Project Description
The nursing home looks after approximately 200 elderly people with a range of problems such as senile dementia, disability, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.
The home provides a loving and caring environment for the elderly where they can live in peace and harmony and receive the medical attention, physiotherapy, psychological and social care that they need. The home has a staff of 25, which include doctors, nurses, kitchen and cleaning personnel.
The majority of elderly residents suffer from arthritis, back pain, and other debilitating physical conditions which require constant care.
Why the projects need volunteers
The main objective of the project is to provide the home’s elderly residents with sufficient care and attention and to provide them with an understanding and loving environment. The volunteers who care for the residents will receive suitable training in order to be able to manage the residents accordingly and provide the best care possible.
Fast Facts What is included? What is not included? What is also included?
Fast Facts
| Voolunteer Time |
1 week |
| Project Location |
Quito |
| Nearest airport |
Mariscal Sucre - Quito |
| Responsibilities |
*Care for and provide companionship to senior citizens. *Implement cultural and sports activities to help in the residents’ physical health. *Volunteers with the appropriate background can help with psychological assistance. *Help with rehabilitation. *Help with music, painting and craft workshops for recreational purposes. *Help with residents’ personal toiletries and dressing. |
| Hours of Work |
20 - 40 per week |
| Number of places available |
10 volunteers |
| Project availability |
Throughout the year, January until December. |
| Prerequisities |
Volunteers are expected to be enthusiastic and eager to help with any task assigned. Intermediate level of Spanish before commencing as volunteer. |
What is included?
| Accommodation |
- Volunteers stay with a host family in either private or shared rooms; bathroom is shared with the family. Laundry service included.
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| Food |
- 3 meals per day, vegetarian options available.
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| Support |
- Before your trip - 24/7 advice via telephone and/or email before leaving your home country.
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| Training |
- Workshop, volunteer training, and orientation before beginning as a volunteer.
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What is not included?
| Transport |
- International flight tickets.
- Local transport once in the country.
- Airline and/or airport taxes.
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| Insurance |
- Travel Insurance and related expenses.
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| Visa, inoculations |
- Visa application costs and related expenses.
- Inoculations and related expenses.
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| Extra |
Spanish Lessons
- Tourist activities in Quito
- Trips around Ecuador
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What is also included?
- Transfer from the airport to location of the project or place of stay in Quito.
- Practical, informative advice and support before, during and after project from a team of professionals.
- In-country guidance to resolve potential issues that may arise during the project.
- Guidance and evaluation to check on progress during volunteer period.
- Ability to make local calls and receive faxes at the organization's main office.
- Informative visitor guide with information on recreational activities.
- Certificate of successful completion as volunteer.
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Please note
There are 1500 senior citizens abandoned by their families in the city of Quito. Most of them do not receive family visits and lack love, care and someone to listen to them.
What skills do volunteers need?
Volunteers should:
• Have love and endless patience for the elderly.
• Be proactive and dynamic.
• Be team-spirited and able to maintain good working relationships.
• Be experienced in group management.
• Have an intermediate level of Spanish.
What does the Volunteer needs to bring
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- Sunscreen
- Shampoo, First Aid kit
- Warm, wind-proof clothing
- Long-sleeved shirts
- Hiking boots
- Hat
- Sandals
- Towels
- Sunglasses
- Books (for personal use)
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Steps to follow
Once you have registered...
- Once we receive your first email we will immediately contact you to give you general information about us and our projects.
- Select the project in which you would like to participate.
- Send your CV.
- Participate in an interview.
- You will receive an email confirming your participation and we will prepare for your trip to Ecuador.
- You should fill out the documents that the Ecuador Volunteer Foundation sends you as part of the registration process.
After you have been selected as a volunteer...
- Get your flight tickets.
- Get travel insurance for the time that you will participate in our projects.
- Obtain your Police Record or Police Disclosure.
- Send us the documents from the Ecuador Volunteer Foundation, filled out completely.
- Verify that you have gotten the necessary vaccines, such as Yellow Fever, Hepatitis A & B, Diphtheria, Typhoid. We recommend getting the yellow fever vaccine and bringing malaria pills as a precaution.
- Get a medical certificate from your doctor.
- Fill out the Final Form that is on our website.
- If the volunteer is not a Spanish speaker, she/he must plan to take a Spanish course in Quito before entering in the project.
- Take a Spanish exam to check your knowledge of the language.
- Check if you need a visa to enter Ecuador.
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