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Children's home support and activities

location
4 - 19 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+
rating  Buitengewoon 4.9  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
  Goed Responsgraad

Highlights

  • Organise activities and sports for children in care homes in Bolivia.
  • Improve your Spanish through total immersion in host families and by volunteering in care homes
  • Change your perspective and understanding of and exciting country and culture
  • Discover one of the culturally richest countries in South America.
  • Set up creative and useful activities in care centers, based on your skills

Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 18+
Alleenstaanden
Koppels
Groepen
50+

Over het programma

The foundation works with residential care centers for children in Cochabamba, implementing projects related to health, vocational training or the environment

Our volunteer program involves organising activities and support for children ages 12 - 18 in care homes in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Unfortunately, too many children in Bolivia end up in homes after being abandoned, neglected or abused. The town of Cochabamba alone has over 15 homes for children. ..

Over het programma

Our volunteer program involves organising activities and support for children ages 12 - 18 in care homes in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Unfortunately, too many children in Bolivia end up in homes after being abandoned, neglected or abused. The town of Cochabamba alone has over 15 homes for children. Bolivia is one of the poorest countries in South America so financial ressources but also human ressources are very scarce; volunteers therefore help carers to organise extra curricular activities with the children. You can organise anything from sports, to arts and crafts or environmental awareness raising or you can even help with equine therapy present in one of the care homes.

After an initial interview with our team in France and Bolivia, we discuss the different centers we work with and offer you the most suitable option, according to your volunteer expectations and the needs of the care homes. 

We organize an online meeting between you and our team before arrival and pick up at Cochabamba, Jorge Wilstermann airport. We provide accommodation with host families to ensure a confortable stay and to enhance linguistic immersion for our volunteers. We are committed to providing optimal support to volunteers who decide to join us in Bolivia. Therefore, we assist you in your initial days, including airport pick-up, city tour, SIM card purchase, explanation of public transportation, and guidance throughout your volunteering. To ensure a smooth experience, we organize weekly meetings with our volunteers to discuss the week's progress and address any problems or questions.

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Following the initial introduction days at the care center, we accompany you on your first official day of volunteering at the center. 
Typically, arrival at the home is at 9 a.m. 
During the day, you will have time, if you wish, to organise activities with the children, such as dancing or painting ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Following the initial introduction days at the care center, we accompany you on your first official day of volunteering at the center. 
Typically, arrival at the home is at 9 a.m. 
During the day, you will have time, if you wish, to organise activities with the children, such as dancing or painting for example. If you are at ease leading your own activities that is great, if not you can assist other activities and workshops organised by the local staff or other volunteers. 
While specific tasks may vary depending on the center where you volunteer, all centers require educational support for different age groups. The level of support varies based on the beneficiaries' age. 
At noon, you will have a shared meal with the center's staff and beneficiaries or you will return home for lunch with your host family. It is also important to adapt to the various needs of the centers and participate in daily activities such as laundry, assisting in other workshops, cooking, and providing individual help with homework.

We strongly encourage volunteers to propose activities in the centers according to their abilities and professional experiences. For example, volunteers have previously organized art therapy sessions, workshops on emotional management, dance classes, and first aid workshops. The possibilities are extensive and tailored to each centers needs and each volunteer's skills and interests.

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

There are numerous activities to enjoy outside the care centers in Cochabamba and the surrounding area. 

  • For nature enthusiasts, the city is located near the Andes Mountains, with easily accessible peaks for group excursions through travel agencies, such as the iconic Tunari Peak (5035m). 
  • Other ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

There are numerous activities to enjoy outside the care centers in Cochabamba and the surrounding area. 

  • For nature enthusiasts, the city is located near the Andes Mountains, with easily accessible peaks for group excursions through travel agencies, such as the iconic Tunari Peak (5035m). 
  • Other nature activities include visiting lakes, waterfalls, and natural spaces near the city (Laguna Corani, La Angostura, Pairumani, Apote waterfalls, etc.). 
  • Although not the capital, Cochabamba is the country's third-largest city, with a metropolitan area of 1.5 million inhabitants. The city center offers numerous bars and restaurants for enjoying the nightlife. The "La Cancha" market is one of the largest in the country, offering a wide variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, handicrafts, and other items at reasonable prices. The city's central location provides convenient road and air connections to many destinations within the country. 
  • Many volunteers take the opportunity to visit the Salar de Uyuni, located at only one night away from Cochabamba, while other tourist attractions are also available (La Paz, Lake Titicaca, Villa Tunari). 
  • For closer outings, Toro Toro National Park is only a 4-hour drive away.

Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Spaans (gemiddeld niveau)

Opleidingsvereisten

op University niveau

Bewijs van goed gedrag en zeden

verplicht

Vereiste documenten

A psychological evaluation, Plane tickets, volunteer agreement, signed ethical charter, image rights authorization, criminal background check and medical certificate

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Andere vaardigheden

Professionals from social assistance or medical fields (e.g., physiotherapists, nurses) are particularly valued in the care homes. Also, artists, educators and youth workers are of great value.

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag van 09:00 - 17:00

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door LifeTime Projects

Fees include: 

  • Airport pick up from Jorge Wilstermann, Cochabamba airport 
  • Home stay 
  • Three meals a day
  • Medical insurance for European volunteers
  • Project support before, during and after your stay 

Afhaal aan de luchthaven op J Wilsterman Airport

A member of our local team will pick you up at Cochabamba, Jorge Wilstermann airport upon arrival. The airport is about 45 minutes from all local host families. 

Accomodatie

Home stay is organised with local families. You will have a private room and three meals a day provided by your family. Guest families are selected strictly based on hygiene and cultural awareness. 

Eten & Drank

Guest families provide drinking water and three meals a day. Meals are usually typical Bolivian dishes, Cochabamba is renowned for it's varied and delicious specialities! Vegetarian and other dietary options are available. 

Internet toegang

Beperkte toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is J Wilsterman Airport (CBB) in Cochabamba. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Bolivia. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Bolivia biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Bolivia dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Bolivia. VACCINATIE CHECKER

Gegevens over jouw aankomst

We welcome volunteers throughout the year.

Beschikbaarheid
jan. feb. mrt. apr. mei. jun. jul. aug. sep. okt. nov. dec.

Programmakosten

4 weken (min. verblijf) 1.590€
5 weken 1.870€
6 weken 2.150€
7 weken 2.430€
9 weken 2.990€
11 weken 3.550€
19 weken (max. verblijf) 5.790€
Gemiddelde kosten 351€/week

Programmakosten

351€ per week 4 - 19 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

Betaalmethodes

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GEEN CREDITCARDKOSTEN

Duurtijd

4 - 19 weken

Waarborg

De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.

Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door LifeTime Projects gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.

Ontmoet je organisatie

LifeTime Projects

Buitengewoon 4.9 rating (9 beoordelingen)

NGO - opgericht in 2014

Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

  Goed Responsgraad

Gepresenteerd door

Laetitia

Gesproken talen: Engels, Frans, Spaans

Over de organisatie

We believe that the best way to discover a new culture is through working on a social project with the local population and living their daily life with them.

Ontmoet je organisatie

LifeTime Projects is a French based non profit organisation. 

We work in the following fields : 
 - Child protection
 - Women's rights
 - The protection of the environment and animal welfare 
 - Eco citizenship

In the following countries : 
- Bolivia
- Cameroun
- Colombia
- Guatemala
- England
- France 

We believe in : 

Living in total immersion in the country you visit 
By discovering the world with LifeTime Projects, you will experience unforgettable moments. Whether during your mission, with your host family or with the people you meet, you will discover the culture and traditions of a country directly. Thanks to this complete immersion in the life of the country, and having built a project with the locals, you will return with a real knowledge of the local culture.

Take part in concrete actions
Do you have difficulty measuring the impact of good deed ? The best way to measure the usefulness of your actions is to carry them out directly, in the field! That is why LifeTime Projects supports you in the design and organization of your humanitarian mission or gap year in total immersion.

Change your world view, make a difference
Our humanitarian and ecological missions are designed to have a maximum impact, not only locally but also on the volunteer who will return to his or her daily life enriched by a new perspective on the world.
We act where people need us most and where our presence is most wanted. You will come back with the feeling that you have made a difference and made your contribution to a more understanding world. We believe we all have a lot to learn fro each other and putting different cultures together is enriching and strengthening for all. 

Your footprint
We hope to leave our mark, that of sharing, love and mutual respect, in the hearts of the people we meet and work with (note that our organization is independent of any political party and religious organization).
Whether in Cameroon, Bolivia, Guatemala, Colombia, France or England, discovering the world allows a better understanding of its challenges. What seems distant from France takes a whole new dimension before, during and after the experience of a mission with LifeTime Projects.
Participating in an international development mission with LifeTime Projects also means contributing to sustainable development by helping people and changing their view of the world. 

9 beoordelingen · rating4.9

Paula Zivić rating5

2023 at Eco citizenship

I spent 3,5 weeks in Rincon del mar with LifeTimeProjects. I got to experience so many different things and i am so grateful for that time. Not only did I feel unbelievable safe but Rincon is beautiful itself :) Manon, the project leader is super nice and helped me alot with understanding the ...
Matthew Grady rating3.8

2022 at Eco citizenship

This was my first time volunteering so I don’t have much to compare it to. I spent six weeks in Rincón del Mar and I would recommend it to anyone. It is possibly the safest I have ever felt anywhere in the world. I signed up for four weeks and ended up staying for an extra two (the more time you ...
Google Translator: I really enjoyed my experience with LifeTime Projects! I went to Yaoundé, Cameroon, for 3 months on the project Impuls'Her Projects. I gave entrepreneurship, literacy and computer lessons to young Cameroonian women in orphanages and reception centers. I was very well accompanied ...
Christine Horville rating5

2019 at Creative workshops and cultural exchange

Google Translator: This year I joined the LifeTime Projects Association to go to Cameroon and share my time and knowledge with orphans and women of the Impuls'Her project. LifeTime Projects invests in several orphanages in Cameroon, in the capital Yaoundé. They welcome children from birth to ...
Google Translator: I have participated in a current socio-cultural project in Rincon del Mar, a town located on the Caribbean coast of Colombia, through intensive action in workshops and activities related to art, culture and the environment. I had the opportunity to teach and / or share my ...
Christine Broad rating5

2018 at Creative workshops and cultural exchange

How to help Atta ‘s women improve their autonomy Six Atta women were trained in organic palm oil soap making, to produce and sell soap on markets and earn money to allow their daughters to go to school. The whole village ( women , school , Church ) was informed ( Phast méthod ) on how to ...

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