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Partners of Autistic Adults Group

Fife One Stop Shop

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The Partners of Autistic Adults Group is for adults aged 18+ who live in Fife and have an autistic partner/spouse with either an autism diagnosis or who self-identify as autistic. This group offers as informal space to further explore autism and allow for helpful discussion around a range of themes and strategies to support. A member of the One Stop Shop team will be present to offer perspectives and advice.  

If you have not had contact with the One Stop Shop previously, and would like to chat to the group host or arrange a visit to the One Stop Shop before you come to the group, please contact us at fifeoss@scottishautism.org or telephone 01592 645350.   

To find out more, email fifeoss@scottishautism.org  

Meet the Hosts

Ross Parker, Community Advisor

Ross has been a Community Advisor at Scottish Autism since October 2021 and recently joined the One Stop Shop in July 2023. Previous to this, Ross had 10 years of experience as a Support Worker. Ross was diagnosed as autistic at the age of 19 and has a Master’s Degree in Autism Studies and an Undergraduate Degree in Social Sciences.

In his current role, Ross works at the Fife One Stop Shop. Alongside providing support to families of autistic young people through the Flourish programme, Ross also leads the Autistic Adult Peer Support Network in Fife. Providing both online and in-person support to autistic individuals, parents and carers. He also provides training to businesses and professionals via Scottish Autism’s external training programme.

Ross’s key interests are in helping autistic adults navigate their place within the autistic community and using his own experiences to develop and provide training.

Gemma Czyzewski – Community Advisor

I joined the Fife One Stop Shop in Spring 2022. Since studying for a psychology degree, I have worked within a range of roles supporting autistic and/or people with learning disabilities, as well as families. Most recently, I was a development worker supporting Citizen Advocacy partnerships. 

I am passionate about ensuring that autistic people have a voice within their lives, as well as supporting people to become better connected within their local communities. 

I enjoying walking in the countryside, paddleboarding and yoga.
Date
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 - 13:00 to 14:30
Fife One Stop Shop New Volunteer House
16 Fergus Place
Kirkcaldy
KY1 1XT

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Date: Tuesday 7th May 2024
Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
Location: One Stop Shop, First Floor, New Volunteer House, 16 Fergus Place, Kirkcaldy, KY1 1XT 

Booking: If you wish to come along to the group, please book your place by sending an email to: fifeoss@scottishautism.org 

Maximum number of attendees: