IVHQ Community Outreach in Cordoba, Argentina

I had a wonderful experience. I was able to live with a family and view their everyday life style. The volunteers in-house during my stay were respectful and wonderful to talk with. I felt we are all on our own journey discovering our next chapter in life. I would recommend this program to individuals who are thinking of traveling alone for self development.

Volunteering in Cordoba was a great way to practice my Spanish, because it is not a tourist city, and most people do not speak any English. Living with a host family and other volunteers was an amazing experience because I got to meet people from all across the world and learn about their home countries as well. This was my first time travelling abroad, and IVHQ made it so much less stressful with their organized checklist of things to get done before leaving the country!

From beginning to end this IVHQ program was professionally run. I felt well-prepared, safe, supported and fully engaged in the experience. The self-paces learning and checklists, orientation activities and availability of staff to answer questions ensured that I was well prepared to arrive and start work. The placement was very endearing and I enjoyed learning spanish and about the day to day lives of the community and seniors with whom I worked. This placement is best for someone who has a little Spanish, is self-directed and is willing to be of help in any way possible. I enjoyed playing games, talking and especially using scented creams to massage the arthritic and aging hands of my new friends.