Our work on health and fitness - Seafarers Hospital Society

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To help you live an independent and active life, both in work and in retirement, the Seafarers Hospital Society is continually developing its work to meet the health and fitness needs of seafarers.

Physiotherapy

Working as a seafarer or fisher is one of the UK’s most challenging jobs and the number of work-related injuries is high. Time spent working at sea means it can be difficult to get treatment, so the Seafarers Hospital Society supports free, fast-track physiotherapy treatment for working seafarers.

You can access free physiotherapy via the Harbourside Physiotherapy Network or through the Connect Physioline for elsewhere in the UK.

Harbourside Physiotherapy Network

In partnership with Harbourside Physiotherapy we have developed a network of physiotherapists who have practices close to the harbour. Network members in Cornwall, Devon, Scotland, and Northern Ireland, provide free treatment to working fishers. They are trained and supported to provide a holistic and preventative approach to physiotherapy services.

To book an appointment phone Harbourside Physiotherapy on 01736 366 224. Lines are open: Monday-Thursday 8:30am to 8pm, Friday 8:30am to 4pm. Saturday 9am to 12pm.

Connect PhysioLine

Since 2011 SHS have been funding a free nationwide physiotherapy service for working seafarers run by Connect Health. The service is available to merchant seafarers, and fishers throughout the UK. Phone 0191 247 5000.

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The SeaFit Programme

The SeaFit Programme is a joint initiative from the Seafarers Hospital Society and The Fishermen’s Mission, working in partnership to deliver sustainable improvements in the health and wellbeing of fishers and their families around the United Kingdom.

Fast-track physiotherapy

Working as a seafarer is one of the UK's most challenging jobs and the number of work-related injuries is high. Time spent at sea means it can be difficult to get treatment, so the Seafarers Hospital Society supports free, fast-track physiotherapy for working seafarers.

Grants to seafarers

Life can be unpredictable, no matter how carefully you plan. Sudden illness, unexpected changes in circumstances, the loss of someone you love - can cause financial and emotional distress. That's where we come in. We can help with unpaid bills and grants for essential household goods, disability aids and equipment, and other expenses.