Help Disabled People
Coordinator | Marion
Coordinator | Marion
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Highlights
Explore Ecuador, one of the most amazing and diverse countries in the world
Improve your Spanish skills while giving back to society
Boost your CV adding international volunteer experience
Grow as a person by broadening your intercultural skills
Make memories you will never forget during excursions
Show your compassion for children and adults with disabilities by teaching them different subjects, participating in recreational activities, and providing therapy.
This volunteer program is especially suitable for:
Age 18+
Singles
Couples
50+
In 1990, this charity organization dedicated to helping people with chronic illnesses and disabilities was founded. It offered free medical care in the capital of Ecuador to people in need. Seven years later, the foundation established a education and rehabilitation center for children and adults with Down's syndrome as well as infants with special needs such as autism, language difficulties and mental health problems. Today, the charity is one of the most important institutions in Quito to provide disabled people with various therapeutic measures. Often, patients are from poor families who can not afford expensive hospital treatments.
The rehabilitation center is located in Quito, about ten minutes by bus from the office of our in-country coordinators.
Volunteer work always starts on Mondays. The first day serves as an
orientation day. All new participants will join a tour of Quito to get
to know the city. You will learn how to use public transport, safety,
do's and don'ts in Quito, etc. The following Tuesday your volunteer work
will start.
Typical day
The center is dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of children and adults with Down syndrome and other disabilities. Various therapy forms are offered to stimulate and develop the skills and health of the patients. Depending on your qualifications and experience, you will assist in the following activities:
• Speech therapy
• Physical therapy
• Health programs
• Classes
• Free time activities
• Sports program
• Mealtimes
Most important is your support of the therapist in the daily tasks with the patients. In the morning, patients receive physical therapies designed to encourage the development of writing and painting skills.
Once a week, you will accompany the patients and caregivers on horse therapy, a very effective form of disability treatment. In addition, the patients regularly participate in the swimming therapy, where you can also help.
Note: The tasks may vary. They depend on factors such as number of
volunteers, weather, season, current needs of the project, as well as
self-motivation. Not every volunteer may be fully involved in all these
tasks.
Free-time activities
With its rich pre-Columbian history, the capital
of Ecuador was founded on the ruins of an Inca city, and nowadays offers
everything a modern traveler may need. Quito remains one of the best preserved
historic city centers in Latin America and UNESCO declared it a world heritage
site. This huge city stretches over a fabulous Andean valley surrounded
by volcanic peaks. Among its streets, you can find 40 churches and chapels, 16
convents and monasteries with their respective cloisters, 17 squares, 12
convent and refractory courtyards, 12 museums and innumerable beautiful patios.
Just 33 kilometers north of Quito is
the Middle of the World, the place with the line that divides the planet earth
in the northern and southern hemisphere.
Further north, an hour's drive from Quito, is Otavalo, the largest indigenous
market in the world. To the south, about a hundred kilometers away, you can
visit Latacunga and the Cotopaxi National Park, with the very high volcano of
the same name. Further south the cities of Ambato and Baños are worth a visit,
with the spectacular view of the Tungurahua volcano, which can be climbed to
the top. Especially Baños is real fun place to visit due to countless of
sports and adrenaline activities.
Swimming
Concert/
Music
Music
Sightseeing
Shopping/
Souvenirs
Souvenirs
Climbing
Hiking
Museum/
Opera
Opera
Sports
Yoga/
Meditation
Meditation
Requirements
In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.
You need to speak Spanish (intermediate level)
at High School level
CV and Volunteer Questionnaire
No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.
Your helping hand will be required on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
What's Included
- Homestay, single room
- Half-board (breakfast, dinner)
- Consultation from our experienced staff
- Translation of application profile
- Volunteer work placement
- Advice regarding travel insurance
- Advice on local travels
- Orientation session upon arrival
- Orientation kit
- Country handbook
- Local support
- 24/7 Emergency Number
- Certificate of Participation
Airport pick-up can be added at an extra cost.
During this project, you will be accommodated with a local host family. You will have your own private bedroom, and share bathrooms and living areas with other family members. This is the perfect way to learn about the country’s culture and immerse yourself in Spanish.
Half-board (breakfast, dinner) is provided.
Good access at the project site
Visa, flights, travel insurance or vaccinations are NOT included in the program fees.
An airport pickup isn't included within the program fees either.
The nearest airport is Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) in Quito. We assist you to find cheap flights to Ecuador.
Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Ecuador provides security and is a plus to have.
If you are intending to volunteer in Ecuador you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Ecuador.
Dates & Fees
NO CREDIT CARD FEES
Details on arrival
The volunteer work can be joined throughout the year. The start and end date can be set flexible, according to your availability and travel plans. Ask our experienced staff to coordinate your participation in this meaningfull volunteer project.
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
4 - 24 weeks
Program fees
4 weeks
(min. stay)
$1,250
5 weeks
$1,420
6 weeks
$1,590
7 weeks
$1,760
8 weeks
$1,930
24 weeks
(max. stay)
$4,650
Average fees
$253
/week
Please note that the above shown program fees are estimated.
South America Inside
will let you know about the final price during your application process.
The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.
Your final payment will be agreed with South America Inside during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.
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Help Disabled People
Show your compassion for children and adults with disabilities by teaching them different subjects, participating in recreational activities, and providing therapy.
$253/week
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