Fife Gingerbread Buddy Project

Life can be hard even at the best of times for carers and it can often feel a million times worse when you are a lone parent. If you feel like this Fife Gingerbread can help you!
The Buddy Project is free to any lone parent in Fife and aims to provide a variety of support that lone parents need, when they need it.
Buddies will meet regularly and offer:
A relationship that focuses on you, not the children!
A smiling face, a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on if needed.
An extra pair of hands, because one pair isn't always enough.
The confidence to try new activities - isn't it easier to go places with someone else?
Practical help, because two heads are better than one!
Who can have a Buddy?
If you are a lone parent living in Fife, YOU can have a buddy!
How long do I have a Buddy for?
It’s completely up to you! Some lone parents feel they need the extra support when they first become single, others prefer it a few years down the line. Some people prefer to have a buddy on a regular basis whereas others find they only need one occasionally – Fife Gingerbread can arrange support that suits you. A buddy can be accessed at any point of being a lone parent and you can change your mind at any time.
Who are the Buddies?
All of the Fife Gingerbread Buddies are very special people and have been picked because of their friendly, open-minded approach and their genuine interest and enthusiasm. Buddies come from all backgrounds and walks of life. The one thing all Buddies have in common is that they know what it feels like to be a lone parent. This may be because they are a lone parent and have been there themselves or they may have experience and training relevant to lone parent issues.
Fife Gingerbread Buddies:
· Will meet you wherever and whenever you want.
· Will go with you to a class or outing
· Will offer support in a range of areas.
· Won’t judge you.
· Are selected carefully for their friendliness and understanding.
· Are fully approved and trained.
Are the meetings confidential?
Of course! Everything you say will be kept confidential within Fife Gingerbread. The only exception to this would be if there was a concern about the safety of your child(ren). Fife Gingerbread are here to support you and provide you with the best support you need and want – all information they hold will be used solely for this purpose!
Can I become a Buddy?
Fife Gingerbread are always on the lookout for people to become new Buddies. If you have a few hours a week to help others, learn new skills and have fun then please get in touch for more details. Call them on 01333 303124 or email them at info@fifegingerbread.org.uk or visit the website on http://www.fifegingerbread.org.uk/