Description

On May 7, 2007, the doors to Hogar de Amor Children's Home (orphanage) opened just outside the Caribbean coastal city of La Ceiba, Honduras. Recently relocated to the city, the Hogar currently houses 22 orphaned children, with three live-in Honduran staff and rotating international volunteers.

Our international volunteers begin their days early at 6:30am assisting the kids in getting ready for school at the nearby and affiliated Jungle School. This is a unique opportunity for volunteers to assist simultaneously with two separate programs. During school volunteers will assist the local teachers in classes from Kinder through Grade 6. At the completion of classes volunteers typically accompany the orphanage children down the mountain and back to the city. After arriving back to the orphanage volunteers work with the kids on a number of activities and games. Time is also set aside to help the kids with their homework of the day.

Call to Action! At this time, we are assisting in the build of a new Hogar de Amor Orphanage just west of the city. International volunteers are needed on a continual basis to help with the completion of the build. The current home in the heart of the city was a temporary move due to the emergency evacuation of their old home. The home is overcrowded and the kids have very little property on which to play. A large piece of land was generously donated last November and construction began shortly after. At this time, labour and resources are scarce and most of the building has been handled by amazing local and international volunteers. Even the children of the orphanage have been lending a hand on a regular basis.

Come be a part of building a safe new home for 22 amazing children!

Project Details
* Project Duration: Min 2 weeks Long Term
* Project Costs: USD885 first 2 weeks, USD125 per week after.
* Project Location: La Ceiba, Honduras; located approximately 10mins west of downtown La Ceiba on the north coast in the stunning Pico Bonito Mountains.
* Arrival Airport: La Ceiba (LCE) or San Pedro Sula (SAP)
* Activities: Assist in the building of a new orphanage.
* Working Hours: Flexible; Monday to Friday up to 6 8 hours a day, all other time is free.
* Getting to the project: Local transportation with volunteer coordinator will be provided.
* Requirements: Minimum Age 18.

Highlights

This is a unique opportunity to combine work at two different projects. Each morning volunteers assist the orphanage kids in getting ready for school and travel with them up into the mountains to attend classes at the affiliated Jungle School. After classes finish, volunteers often stay to spend time with the students away from class and play with them at the river or visit them at their homes. Volunteers also have the choice to return to the city with the orphanage kids and often assist them with the day's homework after arriving back to the orphanage.

La Ceiba is often referred to as the "Adventure Tour" capital of Honduras. Located where the mountains meet the Caribbean Sea, La Ceiba offers what many say is the best white water rafting in all of Central America. You can zip line, horseback ride, relax in the natural hot springs or hike the endless trails of the Pico Bonito National Park and its stunning mountain range.

For those looking to escape and relax for a weekend it's as easy as hopping a 45min ferry to one of the nearby Bay Islands for their white sand beaches and incredible turquoise water. Here you will also find some of the best and cheapest scuba diving certification courses in the world. Located on the world's 2nd largest barrier reef the Bay Islands offer some of the best snorkelling and diving anywhere!

Qualifications

This program is open to all volunteers looking to work with impoverished children by assisting in a rural elementary school. All levels of Spanish speakers are welcome and encouraged to take part in this incredible program.

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

885

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

What's Included
* Accommodation: Volunteers stay at the volunteer house located in the city. Rooms are shared. House is fully furnished, equipped kitchen, washer/dryer, cable tv and internet included.
* Airport or Bus Terminal Pickup & Drop-off : Included on arrival and departure day.
* Training: Pre-departure "Introductory Package" will be mailed and in-country orientation with our Volunteer Coordinator.
* Support: Pre-departure briefing & help-desk, local in-country Volunteer Coordinator and 24 hour emergency support.
* Insurance: All AAV volunteers will receive "Basic" Travel & Medical insurance included in their package.
* Bonus: "Welcome Package" with and AAV t-shirt, local tips and coupons to help you get settled quickly and enhance the duration of your stay!
* Ask about our local home-stay options, breakfast & dinner included each day (7 days).
* Ask about adding Spanish Language Classes to your trip!

What's not Included
* Airfare: However, we would be more than happy to help you find and schedule your flight
* Airport Transportation: from San Pedro Sula to La Ceiba, 18USD by bus 3hrs. Or, by plane, 55USD 35mins.
* Departure Tax: Approx 37USD at the San Pedro Sula Airport
* The above pricing is variable, depending on the accommodation option selected.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Our international volunteers come from all edges of the globe with a variety of backgrounds, everyone is welcome! A typical AAV volunteer is adventurous, outgoing and dedicated. Our volunteers all carry an open mind and a big heart!

Age Range

Minimum Age Requirement of 18 (unless accompanied by a guardian) No Maximum Age

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Guest House
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 1-8

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview

Typically The Application Process Time is

48hrs

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

All Access Volunteers's Mission Statement

To provide a unique volunteer experience and assist in the long-term sustainability of our partner organizations throughout Latin America.

Year Founded

2009