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Children with Special Needs Program
This program is dedicated to serving children with moderate to severe cerebral palsy who live in vulnerable communities in southern Quito. These children require continuous care and assistance as they are unable to care for themselves and will always need a designated caregiver or therapist. While the parents of these children are employed, their financial resources are insufficient to hire a pro...
This program is dedicated to serving children with moderate to severe cerebral palsy who live in vulnerable communities in southern Quito. These children require continuous care and assistance as they are unable to care for themselves and will always need a designated caregiver or therapist. While the parents of these children are employed, their financial resources are insufficient to hire a professional, full-time therapist. Therefore, parents accompany their children to a dedicated care and therapy center where the children receive comprehensive services, including general care, meals, physical therapy, and speech therapy. The success of this initiative relies on volunteers who possess relevant experience in this area, along with a significant amount of patience and dedication toward ...
Program Highlights
• Rehabilitative Support: Assisting professionals with physical, occupational and speech therapy sessions to improve children’s motor skills and communication.
• Skill Development: Programs emphasize life skills like feeding oneself, basic hygiene, and vocational training for older children.
• Personal Growth: Cultivates compassion, offers life-changing perspectives, and builds lasting friendships.
• Community Impact: Directly supports inclusion, reduces inequalities, and provides essential care often lacking in under-resourced areas.
Cultural Immersion: Living and working within the vibrant Andean setting of Quito while improving Spanish communication skills.
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- Quito, Ecuador
- 1-3 Months
- Physical Therapy
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Quito, Ecuador
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Physical Therapy
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-3 Months
Age Requirement
18+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Starts At
- 4 weeks: $980
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Refund Policy
Full Refund
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Spanish
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
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This program is dedicated to serving children with moderate to severe cerebral palsy who live in vulnerable communities in southern Quito. These children require continuous care and assistance as they are unable to care for themselves and will always need a designated caregiver or therapist. While the parents of these children are employed, their financial resources are insufficient to hire a professional, full-time therapist. Therefore, parents accompany their children to a dedicated care and therapy center where the children receive comprehensive services, including general care, meals, physical therapy, and speech therapy. The success of this initiative relies on volunteers who possess relevant experience in this area, along with a significant amount of patience and dedication toward ...
Fundación Bolívar Education
Fundación Bolívar Education
Ready to Learn More?
This program is dedicated to serving children with moderate to severe cerebral palsy who live in vulnerable communities in southern Quito. These children require continuous care and assistance as they are unable to care for themselves and will always need a designated caregiver or therapist. While the parents of these children are employed, their financial resources are insufficient to hire a professional, full-time therapist. Therefore, parents accompany their children to a dedicated care and therapy center where the children receive comprehensive services, including general care, meals, physical therapy, and speech therapy. The success of this initiative relies on volunteers who possess relevant experience in this area, along with a significant amount of patience and dedication toward ...
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