New! NE Fife ADHD Adult Group
When? Starting 2nd December, 6-8pm in Zest Café, St Andrews!
As most folk are aware, many of our team at the café are neurodivergent. Through conversation with them, and our 3rd Sector partners it was evident that there just isn’t enough support for people with ADHD in NE Fife, and that Fife groups tend to be in Dunfermline/Kirkcaldy….quite far to travel!
Since 2023 there has been a severe shortage of ADHD meds, with people unable to get them at all, being restricted, or on a massive wait list. Not just the medication but there is also a huge waiting list for people to be diagnosed (unless you can afford to go privately). So, what could we do to help?
Zest reached out to ADHD Dundee & Angus https://www.adhddasupport.org/ who have been operating as a charity providing ADHD support, coaching, and workshops since 2013. They have an excellent reputation and when we met up with them…we know why – they are great at what they do!
With our new collaboration we will be running a monthly support group for adults (18yrs +) as a 6-month pilot. This gives us a chance to hear what is needed/wanted in our area and help people learn the skills to make living with ADHD more manageable…. oh and of course…meet some new people!
ADHD Adult Support Group FAQ’s
Who is running the group?
- ADHD Dundee & Angus! This is their 1st group in NE Fife
- They have 10 years + experience as an ADHD Charity
- Alison is also a qualified ADHD coach
- There will be 2 facilitators available for each session
- See https://www.adhddasupport.org for more information on who they are & what they do!
Drop in – What to Expect
- Free to attend!
- We expect about 10-20 people per group
- Relaxed environment, 20-minute presentation to start, 20 minute from a Guest Speaker, refreshment break then facilitated discussion learning from each other’s lived experience
- You can participate as much or as little as you like, no pressure
- Worried about going somewhere new? Feel free to pop into Zest Café and see the layout, get familiar with the venue before attending!
- Nervous about coming along – don’t worry! It’s a new group and everyone will be in the same boat.
- Feel free to bring a friend or family member
Who can attend?
- Anyone with a diagnosis or waiting on assessment, everyone is at different stages of their ADHD journey
- Anyone questioning if they have ADHD & wishing to learn more
- Friends or family can come with you
- Anyone aged 18yrs or older – this is an adult group.
Where?
- Zest Café, 93-95 South Street, St Andrews, KY16 9QW
- The 1st Monday of every month, 6-8pm (except Jan which is on the 7th due to holidays)
- Parking is available on street outside & free after 5pm
- St Andrews bus station is a 10-minute walk away
- Disabled access is available for wheelchair users
- A venue 360 virtual tour is on the website https://wearezest.co.uk/360-virtual-tour/
How to join?
- Just come along on the night!
- Register with ADHD Dundee & Angus for email &/or text reminders
- Contact ADHD Dundee & Angus for more information
- If you would like email &/or text reminders just contact – info@adhddasupport.org and they will send a reminder 1 week before the group, and another the day before.
What will I get from joining?
- Shared coping strategies & experiences with others
- Meet new people
- Information on other support out there
- Learn more about ADHD as a condition
- Tips for managing your symptoms
Come along & join us for a relaxed, informative and fun evening – or simply just help to share and get the word out to those who could benefit! See you there xx