This week (11th-17th May) is Mental Health Awareness Week, a national campaign led by the Mental Health Foundation. This year’s theme, “Take Action”, focuses on the small things we can all do to support our mental wellbeing.

We know wellbeing is about more than just physical health. Staying active, feeling connected, being part of a community, and knowing where to go for support can all make a real difference to how we feel.

Across our venues and programmes, we’re proud to support people across Fife to become and stay active and well. Whether that’s through exercise, social connection, community programmes, or providing welcoming spaces where people can access support, we know local venues can play an important role in wellbeing.

Finding support in Fife

Did you know that Duloch Leisure Centre is home to The Well, a free support service available to anyone in Fife aged 16 and over.

The Well offers a welcoming space where people can access information, advice, and practical support to help them stay well, independent, and connected in their local community.

The Well can help with:

• Finding local activities, groups, and community opportunities.
• Support if you’re feeling lonely or isolated.
• Advice around physical and mental wellbeing.
• Help completing forms or accessing services.
• Housing and financial wellbeing support.
• Bereavement support.
• Support for carers.
• Connecting with local organisations and health professionals.

As a community venue, we’re proud that Duloch Leisure Centre can help provide access to important local wellbeing support like The Well.

You can find The Well at:

Duloch Leisure Centre
(in the library on the first floor)
Nightingale Place KY11 8LW

Every Monday, 1pm to 3pm.

If you’d like to find out more about The Well, please visit the Fife Health and Social Care Partnership website at: https://www.fifehealthandsocialcare.org/your-community/the-well/

National wellbeing resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, support is available.

Helpful resources include:

• Mental Health Foundation – Information and resources for Mental Health Awareness Week
• NHS Every Mind Matters – Practical wellbeing advice and free personalised support tools
• Mind – Mental health advice and support services
• Andy’s Man Club – Free peer-to-peer support groups for men aged 18+
• Samaritans – Free emotional support available 24 hours a day
• Breathing Space – Confidential support service for people across Scotland

Small actions, like reaching out, moving more, speaking to someone, or accessing support, can make a big difference.