Volunteer Healthcare Program in Honduras
Unfortunately, the public health care system in Honduras is one of the worst in Latin America. There are very few good hospitals, and most middle class families are unable to afford them. Therefore, able volunteers in our Volunteer Honduras Health Project assist in local hospitals which are often poorly-equipped and are short of well trained staff.
Volunteers in the Healthcare Program work in local public hospitals and clinics and support local doctors and nurses in their work. Volunteer tasks vary and depend on the general skills, qualifications, age and experience of the volunteer. Volunteers work in different capacities from observing to providing assistance in surgery, based on your skills and experience. Also depending on your skill level, you may help care for patients, check blood pressure, distribute food, and work in the pharmacy or with a gynecologist.
Volunteers work for around 6 hrs in a day for 5 days in a week. Daily volunteers schedule can vary and is flexible.
Volunteers in the Healthcare Program work in local public hospitals and clinics and support local doctors and nurses in their work. Volunteer tasks vary and depend on the general skills, qualifications, age and experience of the volunteer. Volunteers work in different capacities from observing to providing assistance in surgery, based on your skills and experience. Also depending on your skill level, you may help care for patients, check blood pressure, distribute food, and work in the pharmacy or with a gynecologist.
Volunteers work for around 6 hrs in a day for 5 days in a week. Daily volunteers schedule can vary and is flexible.
| Program Information |
| Program Requirements Volunteers must be 18 years or older at the beginning of the program. It is important for the volunteers to note that work will be determined by volunteers level of training, qualifications, Spanish speaking ability and Age. Volunteers need to have a basic–intermediate level of Spanish for this program (Spanish lessons are available at an extra cost). All volunteers must carry their medical certification (if any), lab coat and stethoscope in the program. Project Location The project placements are located in and around the city of La Ceiba. Most of the volunteer projects are located at within close proximity to the accommodations. La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras. •Located on the north coast of Honduras bordering the Caribbean Sea and a blue-green mountain range rainforest. • It is a charming and safe port city. • Just a short ride by ferry boat to the beautiful Bay Islands, famous for their snorkeling and scuba diving |
| What we provide |
| Airport Receive/ Transfer: Volunteers are picked up from the Goloson International Airport in La Ceiba by the local coordinator or representative. You can also arrive by bus from San Pedro Sula and will be picked up at the bus station in La Ceiba. Orientation: All volunteers are given an Orientation beginning on their project start date. Orientation is conducted by the local coordinator and covers topics such as Honduran Customs, Rules and Expectations, Safety and Introduction to your project and placement. Lodging: All Volunteers are provided private accommodation with local host families. All host family accommodations are located in good, safe neighborhoods and are in close proximity to the projects, most of the times. Staying with a local family , you will experience the local culture, customs and way of living of the local people in Honduras. Food: Volunteers are provided with three cooked meals a day at the host family house. The meals consist of both Vegetarian and Non Vegetarian dishes. Insurance: All participants are covered for full comprehensive Travel and Medical insurance for their time of stay in our project. To view a copy of the Insurance Coverage provided, please click here In-country support: 24 hours support provided by our local staff. You will be provided with the contact details of the local coordinator and staff who will be contactable 24 hrs once you are in country. Pre-departure information: After we receive full and final payment all participants are provided by a pre-departure information booklet by e-mail which will have all vital information about your program. The Pre Departure Information Booklet provides the complete details of the country, project locations, Visas, Immunizations, Things to Pack list, Accommodations, Contact Information etc. During your Free Time La Ceiba has plenty to offer for everyone. There are lots of fun extracurricular activities for the weekends, including scuba diving, snorkeling in the Bay Islands of Utila or Roatan,White water rafting, Canopy Zip line, Hiking, Mountain Biking, Horse Back riding, Dancing Salsa lessons, cooking Latin food lessons, among others. |
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Start Dates Volunteers can begin their project placement on any Monday of the month. Program Costs Volunteering Solutions strives hard to keep costs low and offer you the lowest prices with professional services to volunteer abroad. Compare our prices and services to other organizations and you would be surprised to see the difference. |
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Program Fee - Honduras Volunteer Program - ( Prices in Pound )
Please note: An application fee of £130 is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment.
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What are you Paying For ? » 24 hrs Assistance and support from VS Staff » Comprehensive Pre- Departure Information » Airport Pickup » Orientation » Food » Accommodation » Travel & Medical Insurance What's NOT Included? » Airfare » Visa and Visa extension fee » Airport taxes »Local Transportation » Any personal expenses |