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IVHQ Healthcare Program in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

by: International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]

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Join the Healthcare program in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica with International Volunteer HQ and support local clinics and community health services in this tropical coastal region. Volunteers assist with basic medical care, health education, outreach to underserved populations, and support tasks in clinics or health-care centers. This placement is ideal for students, gap-year travellers, or anyone interested in global health and community wellbeing. Your hosted volunteer experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation in a volunteer house or homestay depending on placement, two meals daily, and 24/7 support from the local team. Programs begin every Monday. While volunteering you will have opportunities to explore Manuel Antonio’s natural beauty, beaches, rainforest trails, and vibrant Caribbean coast surroundings as you contribute meaningfully to health and community care.

Program Highlights

Program starts every Monday.

Duration from 3 to 24 weeks.

Includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation (homestay or volunteer house), meals, and 24/7 in-country support.

Volunteer about 4 hours per day assisting in community care facilities and nursing homes in Manuel Antonio providing care for the elderly and individuals with special needs.

Volunteer tasks may include offering companionship, helping with bathing, feeding and bed-changing, supporting exercise or arts and crafts programs, and administering medication.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica
Starts At: $300-600
Availability
Year(s) Offered: Year RoundDuration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Causes:
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Public Health
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: May 20, 2026

Awards

Top Rated Provider Volunteer Abroad 20252025 Finalist - Innovative Volunteer Abroad ProgramNotable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Providers 2024Top Rated Provider 2023 - Volunteer AbroadTop Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022Zero CarbonNotable Mention 2021 - Volunteer Abroad

Program Details

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Locations

  • Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica

Types and Subjects

  • Causes
  • Health
  • Health Care
  • Public Health

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 2-4 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

$300-600

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Wifi Costs
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Certificate of Completion

Accommodation Options

  • Guest House
  • Home-stays

Qualifications & Experience

      Accepted Education Levels

    • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

    Application Procedures

    • Online Application

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What does the Healthcare program in Manuel Antonio with IVHQ involve?

    The Healthcare project in Manuel Antonio enables volunteers to assist community care facilities caring for the elderly and people with special needs.

    * Based in community care facilities in Manuel Antonio.
    * Supports work with disabled or elderly people.
    * Offers cross-cultural learning in the healthcare context.

    When can you start and how long is the Healthcare program?

    The Healthcare project in Manuel Antonio starts every Monday and allows durations from three to twenty-four weeks.

    * Starts every Monday.
    * Duration options from 3 to 24 weeks.
    * Typical volunteering hours around four per day.

    What are the requirements to volunteer in the Healthcare program?

    Volunteers must be aged 18 or older on their start date to participate in the Healthcare project in Manuel Antonio.

    * Age requirement 18+
    * Volunteers over 18 must provide a criminal background check.
    * English proficiency and travel insurance required.

    What will you do as a volunteer in the Healthcare program?

    In the Healthcare project in Manuel Antonio you will assist staff with feeding, bathing, changing beds, administering medication and providing companionship.

    * Tasks include personal care and hygiene support.
    * Assist with exercise programs and arts activities.
    * Distribute and sort medications under supervision.

    What support and accommodation does IVHQ provide in Manuel Antonio?

    The Healthcare project in Manuel Antonio includes homestay or volunteer house accommodation and full in-country support by the IVHQ local team.

    * Accommodation in a homestay or volunteer house.
    * Orientation and support delivered by IVHQ staff.
    * Located in the coastal region of Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica.

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    Join the Healthcare program in Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica with International Volunteer HQ and support local clinics and community health services in this tropical coastal region. Volunteers assist with basic medical care, health education, outreach to underserved populations, and support tasks in clinics or health-care centers. This placement is ideal for students, gap-year travellers, or anyone interested in global health and community wellbeing. Your hosted volunteer experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation in a volunteer house or homestay depending on placement, two meals daily, and 24/7 support from the local team. Programs begin every Monday. While volunteering you will have opportunities to explore Manuel Antonio’s natural beauty, beaches, rainforest trails, a...

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