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Volunteer in Special Needs Care in Romania
Volunteers support centres that offer care, therapy and social opportunities to children and adults living with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities. You may help with daily care such as assisting with meals and hygiene, or taking part in therapy-led sessions including music, art, games and recreational activities tailored to individual needs. You will help organise classes and social events designed to promote social skills, confidence, and personal development. Your role will make a meaningful difference for people who often live with social stigma and limited support. As a volunteer you help create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. This program suits volunteers aged 18 or older. If you have relevant training or at least a year of experience in special needs care or therapy you may contribute more directly to rehabilitation and therapy-based support. If you join without prior experience, you must commit to at least four weeks on the project so you have enough time to understand needs, build trust and learn how to help effectively. Free time offers chances to explore the region’s forests, historic towns and natural scenery.
Volunteers support centres that offer care, therapy and social opportunities to children and adults living with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities. You may help with daily care such as assisting with meals and hygiene, or taking part in therapy-led sessions including music, art, games and recreational activities tailored to individual needs. You will help organise classes and social events designed to promote social skills, confidence, and personal development. Your role will make a meaningful difference for people who often live with social stigma and limited support. As a volunteer you help create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. This program suits volunteers aged 18 or older. If you have relevant training or at least a year of experience in special needs care or therapy you may contribute more directly to rehabilitation and therapy-based support. If you join without prior experience, you must commit to at least four weeks on the project so you have enough time to understand needs, build trust and learn how to help effectively. Free time offers chances to explore the region’s forests, historic towns and natural scenery.
Program Highlights
Programs start every first and third Monday of the month. Duration from 2 to 24 weeks and volunteers work up to five hours per day
Includes airport pick up, orientation, dormitory-style volunteer apartment accommodation, meals and 24/7 in-country support
Care for children and adults at Miercurea Ciuc with a range of mental and physical disabilities — tasks may include organising games and educational sessions, supporting therapy and rehabilitation
Work aims to improve care, life-skills development and wellbeing for people with disabilities in a community where resources are limited
Opportunity to build practical experience in disability care, support social inclusion and wellbeing, develop communication and compassion skills, and immerse yourself in Romanian community life
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- Miercurea Ciuc, Romania
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- Vacation Packages
- Childcare & Children
- Special Needs
- Youth
- Youth Development
- Volunteering
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
- Kiwi
- All Nationalities
- Asian
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Very underrated Romania
February 04, 2021by: Marc Bosch Martínez - SpainRomania came as a surprise to me. As a European myself, I never was very interested in going to East Europe, so I didn't have very high expectations. I mainly decided to go because it was one of the safest places to go with the pandemic going on. But, once I was there, all my presumptions were shattered. I got to meet very nice and open Romanian and Hungarian people, learn about its rich history, visit its beautiful castles and cities, and hike through mesmerizing mountains. Moreover, the volunteering experience was very rewarding. I did everything I could to make myself useful to a local NGO as a NGO Support Volunteer with IVHQ. My aim was to start my journey to understand how NGOs work, while helping out one with a memorable cause: to provide educational and fun summer camps to disadvantaged children. Among other things, I got to help them out with the online marketing for a crowdfunding campaign, write a blog post about one of my adventures in Romania, conduct interviews, snap pictures of the summer camps and help build a space to hold these camps for children on rainy days. Altogether, it was a great experience that I wouldn't change for anything and one which made me see a part of the world with new eyes.
Program Details
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Locations
- Miercurea Ciuc, Romania
Types and Subjects
- Adventure Types
- Vacation Packages
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Special Needs
- Youth
- Youth Development
- Types
- Volunteering
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 9-12 Weeks
- After College
- Career Break / Mid-Career
- During College
- Post High School
Age Requirement
18-30
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
- Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
- In-Country Orientation
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
- Pre-Departure Orientation
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
- Certificate of Completion
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Online Application
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Andean Immersion program in Cusco with IVHQ involve?
The Andean Immersion project places you in a rural Quechua-speaking community near Cusco where you live with a local family and assist with daily tasks like farming, textiles and teaching English.
* Live with a host family in an Andean village
* Help with agriculture, animal-husbandry, weaving and English lessons
* Experience a traditional lifestyle within a Quechua-speaking c
When can you start and how long can you volunteer in the program?
The program starts every Monday and you can choose to stay from 1 to 24 weeks.
* Weekly Monday start dates
* Duration options: 1–24 weeks
* Volunteer hours up to approximately 5 hours a day
What are the eligibility requirements for the Andean Immersion program
Participants must be aged 16 or older (families welcome), have English proficiency, and if over 18 provide a criminal background check.
* Minimum age: 16 years or older
* English proficiency required; Spanish recommended
* Background check required for volunteers over 18
What accommodation and support does IVHQ provide for the program?
You stay in a homestay with your host family and receive orientation, airport pickup and full in-country support from the IVHQ local team.
* Homestay accommodation with a local family
* Airport pickup and program orientation included
* 24/7 in-country support from local team provided
What skills and experiences will you gain from the program?
You’ll develop cross-cultural communication, agricultural and textile skills while fully immersing in Andean life and contributing to local livelihoods.
* Gain practical skills in farming, textiles and community living
* Learn about Quechua culture and practice Spanish
* Make a meaningful contribution to local economic and social development
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Volunteers support centres that offer care, therapy and social opportunities to children and adults living with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities. You may help with daily care such as assisting with meals and hygiene, or taking part in therapy-led sessions including music, art, games and recreational activities tailored to individual needs. You will help organise classes and social events designed to promote social skills, confidence, and personal development. Your role will make a meaningful difference for people who often live with social stigma and limited support. As a volunteer you help create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. This program suits volunteers aged 18 or older. If you have relevant training or at least a year of experience in special needs...
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International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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Ready to Learn More?
Volunteers support centres that offer care, therapy and social opportunities to children and adults living with physical, intellectual or developmental disabilities. You may help with daily care such as assisting with meals and hygiene, or taking part in therapy-led sessions including music, art, games and recreational activities tailored to individual needs. You will help organise classes and social events designed to promote social skills, confidence, and personal development. Your role will make a meaningful difference for people who often live with social stigma and limited support. As a volunteer you help create a safe, welcoming and supportive environment. This program suits volunteers aged 18 or older. If you have relevant training or at least a year of experience in special needs...
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