Fishing Partnership Support Services
Fishing Partnership Support Services, founded in 1997, serves over 20,000 New England fishing families with a range of health, safety, and economic support services through its offices in Gloucester, New Bedford, Plymouth, and Chatham, MA.
Founders
Founded in 1997, Fishing Partnership Support Services focuses on supporting New England fishing families. Since its inception, it has grown to serve over 20,000 families in the expansive fishing communities along the eastern seaboard.
Services
Fishing Partnership Support Services provides a variety of support services designed to aid fishing families. These include Health and Wellness programs, Safety at Sea training, and Economic Security services. Additionally, the organization offers preventative healthcare programs at harbors, such as vaccinations and screenings, and Narcan training to address opioid use disorder among fishermen.
Safety Training
Fishing Partnership Support Services specializes in offering comprehensive safety training sessions for fishermen. The organization's training programs include Safety at Sea Training, Drill Conductor Certification, CPR & First Aid Classes, and Fishing Vessel Stability Awareness Classes. These programs are essential for enhancing the safety and preparedness of fishing personnel.
Economic Security Programs
The organization provides several economic security programs to support the financial stability of fishing families. These include financial planning workshops and webinars, as well as unemployment assistance. Specific initiatives like the Ted Williams Memorial Scholarship Fund offer advanced safety training, contributing to the skill development and economic security of fishermen.
Health and Wellness Programs
Fishing Partnership Support Services delivers various health and wellness programs to promote the well-being of fishermen and their families. This includes health insurance enrollment assistance for Massachusetts residents, mental health support through a partnership with Riverside Trauma Center, and wellness events for female fishermen designed to foster connections and camaraderie.
Regional Support and Community Programs
The organization operates four offices located in Gloucester, New Bedford, Plymouth, and Chatham, MA. It also hosts community-oriented initiatives such as the New Bedford Port Welcome Program, which assists visiting commercial fishermen, and the Coffee mate program that connects visiting fishermen with local fishermen in New Bedford. These programs help build a supportive community network for fishermen along the eastern seaboard from Maine to the Carolinas.