Support
We offer a wide range of support to lone parents in Fife be it one to one support, home visits, group support or support over the phone. Having someone to talk to can really lift a weight off your shoulders and the emotional and practical support we can provide is designed to ease your worries.
We also offer support to those interested in further education or training. See our Student Support section for more information.
Support Workers
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Jenny Kirk - Development Worker (Central Fife)
Jenny joined us in 2004 and brought with her a variety of knowledge gained from a wide range of previous roles, including experience in supporting children with disabilities and their families, youth work and playgroup development. With an interest in complementary therapies, confidence building and all things arty and/or green, Jenny is always up for new challenges so get in touch if you have any bright ideas brewing. Her perfect day would include a trip in a hot air balloon with her favourite people. She's not afraid of anything but has a healthy respect for millipedes! Contact Jenny on 01333 303124. |
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Joanne Milligan - Support Work Team Leader
Our newest Jo joined the Fife Gingerbread team in April 2009 and is the Support Work Team Leader. She was previously a Family support worker for Contact a Family, supporting parents and carers of disabled children. This role gave her in-depth knowledge of the benefits, health, education, and the impact of caring for a disabled child on the family unit. The best part of the job was actually being able to make a difference to people's lives - something she hopes to continue in her new role. Jo's perfect day includes being pampered at a beautiful, tranquil spa while toasting her lottery win with some champagne! If she had her way, Colin Firth would be invited to join her at the spa! |
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Michelle Campbell - Support Worker (North & East Fife)
Michelle joined the Gingerbread team in January 2010. Michelle was instrumental in the success of the Buddy Project and is now sharing her knowledge as part of the Support Team. Michelle's background is ideal for working within Fife Gingerbread and we're delighted to have her as part of the team. Michelle's favourite film is Bridget Jones' Diary as she can empathise with the big pants! Her favourite food is pasta, pasta and more pasta and her big fear is of heights! To contact Michelle call: 01333 303124 |
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Heather Gilmour - Teen Parent Worker (Levenmouth) Heather's favourite food is anything Italian. She loves musicals, especially Mama Mia and she's terrified of cats! To contact Heather call the office on 01333 303124. |
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Angela Campbell - Student Support Worker Angela joined us in September 2011. She is here to support lone parents to get back into education or to find out what they want from education and learning. Come back soon for more information on Angela. To contact Angela call the office on 01333 303124. |
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Louise Morris - Teen Parent Worker (Kirkcaldy) Louise Joined Fife Gingerbread in November 2011 as the new Teen Parent Worker for Kirkcaldy. Her role is to provide 1:1 and group support, information and advice to teen parents in the Kirkcaldy area of Fife. Louise loves listening to all kinds of music, the colour purple and eating Indian food. Contact Louise on - 0773 021 8551 |
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Hazel Ratcliffe - Support Work Assistant Hazel is the Support Worker for the West Fife area providing emotional & practical support to lone parents. She is very passionate about her work, having previously volunteered for over 2 years, she loves her job a lot, making this her dream post! Hazel loves food in general though her favourite is Chinese. She likes a lot of music from Take That, Olly Murs to Bruno Mars & Snow Patrol. She is really looking forward to seeing The Stone Roses at T in the Park this year! |