Antigua
Guatemala
Elderly Care Project in Guatemala
Program Category:
Medical and Healthcare
VAGT volunteers visit to provide a listening ear, support, and encouragement. For those aged 55+ facing challenges in their lives, such as isolation, depression, anxiety, addictions, retirement, grief, major health changes, With a little bit of extra support and kindness you will help them manage life’s everyday challenges, build their confidence, have fun and experience new things. You will transform their lives. Peer Support volunteers make the difference between mental and physical wellness or the decline thereof. VAGT Volunteers provide a break for the caregiver to do some of the out-of-home tasks that need to be done. These volunteers provide peace of mind for the caregiver that their loved one is taken care of while they are away.
This program is designed for
Medical and Healthcare students and professionals, and everyone with motivation and patience.
Volunteer Responsibilities
Volunteers spend up to 6 hours a day at the center, preparing and running different types of activities or care. The general role of the volunteer will be to help with what is necessary at the elderly home. This can be in the field of your professions, such as nursing or physiotherapy and occupational therapy. You may also provide education on care methods to the Guatemalan staff. As a general volunteer without any specific skill set, you can organize different types of activities, such as games as ball throwing, yoga activities, singing, dancing, gardening, etc.
Program Formats
Individuals
Groups
Internship
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What is included in My program fee?
ACOMMODATION
We always provide comfortable accommodation suitable to the program module and location. Typically, that might mean a home stay or during your selected program. All rooms always include WiFi.
In-Country Orientation
From the time you arrive in the country, we will make sure your trip runs smoothly. We show you the best places to eat, banks, point of interests, and are there for all questions.
MEALS
Your experience includes a weekly meal plan of hearty and healthy local fare. The plan includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday through Friday.
Weekends are free for making your own culinary explorations
Monetary donation
A monetary donation goes directly to the project where you will be volunteering. This money is used to help the project purchase material they need on a daily basis, meals or pay other expenses they have.
ACTIVITIES
You always learn and enjoy more when you are relaxed. That’s why we build in a weekly selection of activities, excursions, events and outings into our tours, language courses, volunteer service. From Salsa, to hiking a active volcano!
Certificate
Certification (if requested) of completion of the volunteer program, perfect for inclusion in your resume.
Airport pickup
Airport pick up in private shuttle to your accommodation.
Mentorship & SUPPORT
Adventure worry-free, knowing you are supported by VAGT 24/7. Your VAGT expert helps you choose the right program for your needs and prepares you for the journey ahead. We even offer the peace of mind of a comprehensive medical, cancellation and interruption insurance plan.
