Organisations What do these welfare organizations do?

Welfare organizations in the Port of Rotterdam play a crucial role in the lives of seafarers. These men and women are often away from home for extended periods and may find themselves in a foreign environment. The welfare organizations offer them a support system and a listening ear.

Some examples of the support that welfare organizations can provide:

• Arranging transportation to and from the port, through minibuses driven by volunteers, taxi services, or bicycles;
• Providing information about the city and its surroundings: where are the shops, where is the nearest nature reserve, where can I go for administrative matters;
• Offering medical care and advice.
• Organizing trips and activities;
• Providing a listening ear for personal problems and offering psychological support;
• Facilitating religious gatherings and providing spiritual guidance.