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Aide to Children with Down Syndrome
Ecuador Volunteer Placement
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- Full-time volunteer
- Internship
- Part-time volunteer
- Volunteer Only
An institution made up of the ex-beauty queens of the city of Quito, who on leaving their post, dedicate much of their time and energy to charitable projects to help the children of the city. There are a number of initiatives which the foundation supports. For example, some initiatives include work with street children, work to improve the city of Quito and various other charitable projects. One project is in particularly in need of volunteers to work with children with Down Syndrome.
In the mornings the children are divided into groups according to their mental abilities and volunteers are needed to work with them to improve their manual dexterity and help them to learn how to write or draw. In the afternoon the children receive individual therapy which concentrates on physical aspects of their development. Volunteers do not have to be physiotherapists, as the 'Fundacion' will provide training to teach them how to administer physical therapy to the children
Work Schedule: Varies.
Location of Placements: Quito ( Avenida Inaquito N37 - 236)
Lodging: Hostal (shared room, no meals). Homestay available at extra cost.
Requirements:
- Minimum age: 18 years.
- Minimum commitment: 4 weeks.
- Minimum Spanish level: High-Intermediate
- Relevant experience.
Important Things to Consider:
Other Comments:
The maximum number of volunteers that this organization accepts is 3.
(note: that we don’t know if positions are available until you apply).
As with all volunteer projects applicable donations welcome.
Program Fees:
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