New walk-in health service to help Scarborough fishermen
A new walk-in service has come to Scarborough to help fishermen with their wellbeing and physical and mental health.
A new walk-in service has come to Scarborough to help fishermen with their wellbeing and physical and mental health.
The Health Trainers’ ‘Working with Fishermen’ service has come to the town, allowing the team to work with local fishermen and their dependants, following a successful two year pilot on the Holderness coast from Bridlington to Withernsea.
The NHS Health Trainer service is part of Humber Teaching NHS Foundation Trust, and they aim to provide a depth of knowing and an opportunity to those looking to make positive lifestyle changes. The service supports individuals in the Yorkshire and Humber region to live a healthier lifestyle, through tailored services which provide a person-centred approach.
The introduction of this programme is designed to improve the physical and mental health and wellbeing of fishermen in Scarborough.
Working from within a mobile vehicle near Scarborough Lifeboat Station, the Health Trainers can support, motivate and guide service users from the local fishing community in addressing any health, social, economic and wellbeing concerns.
As part of this project, the team will introduce the SeaFit programme to local residents who require support for:
• Weight management
• Healthy Eating
• Smoking Cessation
• Alcohol and Addictions
• Isolation and Loneliness
• Financial help
• Welfare
• Emotional Wellbeing
The SeaFit programme is a joint initiative between the Seafarers Hospital Society and The Fishermen’s Mission, to deliver sustainable improvements in the health and wellbeing of fishermen and their families around the United Kingdom.
Working with local partners, the team can also provide regular health and body composition checks raising the awareness of the preventative measures of long term health conditions.