Scottish Nautical Welfare Society

Scottish Nautical Welfare Society



Contact details

Website: https://www.snws.org.uk/ 
Address: 937 Dumbarton Road, Glasgow, G14 9UF 
Telephone: 0141 337 2632 
Contact page: https://www.snws.org.uk/ 

What this organisation does

Scottish Nautical Welfare Society is a maritime welfare charity that supports former seafarers and their dependants. The organisation aims to promote the welfare of retired seafarers and provide assistance during difficult periods of life. Support includes financial assistance, welfare advice, home visiting services and social opportunities designed to reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.
The charity focuses on helping former seafarers remain connected, access available support and maintain their quality of life after leaving a seafaring career. 

Who can use the service

The service is intended for:
  • Former seafarers. 
  • Dependants of former seafarers. 
  • Widows of former seafarers. 
The charity states that its support is available to former seafarers and their dependants within the Central Belt of Scotland. 
If eligibility is unclear, prospective beneficiaries should contact the charity directly for guidance on geographic coverage and support criteria.

Support available

Financial support

The charity can:
  • Provide access to regular grants. 
  • Assist beneficiaries with applications for one-off grants from other nautical charities and organisations. 

Welfare support

The charity offers:
  • Home visiting services. 
  • Advice on accessing welfare services and wider support systems. 
  • Guidance on other avenues of assistance that may be available. 

Social activities and community engagement

The charity organises activities and events that help former seafarers stay socially connected, including:
  • A subsidised three-course lunch club held on Wednesdays.
  • Annual Christmas lunches. 
  • Social events and outings throughout the year. 
  • Opportunities to meet other former seafarers and build friendships. 

Features and benefits

The support provided by Scottish Nautical Welfare Society may help beneficiaries:
  • Access financial assistance during retirement or hardship. 
  • Identify and apply for support from maritime charities and welfare organisations. 
  • Receive practical welfare guidance through home visits and advice services. 
  • Reduce loneliness and social isolation through regular events and activities. 
  • Maintain connections with the seafaring community after leaving the industry. 

How to get help

  1. Visit the charity website: https://www.snws.org.uk/ 
  2. Contact the organisation by telephone on 0141 337 2632. 
  3. Discuss your circumstances and eligibility with the charity team.
  4. Ask about available grants, welfare support, home visits or social activities relevant to your needs.
  5. Where appropriate, seek assistance with applications to other maritime welfare organisations.

Things to check before contacting them

  • Whether you meet the charity's eligibility criteria as a former seafarer, widow or dependant. 
  • Whether the charity's geographical coverage applies to your location. 
  • Any documents that may help demonstrate your maritime background or current support needs.
  • Availability of specific grant programmes and social activities at the time of enquiry.
  • Official website: https://www.snws.org.uk/ 
  • Home page and support information: https://www.snws.org.uk/