Caretaker

location
4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+

rating  Outstanding 4.9  · 
  Verified by Volunteer World
  Good response rate

Highlights

  • While volunteering with VVCD (Volunteer in Vietnam for Community Development), gain knowledge about Vietnamese culture.
  • A wide range of activities to customize your experience
  • Create lifelong memories and friendships
  • Volunteer in locations where your efforts are greatly valued
  • Take time to explore the stunning nation of Vietnam and take in its breathtaking scenery on your days off


Especially good for

Age 18+
Singles
Couples
Families
Groups
50+

About the program

VVCD has experience in volunteer placements. There are several options available to volunteers: Individual Programs, Workcamp Programs, Charity trips

1. Introduction

Our non-profit organization, VVCD, was founded in 2015 by Ms. Jenifer Xuan Nguyen with the help of international volunteers, after she worked on an orphanage and abandoned children project in Hanoi, Vietnam. Our goal is to help children born in unfortunate circumstances to grow up ...

About the program

1. Introduction

Our non-profit organization, VVCD, was founded in 2015 by Ms. Jenifer Xuan Nguyen with the help of international volunteers, after she worked on an orphanage and abandoned children project in Hanoi, Vietnam. Our goal is to help children born in unfortunate circumstances to grow up healthy and innocent, be integrated into society, and achieve success in their future lives. 

2. Our goals and missions

Our mission is to promote voluntary work to nurture cultural exchange and friendship while caring for disadvantaged people. Our goal is to provide support for our local community and vulnerable children. VVCD has developed a reputation as an affordable volunteer travel leader in Vietnam. By working directly with local organizations in the country, where our programs are based, we keep our fees low and ensure they go towards meaningful community projects and local employment. 

3. Who we are looking for:

We are looking for international volunteers who have a true passion for helping others, a compassion that only comes with sincere thought. We offer a reasonable price, full support, safety, and an unforgettable experience. 

Our activities include caring, educating, health activities, community development, and more. We aim to improve the education and living conditions of people in difficult circumstances in Vietnamese society. International volunteers play a vital role in bringing new things to local people, exchanging culture, developing education, and changing negative habits and practices that adversely affect the health, knowledge, and skills development of the vulnerable. 

4. Care placements and accommodations

We provide care placements for international volunteers in various locations around Hanoi, such as Bo De Pagoda, Phuc Tue Center, Thuy An Center, and Hanoi Friendship Village. All of these locations are surrounded by tourist spots and offer unique experiences. When working at an orphanage or a nursing home, volunteers must show initiative and enthusiasm to immerse themselves in the job and spend their time productively. The more help available, the better.

Volunteer accommodation provided by VVCD is based on the projects that the volunteers are interested in. We arrange accommodations that include options such as homestays, share houses, and hotels. If you have any special requirements, we will do our best to accommodate your needs. Please note that the cost of accommodation is at the volunteer's expense. VVCD is an NGO and we do not work for profit. We expect our volunteers to have compassion, sincerity, and a genuine desire to help others. In return, we aim to provide volunteers with valuable experiences during their placement. Therefore, we advise volunteers to prepare ideas and materials such as quizzes, coloring books, basic language books, children's books, sports equipment, and toys. Lastly, we believe that sharing love is the essence of our mission, and we hope that together we can make a positive impact on the world.


Typical day

Unless they specifically request it, volunteers work Monday through Friday as normal, not on Saturday and Sunday. Regular business hours are 8:30 a.m. or 9.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tasks include
  • Taking care of children involves playing, changing diapers, feeding, and washing them (orphan babies).
  • Teaching ...

Typical day

Unless they specifically request it, volunteers work Monday through Friday as normal, not on Saturday and Sunday. Regular business hours are 8:30 a.m. or 9.00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tasks include
  • Taking care of children involves playing, changing diapers, feeding, and washing them (orphan babies).
  • Teaching activities for children (3–15 years old) include writing, math, English language, singing, coloring, and drawing.
  • Plan your fund-raising efforts.
  • Environmental protection involves gathering trash from the beach (summer), planting trees, educating the community about energy conservation, safeguarding water sources, and picking up household waste.
  • Program for internships: For students who wish to conduct research and work in Vietnamese communities.


Free-time activities

Volunteers can explore Vietnamese culture outside of work hours by going to a museum, water puppet show (a rural traditional art form), gardening or having a meal with family members, fishing, hiking, or having a picnic.

We occasionally go to the bar for karaoke or a city tour.

In addition, the ...

Free-time activities

Volunteers can explore Vietnamese culture outside of work hours by going to a museum, water puppet show (a rural traditional art form), gardening or having a meal with family members, fishing, hiking, or having a picnic.

We occasionally go to the bar for karaoke or a city tour.

In addition, the following social events are being held for volunteers:

  • Giving water, milk, old clothes, and other gifts to the homeless and visiting the Long Bien flea market
  • Taking a tour of Ba Vi National Park and the Thuy An Disability Children and Older Nourishing Center in Ba Vi, Hanoi
  • Preparing food for the destitute and foster children
  • A ceramics tour at Bat Trang
  • Gathering trash on the shore


Requirements

Requirements

Minimum Age: 18 years

In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

Language Skills

You need to speak English (intermediate level)

Education Requirements

Social sciences, social work, community development, doctor, women studies,... at High school level

Criminal Background Check

required

Nationality Restrictions

No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

Other Skills

Dancing, drawing, sport, child-care,...

Time Commitment

Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:30 - 16:00

What's Included

What's Included

Services by VVCD

Program fees include:

  • Registration Fee (refundable if you choose not to go*): Ongoing support from VVCD staff, program marketing costs, information pack, administration costs, travel costs to inspect programs and communication costs with volunteers.
  • Program Fee: Project distribution, airport pick-up, orientation, program supervision, in-country 24/7 volunteer support and in-country administration costs.
  • Accommodation fee (Dormitory room, homestay)

Airport Pickup at Noi Bai International Airport

All international volunteers are warmly welcomed by VVCD staff at Noi Bai Airport and taken to their accommodation which was arranged in advance with each volunteer at their request before they arrive in Vietnam. Volunteers will work with VVCD staff as well as with the staff from local placements.

Accommodation

Volunteers stay in hotels, private rooms, shared rooms or home stays with Vietnamese families, where amenities include air conditioning, an electric fan, a refrigerator, a television, and free high-speed internet (Wi-Fi).



Internet Access

Good access at the project site

What's NOT included?

What's NOT included?

Food & Beverages

Food, snacks or beverages are at extra costs.

Flight Tickets

The nearest airport is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi. We assist you to find cheap flights to Vietnam. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

Travel Insurance

Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Vietnam provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

Vaccines

If you are intending to volunteer in Vietnam you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Vietnam. VACCINE CHECKER

Details on arrival

You are welcome to volunteer with VVCD at any time of the year, including on holidays like Christmas and New Year's. We only terminate the project in the event that a global or localized epidemic breaks out.

Availability
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Program fees

4 weeks (min. stay) 676€
5 weeks 815€
6 weeks 994€
7 weeks 1,143€
8 weeks 1,292€
12 weeks (max. stay) 1,988€
Average fees 167€/week

Program fees

167€ per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

Payment methods

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

NO CREDIT CARD FEES


Duration

4 - 12 weeks

Deposit

The deposit is simply to reserve your volunteer placement. Payments are handled by PayPal, our trusted global payment provider. If you don't have a PayPal account, you can also pay using a credit card.


Final Payment

Your final payment will be agreed with VVCD during the application process. Common solutions are either via bank transfer or a cash payment at the project site.


Meet your organization

VVCD

Outstanding 4.9 rating (18 reviews)

Non-profit - founded in 2015

Verified by Volunteer World

  Good response rate

Coordinated by

Xuan

Spoken languages: English

About the project

VVCD has experience in volunteer placements. There are several options available to volunteers: Individual Programs, Workcamp Programs, Charity trips

Meet your organization

Volunteer in Vietnam for Community Development (VVCD) volunteers don’t need to be qualified or have previous experience. The only qualities that our volunteers need to possess are compassion for fellow human beings and a desire to improve the lives of those with domestic or physical circumstances less fortunate than their own. Although work varies depending on the institution where the volunteer is placed, typical examples of jobs and tasks can include assisting local staff in providing rehabilitation exercises and therapeutic treatments to children; entertaining/educating them with games, music, arts and other exercises; helping to develop fundraising initiatives to ensure ongoing funding for these institutions; and teaching English to local staff.

18 reviews · rating4.9

Alessandra Colantonio rating5

2024 at Caretaker

This experience was rich in discovery and emotion. Xuan was of great help, both to us volunteers and to the children. She always showed her good will and good humor, and shared with us her love for Vietnamese culture as well as for children, who are extremely endearing. As a volunteer, I was able to ...
Laura rating5

2024 at Caretaker

The whole volunteer program is a truly amazing and lovely experience. I spend 5 weeks in the child care program at the orphanage and at the center for disable children and i can’t believe how time passed so fast. All the kids and teenagers are adorable, very welcoming and funny, making it easy to ...
Daniel Aaltonen rating5

2024 at Caretaker

Very insightful experience. Great that the program could be adjusted according to preference, which enabled me to go to the church on Sundays. The accommodation near west lake was also very well organized, which made the living so affordable in comparison to self organized housing. Although, ...
Lucie Chebassier rating5

2024 at Caretaker

Thanks to Xuan, we have been totally immersed in the local life, Vietnamese life. So first of all, a big thank you Xuan. She has been such an amazing person helping us for everything and anything at the same time. The mission with the disabled center and orphanage will stay in my heard and mind ...
Clementine Toutain rating5

2023 at Caretaker

This experience was by far one of the best experiences I have had. The children at the orphanage are endearing and so kind. We don't want to leave. Jenifer is also the best :) I will definitely come back. Thank you for ...
Moritz Muggli rating5

2023 at Caretaker

Volunteering with VVCD has been an amazing experience. The freedom in planning my days at the center allowed me to contribute meaningfully to the children's lives. Mrs. Jennifer, also known as Xuan, played a pivotal role in making this experience unforgettable. The program not only allowed me to ...

Location

Asia > South East Asia > Vietnam > Hà Nội

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