To help with the rising cost of living there's a range of support in the local area.
While every effort has been made to provide accurate and up-to-date information on this website, this may be subject to change at short notice. Always double-check before heading out
Staying Safe and Keeping Well
The ‘Staying Safe and Keeping Well’ booklet contains useful tips and information which anyone in Fife can use when trying to cope with difficult issues.
Please check with organisations for up-to-date contact times.
Foodbanks and community cafés
Below is a list of locations and organisations supporting the people of Fife by providing short term access to emergency food and support for people experiencing a crisis.
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Cosy Café
Buckhaven Baptist Church, College Street, Buckhaven
Community Café
Our Cosy Café is open weekly in Buckhaven where everyone is welcome to come along and share lunch with us, take part in activities and connect with others. We also operate a larder which can be accessed for £2 (while supplies last) however lunch and activities are free.
Referral required: No.
Opening hours: Wednesdays 10.00am to 1.00pm
Free/donation
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Hame Fae Hame
The Centre, 1 Broomieknowe, Leven, KY8 4QP
Community Café
A warm welcome with great food and great banter.
Referral required: No.
Opening hours: Thursdays from 12.00pm to 2.00pm
Free/donation
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Homestart Hub
The Craft Centre, Letham Glen, Leven KY8 4SH
Community Café
We provide a welcoming space in The Glen for the community to come along and connect with each other, build friendships, take part in activities and enjoy some hot food and refreshments.
Referral required: No.
Opening hours: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10.00am to 2.00pm.
Free
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Levenmouth Food Bank and Cafe Connect
Methil Evangelical Church, Bowling Green Street, Methil, KY8 3DH
Food Bank and Community Cafe
The Foodbank offers 3 days food, 3 meals per day per person on the referral voucher. We also give toiletries, nappies, pet food etc. Cafe Connect runs Tuesdays between 10am - 12pm offering hot filled rolls, cereal, toast and fruit Thursdays 12-2pm offering homemade soup and pudding. People can access free use of laptops, phones, our pool table and newspapers. We also have external agencies who available for advice, support and information.
Referral required: Yes. Cafe Connect is open door policy, anyone welcome Foodbank is referral only
Opening hours: Food parcels are fulfilled by referral only, with appointments offered for pick up on Monday and Friday from 3.30pm.
Free
levenmouth.foodbank.org.uk/
info@levenmouth.foodbank.org.uk
01333 439 202
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MCCI (Methil Community Children's Initiative)
Methilhill Community Learning Garden, 130 Sea Road, Methil, Leven KY8 2GW
Community Café
Come along and enjoy a plate of homemade soup or stovies and freshly made to order sandwiches. Everyone is welcome to pop in, it's a great opportunity to meet new people. There is no charge for the café, but there is a donation jar if you'd like to contribute. We look forward to seeing you.
Referral required: No.
Opening hours: Mondays and Fridays (from 21st October 2024) during school term time between 11.30pm and 1.00pm.
Free/donation
www.mcci-clubs.co.uk
mcci@hotmail.co.uk
01592 719422
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Open Door Meals
Smart Hall, St Kenneths Church, Cupar Rd, Kennoway , Fife KY8 5LR
Food Bank
We can provide food parcels as well as a free meal and place to stay and chat. Someone to talk to and help if in any kind of need. No assessment or paperwork. All very welcome. Children under 16 must be accompanied by responsible adult.
Referral required: No.
Please note: Wednesdays 5.30pm to 6.00pm for Foodbank parcels 5.00pm - 7.00pm for a free three course meal
Free
07715 506 712
Cafe Inc
Cafe Inc is a free lunch club for children and young people in Fife during the school holidays. No need to book, no criteria, free for all. Venues across Fife. Just pop in and grab a bag of tasty food to go.
Cafe Inc is not available over the Christmas break but you can still find details of local food providers online. Opening times may change over the festive period so please check with the venue beforehand.
Warm Welcome/ Community Assistance
Warm Welcome venues will be established in various venues and settings across the area which are designed to offer safe, warm places for people in our communities to spend time, participate in activities and access support.
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Buckhaven Community Centre
Kinnear Street, Buckhaven
Organisation: Warm Welcomes @ Buckhaven
Opening hours • Wednesday: 1-3pm
What's on offer: Everyone is welcome to join Barry from Levenmouth CLD team at Buckhaven Community Centre for a cuppa and activities
Additional info: Closed on 25th Dec and 1st Jan
01592 583472
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Coaltown of Wemyss Bowling Club
88 Main Street, Coaltown of Wemyss
Organisation: Wemyss Warm Welcomes
Opening hours • Thursday: 12-2pm
What's on offer: Come along and join us at our warm welcome at the Bowling Club, everyone is welcome to come along and join us for lunch, a chance to meet up with local people and take part in activities.
Additional info: TBC
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East Wemyss Senior Citizens Centre
79 Main Road East Wemyss
Organisation: East Wemyss C.A.F.E.
Opening hours • Tuesday: 12-2pm
What's on offer: Fresh homemade soup and endless cups of tea and coffee for anyone who would like to join us at our community cafe
Additional info: Closed 24th and 31st Dec
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Kennoway Bowling Club
Cupar Road, Kennoway
Organisation: Warm Welcomes
Opening hours • Sunday: 1-3pm
What's on offer: We provide a warm welcome in our community where everyone is welcome to join us for a hot lunch, chance to chat and join in with activities
Additional info: TBC
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Kennoway Community Shed
Leven Road, Kennoway
Organisation: Cosy Happy Space
Opening hours • Tuesday: 10-2pm • Thursday: 10-2pm • Friday: 10-2pm
What's on offer: Cosy Happy Space would like to welcome the community in to have a cuppa, share lunch and have a chance to chat and take part in activities
Additional info: Closed 21st December and reopen 7th Jan
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Leven Bowling Club
The Links, Leven
Organisation: Together for a Blether
Opening hours • Wednesday: 1:30-4pm
What's on offer: Blether Together is a weekly warm welcomes for all. Join us for hot refreshements and a good chance to chat.
Additional info: TBC
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Leven Parish Church
7 Durie Street, Leven
Organisation: The Gathering Place
Opening hours • Thursday: 11:30-2pm
What's on offer: All welcome to come for lunch and a chat with some friendly faces. Activities on offer too
Additional info: Closed 26th Dec and 2nd Jan
office@levenparish.co.uk
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Memorial Park Neighbourhood Centre
Wellesley Road Methil
Organisation: The Thursday Club
Opening hours • Thursday: 5-8pm
What's on offer: The Thursday Club is run by The Rotary Club and offers people in the community of all ages a warm friendly welcome and a hot evening meal between 5-6:30pm with activities such as bingo on afterwards
Additional info: TBC
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Rosie and McDuff Hall
Alexander Street East Wemyss
Organisation: Cosy Rosie
Opening hours • Thursday: 12-2pm
What's on offer: Cosy Rosie would like to welcome you in to their friendly local warm welcome. Everyone is welcome to come along for a hot lunch and stay to take part in our activities.
Additional info: Closed 26th Dec and 2nd Jan
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Sandy Brae Community Centre
Sandy Brae, Kennoway
Organisation: Warm Welcomes @ Sandy Brae
Opening hours • Thursday: 1-2pm
What's on offer: Everyone is welcome to join Lisa from Levenmouth CLD team at Sandy Brae Community Centre for a cuppa and activities
Additional info: Closed 26th Dec and 2nd Jan
01334 659475
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The Auld Hoose
Milton Road, Windygates
Organisation: Winter Warm Welcomes
Opening hours • Thursday: 12-2pm • Friday: 12-2pm
What's on offer: Come along to our community warm welcome for a hot meal beside the roaring fire, a read of the paper and a game or 2 of dominos
Additional info: Closed 20/26/27 Dec and 2/3 Jan
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The Craft Centre in Letham Glen
Scoonie Brae, Leven
Organisation: Homestart Hub in The Glen
Opening hours • Friday: 10-2pm • Saturday: 10-2pm • Sunday: 10-2pm
What's on offer: We provide a welcoming space in The Glen for the community to come along and connect with each other, build friendships, take part in activities and enjoy some hot food and refreshments.
Additional info: Open 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 27th, 28th and 29th December
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The Shed @ Bayview
Harbour View, Methil
Organisation: Warm Welcomes @ The Shed
Opening hours • Thursday: 10-1pm
What's on offer: Head along to The Shed for a lovely bowl of soup, a chance to take part in activities and learn new skills and to meet new people
Additional info: TBC
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Windygates Bowling Club
Leven Road, Windygates
Organisation: Bowls of Warmth
Opening hours • Tuesday: 12-3pm • Friday: 6-8pm (Every second Friday starting 22nd Nov )
What's on offer: Bowls of Warmth provides a space for people to come together, enjoy hot food whilst getting involved in a range of events, including meals, games nights for all ages, quizzes and theme nights
Additional info: Closed on 24th, 27th, 31st Dec and 3rd Jan
Community Job Clubs and Welfare support
Local welfare staff are available to offer support on a number of different topics such as:
Community Job Clubs
- A space where people can get access to a PC to undertake job searches
- Support to develop and create CVS or supporting statements
- Support to apply for jobs
- Information on vocational and non-vocational training opportunities in their local area
- Information on how to connect with volunteering opportunities
Welfare support
- Benefit Checking – to ensure you’re receiving everything you’re entitle to
- Support with completing benefit applications
- Help with crisis support such as crisis grants, other financial support and access to food
- Information on other support services and help accessing them
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