is struggling with memory;
- You are being investigated for changes to your memory and day to day functioning;
- You have been diagnosed with dementia and are waiting for Post Diagnostic Support;
- You are in the mild to moderate stages of dementia;
- You are actively supporting someone who has a diagnosis of dementia.
What A Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Space can offer you:
- A chance to meet and chat with other people in a similar situation over a cuppa and some food;
- An opportunity to talk to your peers, workers and volunteers and to find out what services and support might be available to you;
- The chance to join in with fun and creative activities that will help you to stay well and keep your brain active.
Locations of STAND Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Spaces (They all meet weekly)
- Kennoway Community Shed – Monday afternoons, 1330 – 1600
- North East Fife Community Hub – Tuesdays
- Ostlers House, Kirkcaldy – Wednesday mornings, 1030 – 1230, starting 31 August 2022. (Entrance via the Day Centre Door – no need to wear masks)
- Kinghorn Community Centre – Thursday mornings, 1030 1230
STAND Dementia Friendly Meeting Centre Spaces in Development:
- Eats Rosyth
- Levenmouth area
- Dunfermline
If you would like any more information about the Spaces call Ruth McCabe on 07341 842567 or e-mail
To attend the Spaces you need to be able to look after yourself. If this is not possible, you need to bring someone with you who can support you.
The Spaces are free. However, a donation towards the food refreshments would be welcomed. The recommended amount is £5 per person for a 2 hour session.
The above information is from Fife Voluntary Action (FVA) Health and Social Care e-Bulletin - September 2022 Thu 01/09/2022