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CARE FOR KIDS IN ORPHANAGES PROJECT
In Kenya, many children and young adults have become
orphans after losing their parents and families to HIV/AIDS and Malaria.
On this Care project, you'll work with some of Kenya's poorest and most
disadvantaged children, providing them with care and support, as well as
informal education and any
other assistance that is needed. This is a very
worthwhile project that is aimed at helping those who need it the most.
‘Thank you for your help I had an AMAZING
life changing time and looking forward to going back at end of this year
again once I’ve saved up!’ Laura Parsons
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►SUMMARY
FACTFILE |
| Start Dates |
All year round - you choose your
start and finish dates! |
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Duration |
Minimum stay 2 weeks and up to 1 year, subject to visa
requirements |
| Requirements |
No qualifications needed, just a
big dose of enthusiasm!
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Price |
From £675 /
US$1015 for 2 weeks, ranging to £1,695 / US$2545 for 12 weeks.
Full Price List and other
Currencies |
| What's included |
►Accommodation
►Food
►Meeting you at the Airport
►Transfer to your accommodation
►Transport
to and from you project every day
►Full pre-departure support
►Local in-country team support
and backup
►24-hr emergency support
►Two free T-shirts. |
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What's not included |
Flights, Insurance,
Cost of Visas (if a visa is required, but we'll provide necessary documents and
assistance), Return transfer to
airport. |
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Who can do this Project? |
All our projects are
open to all nationalities.
Unless otherwise stated, you need to be aged between 17 and 70+ |
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PROJECT OVERVIEW
There are many, many children living in Kenya that have been orphaned by the
HIV/AIDS virus and by Malaria. These children are often
left without surviving relatives that can look after them and with no
means to look after themselves. We work with a number of different orphanages with young children through to 18 year olds.
You may help with all ages. If you prefer a specific age group, we will try and
arrange that for you.
The main objective of these projects is to
improve the lives of street children in any way possible. Your work
helps the carers with the day to day running of the homes/centres, as
well as assisting with some basic care of the children. The other important aspect of the placement
is to give attention to many of the children who have come from very
traumatic backgrounds by interacting with them in an informal setting.
Anyone with any medical knowledge would also be greatly appreciated at
the Centres' dispensaries.
WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:
The enormous satisfaction of helping disadvantaged children and
knowing that you made a difference to them.
New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding
of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional
development.
An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head
and shoulders above most others in the job market
And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!
WORK CONTENT:
Generally the type of work you will be allocated will depend to an
extent on your own abilities and capabilities, which is understandable
given that you will be dealing with children’s health and safety. You
will normally sit down with the supervisor when you arrive to set up an
informal timetable for your placement.
The hours may vary, but normally you will work from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00
p.m., from Monday to Friday with the option of working weekends. You may
also prefer to work mornings or afternoons only, which can be catered
for.
It is difficult to be specific about your day-to-day, but you will get a
good general feel of the orphanage by working and/or observing.
The level of education of the children is generally very poor so you
should have discussions with your supervisor to ascertain the best use
of your time and skills with the different groups of children.
But the most important thing you can do is to give the children lots of
love, care and attention.
You'll be
given help and direction from the staff, but your workload will depend
on you and what you put into it. Your work as a volunteer may include:
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Preparing food for the children and helping them eat.
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General cleaning, washing dishes, etc.
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Helping the permanent staff care for the children.
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Bathing the children and washing their clothes
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Organizing and facilitating games and plays for the children.
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Playing with the children - here you can use your imagination and
involve them in lots of different activities
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Helping some of the children with their homework.
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Getting involved in drawing and painting or even music if you have
skills in that area.
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Working with the younger children/babies – helping to change them,
feed and bath them.
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If you are interested and feel you have the ability, you may also be
asked to help with arranging fundraising for the institute.
What will the
local community gain from your assistance?
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As a result of your volunteer work, the orphanage, the workers
and the society at large will benefit directly or indirectly by
having the opportunity to interact with you and all our volunteers,
thus learning about foreign cultures and the wider world
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They will have access to a free workforce and invaluable service
which you provide them as a volunteer.
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Their traditional knowledge and skills in care work are
supplemented with initiatives, skills and ideas which they will get
from you and all our volunteers. Fresh eyes and a different way of
doing things can be of tremendous benefit to them.
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Lots of love and care which is fundamental for the growth and
development of the children.
"My family were fantastic
and went beyond their duties to make me welcome. Njeri [Travellers'
Mombasa Organiser] was always helpful should I need anything."
Caroline Chadwick, on her accommodation in Mombasa.
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"My trip to Kenya was an unbelievable experience,
and definitely does not compare to anything else I have ever done.
Easily the best 6 weeks of my life, without a doubt. Thank you
Travellers, for giving me that opportunity"|
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