Description

The dental department in the local hospital is always in need of volunteers' help, with the following being the tasks usually assigned: directly assisting dentists in their work; preparing and sterilizing equipment; carrying out cleaning and maintenance duties, and visiting public schools to educate children in the need for oral hygiene.

Highlights

* Love Volunteers is a not-for-profit organisation that provides fun, rewarding, safe and affordable volunteering opportunities in developing countries around the world.

* Since Love Volunteers is a not-for-profit organization, it is one of the most affordable ways to help out in a developing country while being immersed in the local culture.

* Participants are accommodated throughout their stay with a host family. The family is typically located in the same area as the programs. They provide the volunteer with a private room and private bathroom, three meals per day and companionship, including many opportunities for the volunteer to practise his or her constantly improving Spanish.

* Volunteers are met at La Ceiba airport before being introduced to their host family. The following morning, orientation sessions are held and the itinerary presented. Also covered are details of Honduras' history, the people, customs and geography, as well as safety and health issues and "do's and don'ts" of staying in Honduras. A typically Honduran lunch is followed by walking tour of the city tour, building in a visit to the location of the specific placement for which the volunteer has signed up.

* Participants then have the entire weekend free, time which can be spent enjoying Honduran destinations, such as the Bay Islands or La Moskitia or exploring the local area, La Ceiba, named after a single spectacular tree specimen, now sadly removed. This part of Honduras was originally settled by Pech indigenous people, followed by an ethnic group, the Garifunas who arrived from Trujillo. Spanish occupation only began in 1846, and the French soon followed. The Dole Food Company set up a banana exporting business here, becoming the town's main lifeline. Outdoor activities such as canoeing and rafting, and visits to butterfly farms are easily accessed here. La Ceiba also has a much talked-about night scene.

Qualifications

Evidence of having studied (or currently being a student of) one of the dental care professions.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Prices as low as USD 175!

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Includes accommodation, breakfast, an airport pick-up, orientation and 24/7 in-country support.

Experience Required

yes

Volunteer Types

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Other
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad

Love Volunteers's Mission Statement

We are a not-for-profit organization that provides fun, rewarding, safe and affordable volunteering opportunities in developing countries around the world. Whether you're planning a week helping a local community as you travel around a country, six months learning the local language, or putting your gap year to good use, Love Volunteers has a program that will give you the best possible experience.

Year Founded

2009