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Special Needs & Community Support in Sri Lanka
Volunteer at a childcare centre supporting poor and underprivileged families in the local community. Care for babies and young children by leading fun, educational activities and games. Assist staff with daily tasks, including changing bed sheets and nappies, keeping the centre clean and sterilised, preparing meals, and feeding the children. Support a home for children and persons with disabiliti...
Volunteer at a childcare centre supporting poor and underprivileged families in the local community. Care for babies and young children by leading fun, educational activities and games. Assist staff with daily tasks, including changing bed sheets and nappies, keeping the centre clean and sterilised, preparing meals, and feeding the children. Support a home for children and persons with disabilities, managed by the Mother Teresa Foundation and supervised by Sri Lanka’s Department of Probation and Childcare. This home accommodates over 120 children, plus women and men with disabilities aged 1 to 60 years. Bring smiles, support, and care to those in need, making a meaningful difference each day. Volunteer hours typically run from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, with Thursdays off to relax or join anothe...
Program Highlights
Volunteer at a childcare centre or a home for children and persons with disabilities in Sri Lanka.
Create positive change by working directly with local communities in childcare, disability support, and women’s empowerment.
Build valuable skills through hands-on caregiving, teaching, and leadership experiences.
Engage with children through games, activities, and assist staff with daily care tasks and maintaining a clean environment.
Support individuals with disabilities by helping with daily routines and spreading warmth, care, and compassion.
Quick Details
- Kandy, Sri Lanka
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
- 3-6 Months
- 1-2 Years
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Education
- Special Needs
- Women
- All Nationalities
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Special needs volunteering program in Sri Lanka
June 06, 2025by: Elisa - ItalyProgram: Special Needs & Community Support in Sri LankaI started with the cultural week, which was a nice introduction to the place and its culture (I would just recommend to reduce the amount of time dedicated to the “commercial” part/the shopping). Volunteering was amazing. About special needs words cannot describe how beautiful it was spending time at that home. We were many volunteers, all sharing this thought. Teaching to the village kids was very nice as well: the place was wonderful and the kids very kind and polite, and so happy to learn. I really enjoyed it! The local team is amazing. All the coordinators were very kind and helpful, they are flexible and they constantly check with you if everything is fine: thanks everybody! The food was good, with veg/non-veg options. The accommodation is ok, everything is clean. I appreciated that when I asked to change my room with a different one, and after some days, they immediately agreed; it shows that they care.
Program Details
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Locations
- Kandy, Sri Lanka
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Education
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- 5-8 Weeks
Age Requirement
Open to All Ages
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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