Elderly Care Volunteering with IVHQ in Zambia
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Program Overview
Volunteers on the Elderly Care program in Livingstone, Zambia, provide vital support and companionship to seniors living in care facilities who may otherwise be alone or under-resourced. You will help with daily care tasks such as serving meals, assisting with personal needs, supporting hygiene and mobility, helping keep communal areas clean, and performing light maintenance or gardening as needed...
Volunteers on the Elderly Care program in Livingstone, Zambia, provide vital support and companionship to seniors living in care facilities who may otherwise be alone or under-resourced. You will help with daily care tasks such as serving meals, assisting with personal needs, supporting hygiene and mobility, helping keep communal areas clean, and performing light maintenance or gardening as needed. Volunteers also spend time simply being present — offering conversation, social support, and a caring presence to help residents feel seen and valued.
Your involvement helps improve the physical well-being and emotional health of older people who lack stable family care. Many residents rely on these facilities for basic needs and social connections, making volunteer contributions especially mea...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Safari
- Senior Citizens
- Special Needs
- Volunteering
Updated May 20, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Livingstone, Zambia
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18-30
Duration
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 5-8 Weeks
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This programme places volunteers in elderly care facilities in the Livingstone area where older adults who have little or no family support receive assistance. Volunteers provide companionship, basic care and general help to improve these individuals’ quality of life.
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