Description

Volunteer Healthcare Program in Honduras
Unfortunately, the public healthcare system in Honduras is one of the worst in Latin America. There are very few good hospitals and most middle class families are unable to afford them. Therefore, volunteers in our Volunteer Honduras Health Project assist in local hospitals which are often poorly-equipped and are short of well-trained staff.

Volunteers in the Healthcare Program work in local public hospitals and clinics and support local doctors and nurses in their work. Volunteer tasks vary and depend on the general skills, qualifications, age and experience of the volunteer. Volunteers work in different capacities from observing to providing assistance in surgery, based on your skills and experience. Also depending on your skill level, you may help care for patients, check blood pressure, distribute food, and work in the pharmacy or with a gynecologist.

Volunteers work for around 6 hours in a day for 5 days in a week. Daily volunteers schedule can vary and is flexible.

Project Location

The project placements are located in and around the city of La Ceiba. Most of the volunteer projects are located at within close proximity to the accommodations. La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras.

* Located on the north coast of Honduras bordering the Caribbean Sea and a blue-green mountain range rain forest.
* It is a charming and safe port city.
* Just a short ride by ferry boat to the beautiful Bay Islands, famous for their snorkeling and scuba diving.

Highlights

Volunteers teach in shelter homes, schools and orphanages to children aged 4-14 yrs old. Volunteers teach English, Mathematics and Science subjects depending on their ability.

Qualifications

Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program. It is important for the volunteers to note that work will be determined by volunteers level of training, qualifications, Spanish speaking ability and Age. Volunteers need to have a basic intermediate level of Spanish for this program (Spanish lessons are available at an extra cost).

All volunteers must carry their medical certification (if any), lab coat and stethoscope during the program.

Minimum Education

High School

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Starting 200 only!

Cost Includes:

• Emergency evacuation services
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Medical insurance
• Registration fees

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Aids
• Community Health
• Health
• Health Care
• Health Education
• Orphans

Age Range

16-60

This Program is open to

American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

2-8 weeks

Volunteering Solutions's Mission Statement

Our Mission is to provide Meaningful and fully researched volunteer programs abroad. Benefit local communities by providing volunteer support. To strengthen the travel experience by providing cross cultural experiences to our volunteers. Use the funds and develop the communities and people we work with.

Year Founded

2006