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Medical Volunteer in Kenya with Global Village Volunteer Network

Kenya
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Location
Kenya: Nairobi, Rural

Program Duration
1-2 weeks, 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks, 3-6 months (includes high school academic semester abroad)

Typical Duration of Program
1-2 weeks

Dates
All throughout the year. Program orientations will take place every Sunday.

  • Description

    The Lea Toto placement implements the Home Based Care (HBC) model with an objection to improve the quality of life of the HIV affected through a package of comprehensive care for the client and his/her family. This package usually includes:

    - Basic medical and nursing care
    - Counseling and psychological support
    - Spiritual guidance
    - Relief for social needs
    - HIV transmission prevention education
    - Promotion of community empowerment/ownership
    - Self-help

    Other Program Services
    * VCT (Voluntary Counseling and Testing)
    * Clinical Care for home bound clients
    * ART (anti-retroviral treatment)
    * Pregnancy planning
    * Training of Caregivers
    * Nutritional Support

  • Highlights

    At Global Village Volunteer Network (GVVN), our programs are designed to accommodate a wide range of volunteers and different levels of experience, from individuals with no international volunteering experience to those who are seasoned travelers and volunteers. Whether you are looking for a volunteer placement where you will be guided step-by-step or a program that needs initiative from volunteers, we will make sure you are placed in a program that you will get the most out of and are able to contribute to the most.

    It is our goal to provide volunteers from all around the world with the most affordable, safe, memorable and fulfilling experience as they help improve the lives of those less fortunate than themselves. Through ongoing research, correspondence and travel to different projects all around the world, we aim to find quality projects that allow volunteers to get involved where they are needed most. Coming from diverse backgrounds and having volunteered internationally many times, we understand the concerns and needs of international volunteers. We are and will continue do everything in our power to ensure a great experience for all our volunteers.

  • Languages

    • English

  • Cost in US$:

    Starting at 220 for a week.

  • Program Fees Include:

    The program fee will cover transportation to and from airport in host country, host family accommodations including 2 meals a day (breakfast and dinner), Government levies, in-country 24/7 support and supervision.

    Additional costs:
    - A registration fee of USD200 that covers 24/7 Support from GVVN staff, program promotion costs, administrative costs, travel costs to inspect programs and communication costs with volunteers.
    - Visa (USD 25 - Obtained upon arrival in Nairobi, Kenya), airfare, vaccinations, trips and tours while in Kenya, spending money (USD 25 is usually sufficient for basic weekly expenses.)

  • Experience Required

    no

  • Volunteer Types

    • Aids
    • Community Centers
    • Community Health
    • Counseling
    • Family Planning
    • Health
    • Health Care
    • Health Education
    • Medicine
    • Nursing
    • Nutrition
    • Self Help
    • Social Services, Social Work
  • This Program is open to

    Worldwide Participants.

  • Participants Travel

    Independently or in Groups

  • Typically Participants Work

    Independently or in Groups

  • Application Process Involves

    • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Typically The Application Process Time is

    5 days

  • Global Village Volunteer Network's Mission Statement

    Global Village Volunteer Network's (GVVN) goal is to provide volunteers all around the world with the most affordable, safe, memorable and fulfilling experience as they help improve the lives of those less fortunate than themselves.

  • Year Founded

    2010

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