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  • Good Health And Well-Being

Medical Care and Assistance Supporter

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2 - 2 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Creating hygienic habits
  • Creating a space for children can learn how to wash their and about hygiene issues.
  • Supporting health campaigns in different medical areas.

Highlights

  • Creating hygienic habits
  • Creating a space for children can learn how to wash their and about hygiene issues.
  • Supporting health campaigns in different medical areas.
  • To provide families with the information and tools necessary to prevent and combat various common diseases.
  • Family follow-up: Problems within the family, intervention in the home, and accompaniment
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    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    50+

    About the program

    Community health activities carried out in communities in Cusco, Peru through volunteering.

    It helps low-income families with health problems, family violence or life-threatening problems.

    The project does not limit you to just being in the medical centres, you can also gain experience from the check-ups and follow-ups that are carried out in the Andean communities of Cusco, always under ...

    About the program

    It helps low-income families with health problems, family violence or life-threatening problems.

    The project does not limit you to just being in the medical centres, you can also gain experience from the check-ups and follow-ups that are carried out in the Andean communities of Cusco, always under the supervision of a professional or project coordinator. Some of the roles in which the volunteer participates are:
    • Accompanying and helping in the tasks of a professional in your speciality.
    • Providing basic medical care.
    • Participate in the planning and organisation of medical campaigns.
    • Informative workshops on communicable diseases, nutrition, contraceptives.
    • Carry out examinations for the diagnosis of infectious diseases (oral hygiene, cancer screening, blood pressure, glucose control).

    Community Health: Here you work in hospitals or medical centres. The volunteer can be involved in the areas of:
    • General medicine
    • Nutrition
    • Psychology
    • Dentistry
    • Nursing
    • Obstetrics
    • Laboratory

    Typical day

    Volunteers work weekdays from Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 15:00.

    Upon arrival at the assigned centre, the volunteer is informed of the area in which he/she will be working and the tasks to be carried out.

    Weekends are free for volunteers to explore and discover all that Peru has to offer. 

    Typical day

    Volunteers work weekdays from Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 15:00.

    Upon arrival at the assigned centre, the volunteer is informed of the area in which he/she will be working and the tasks to be carried out.

    Weekends are free for volunteers to explore and discover all that Peru has to offer. 

    Free-time activities

    Peru is one of the most diverse countries you could go to: it has everything from jungle to mountains, from historical cities and inca ruins to a bustling modern capital, from sandy beaches to sandy desert oases... Peru has everything you would like to discover as a traveler and far more. Some of ...

    Free-time activities

    Peru is one of the most diverse countries you could go to: it has everything from jungle to mountains, from historical cities and inca ruins to a bustling modern capital, from sandy beaches to sandy desert oases... Peru has everything you would like to discover as a traveler and far more. Some of the places we would recommend you to visit during your stay here are:
    • Lima: Peru's capital, it's located in its central coast. Here you may find modern buildings and beautiful historical monuments, with warm temperatures all year round. Lima has even been declared a World Heritage Site due to its astonishing concentration of monuments. Some of the monuments we recommend you to visit are the Citadel of Pachacamac, the palace Torre Tagle Plaza de Acho, the House of the Inquisition, the National Museum, and the Alameda de los Descalzos.
    • Cusco: Known as the "Navel of the World" and the city where you will be staying at during your volunteering, it's one of Peru's main tourist spots. Cusco is well known for being a charming and mystical city, filled with unique churches, colonial buildings, picturesque streets, and very friendly people. While in Cusco, you can visit places like the Plaza de Armas, Qurikancha,  and Saqsaywaman. Additionally, from Cusco you can go visit Machu Picchu, one of the archaeological jewels of the world, and a place you can definitely not miss.
    • Manu National Park: A national park right in the Peruvian Amazon, it's the perfect oportunity for you to discover the world's greatest biodiversity, while also getting to know many of the native communities that still live and maintain their traditions in it. It's the perfect place for any person who loves nature, travel, and responsible tourism.
    • Callejón de las Huaylas: A valley of immesurable beauty, with many landscapes, where you can find a large amount of places to visit, such as Inca relics in places like Honcopampa and Tumshucaico, picturesque Andean towns filled with folkore and traditions, 22 hot springs (of which the most well-known are the Chancos Hot Springs and the Monterrey Thermal Baths), lagoons, cascades, and many other places that are part of the charm of this valley.
    • Huacachina: A village built surrounding a desert oases in the South of Peru, it's an excellent place to discover a unique culture, and explore the desert. There are also opportunities to do sand boarding.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    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.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak Spanish (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at High School level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV, motivation letter, copy of your passport and Medical certification

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    We expect volunteers to be dynamic, proactive, collaborative, patient, and adaptative (especially to situations like a different climate and culture). Most importantly, our volunteers must be very passionate about helping children and teens.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Pick up at the airport and transfer to your accommodation.
    • Accommodation during the volunteer placement
    • Breakfast at the accommodation
    • Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, from the local and international Adventure Volunteer team
    • Program monitoring and evaluation
    • Orientation and induction to the program
    • Certificate of completed weeks of volunteering
    • Accident insurance during your volunteering
    • Liability insurance for your activity
    • Receipt of your program fee from the NGO
    • Guidance, counselling and management in the choice of the program
    All volunteers are required to put in an additional $30 which is donated to the hospital.

    Airport Pickup at Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport

    Volunteers will be picked up at the airport at between 8:00 and 21:00. If the volunteer arrives outside of these hours, they may have to cover some additional fees.

    Accommodation

    Volunteers will stay in a hostel or volunteer house near the project area where they will have a bed in a shared room, WIFI, access to common areas, a locker (lock not included) and low-cost laundry facilities.

    The hostel may charge a $20 deposit that will be returned to you at the end of your stay.

    Internet Access

    Limited access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Food & Beverages

    Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Alejandro Velasco Astete International Airport (CUZ) in Cuzco. We assist you to find cheap flights to Peru. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Peru provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Peru you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Peru. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    The project is open all year round. 
    Volunteers must arrive on a Friday, Saturday, or Sunday, as this allows them to be more easily integrated into the project.
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $394 per week 2 - 2 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    2 - 2 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Americas > South America > Peru > Cusco

    Meet your project coordinator

    Sergio
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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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