HOMELESS SHELTER FOR THE ELDERLY & FREE MEDICAL CLINIC
Senderos de Omaira Foundation
Senderos de Omaira Foundation
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The main purpose of the SENDEROS DE OMAIRA FOUNDATION is to house temporarily (day care) or permanently in its facilities an undetermined number of older adults, for their comprehensive care, maintenance and personal development.
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Spots: 2 at a time-Reserve your spot now!
Service Term: 14 days minimum required stay - (4) 6-8-hrs. shifts/wk
Spanish Skills Required:Beginner Experience Required: None. If you have the time, energy, desire, and love to help a fellow human being, this is a welcoming open-doors project.. Opportunity to learn & train hands-on with the staff exists daily. The shelter houses 10-14 elderly as well as a free medical clinic run by visiting Colombian volunteer professional nurses & doctors. Not only are the shelter residents served but also the homeless and Venezuelan refugees. This setting will offer an unforgettable and valuable rich experience for anyone interested in health professions and social work professions.. While participating, you may visit other local & regional organizations such as retirement homes, youth shelter, childcare center for children of sex workers, public school physical education, community club sports, and dog haven. To request more information, send your CV/Resume to: [email protected] Download More Info:
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HOMELESS SHELTER FOR THE ELDERLY - TESTIMONIALS
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Thelma Navarro, Mexico-USA
San Diego State University - Health Policy - Grad Student
UCLA - Sociology & Global Health, B.A. "I think students and professionals should come to help out. Don Ramiro is one of the most inspirational people I have ever met!"
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Maya Loventhal, California, United States
Spanish B.A., next stop is Medical School!
"I recently had the opportunity to travel down to Colombia to observe ad ride along in the ambulance which was AMAZING! I feel like I learned a lot and got the opportunity to see the behind the scenes of medicine that I really wouldn't have had the opportunity to see at home. I also got to participate in Search and Rescue training. I would recommend that you do night shifts so you could see what it's like to wake up at 3.a.m..for a medical emergency. This experience is going to be very useful when I go to medical school. I am very grateful for this experience!"
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Alexandra Portlock, England
Professional Trainer, Health Education, M.A.
"I am from England, where I work as a personal trainer and health specialist. So my experience in the fire station gave me a good view of the healthcare system in Colombia. The firemen and paramedics in Chinchina are very professional. Committed and organised, they provide the adequate attention to each patient. I learnt a lot, as the team are always happy to share their explain the how and why of each decision taken. Not only I got to watch interventions, but also I got to try out one of their practice exercises! For sure I recommend the experience."
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How does it work?
Program Cost: $35/day (USD) - Housing included at Minga House!
Refund Policy:
There is no refund for the first 30 days of programming.
Why? Because much unrecoverable staff time & effort is invested prior to your arrival to plan your programming.
Refund Policy:
There is no refund for the first 30 days of programming.
Why? Because much unrecoverable staff time & effort is invested prior to your arrival to plan your programming.
- Step 1: First, verify availability for your chosen primary volunteer or internship role during your estimated desired travel dates. Submit your resume (CV) and request a WhatsApp interview by the Volunteer Advisor to evaluate your Spanish conversational skills. Your complete profile will be then presented to your chosen worksite for pre-approval.
Read the "additional expenses" section below before committing to volunteer with Minga House Foundation.
- Step 2: Then, Book your flight, then provide us a copy of your flight e-confirmation so we know 100% that you are coming.
Your arrival and departure will be reported to the the Department of Immigration of Colombia via the Sistema de Informacion de Registro de Extranjeros (SIRE).
- Step 3: Lastly, launch your program by reserving your spot!
Additional Expenses - USD
- Housing: $0/day - because it is already included at no additional cost at Minga House in a shared room with bunk beds..
- Food: $5-15/day regardless if you eat out daily or prepare your own food in our shared kitchen, depending on your diet.
- Airport Pick-up & Drop-Off: $40-42 paid directly to the taxi. (we connect you to approved drivers) 45 min ride to Chinchina.
- Worksite Transportation: $0-5/day round trip via either taxi or public bus; but most sites are within walking distance.
- Accidental Insurance: $4-12/mo paid by Minga House Foundation; cost veries based on volunteer/internship roles (Required).
- Medical Insurance: Not required, but highly recommended while traveling abroad. MHF is not responsible for your care.
- Optional - Recreational & Cultural Excursions vary from Free to $100 USD each, most are inexpensive! See Self-Guided Tours
- Optional - Personal Interpreter or Aide: $10-30/day - see college students avilable for contract at bottom of Team page
Volunteering & Internships Catalogue
Online Spanish Level Test - Free
Trip Planning Guide
Fundraising Tools
Travel Medical Insurance
Coffee Region - Travel Guides
FAQ
Online Spanish Level Test - Free
Trip Planning Guide
Fundraising Tools
Travel Medical Insurance
Coffee Region - Travel Guides
FAQ
Minga House Foundation's facilities are 100% NON-SMOKING and 100% NO ILLEGAL DRUGS