Here you will find news articles, press releases and occasional blogs about the charity's activities.
Curnie Clubs promote Social Inclusion
“Curnie is an old Scots word for a small gathering of people” said John Hamilton, Chairman at FASS (Fife Alcohol Support Service) based in Kirkcaldy, “and the Curnie Clubs that FASS runs do help to address social isolation and loneliness and promote social inclusion at different locations all over Fife.”
He continued “It's basically getting out of the house for a cuppa and a good blether, being accepted for who and what you are; it's also meeting new friends, having some laughter, getting creative with arts and crafts, also baking and cooking and even going on outings, visits and walks. Curnie Clubs do all of these activities!”
The Face of Volunteering
Kirkcaldy radio presenter and author, Lisa Young recently hosted another great episode of her successful Holding the Space radio show on K107FM. This time Lisa explored the world of volunteering with the staff and volunteers of local charity Fife Alcohol Support Service.
The Face of Volunteering featured interviews with volunteers, staff and trustees of the charity recorded during their recent Annual General Meeting. In the interviews, they talk candidly about their personal experiences of volunteering, why and how they began and offer many insights into the work of the charity.
Lisa explained “It was a pleasure to hear the stories of volunteering from FASS and how they, in their 41st year, help others in the community”
The show can be heard here
The Face of Volunteering with Fife Alcohol Support Service (FASS) is also available as a Podcast on most major hosts.
Tackling isolation and loneliness with Curnie Clubs
John Hamilton, who is Chairperson at Fife Alcohol Support Service (FASS) was very enthusiastic when we asked him about Curnie Clubs.
“This is one of our newer ideas to tackle isolation and loneliness at the heart of our communities in Fife. We started Curnie Clubs back in September 2016 and we have been very fortunate to have this operation funded by the National Lottery Community Fund, so as not to divert money from our other more traditional activities.”
“Curnie Clubs have from the outset been very much service user, or peer led with our understanding of need focused at a very local level. There has been wonderful organic growth into various communities, originally starting in Kirkcaldy, Dunfermline, Cupar and Methil, and we have now expanded even further into Cowdenbeath and 2 groups in Glenrothes.”
Our Brilliant Volunteers!
We wouldn't be able to operate our Outreach Counselling Service without our brilliant team of volunteers who give up their own time to help others.
Fife Alcohol Support Service (FASS) are currently looking for Volunteer Trainee Counsellors!
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