Dental Healthcare

location
2 - 50 semaines  ·  Âge 16 - 50+

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Clou

  • Experience the Dominican style of live and chill by the rhythm of Caribbean music!
  • Gain Spanish fluency with the help of our free Spanish classes and share daily life with locals!
  • Become more passionate about your studies and propel your career with international experience!

Clou

  • Experience the Dominican style of live and chill by the rhythm of Caribbean music!
  • Gain Spanish fluency with the help of our free Spanish classes and share daily life with locals!
  • Become more passionate about your studies and propel your career with international experience!
  • Make memories you never forget during weekend excursions with your fellow participants!
  • Enjoy the gorgeous beaches of Samana, climb the mountain peaks of pico Duarte and visit historical sites in Santo Domingos' colonial town!


  • Particulièrement approprié pour

    Âge 16+
    Seul voyageur
    Couples
    Familles
    Groupes
    50+
    Fauteuil roulant

    À propos du programme

    Work side by side with Dentists at neighborhoods dental health clinics and learn by practicing

    DENTAL HEALTHCARE - Dentistry observation and experience opportunity

    Program Description 

    This Dentistry observation and experience opportunity is designed for current professionals and aspiring dentists. You'll gain hands-on work experience in a local hospital-based dental clinic or neighborhood ...

    À propos du programme

    DENTAL HEALTHCARE - Dentistry observation and experience opportunity

    Program Description 

    This Dentistry observation and experience opportunity is designed for current professionals and aspiring dentists. You'll gain hands-on work experience in a local hospital-based dental clinic or neighborhood health clinic, witnessing the contrast between Western dentistry practice and the realities of dentistry in a developing country. Your involvement level will depend on your professional and Spanish language skills, motivation, and willingness to engage. Your work schedule will be discussed in a meeting with the departmental director, volunteer coordinator, and supervisor, but please note that schedules may be subject to sudden changes based on patients' needs. During the program, you'll shadow doctors and nurses and have the chance for hands-on experience according to your qualifications and language skills. To make the most of your involvement or if you have specific healthcare goals, please reach out to us promptly to discuss your options in detail.


    Volunteer placement or internship

    Our program offers flexible commitment options for volunteers, ranging from a minimum of 4 hours daily up to to 40 hours per week - you decide! If you're joining as an intern, we understand that your school or university may have specific requirements. Please inform us in advance about your internship criteria, enabling us to tailor a personalized work plan to suit your needs. Share your expectations and goals with us, and we'll work together to ensure you achieve them. We are happy to give students academic credit or provide a report outlining the learning outcomes and deliverables achieved during the internship.

    Requirements 

    We warmly welcome students and professionals from diverse backgrounds, including pre-university students aspiring for a dental career. Dental care volunteers should possess initiative, enthusiasm, and adaptability. Specialized skills enable engagement in more focused activities. While B1 Spanish skills are necessary, advanced proficiency opens up additional opportunities. Complimentary Spanish lessons are provided to enhance the experience of our valued dental care volunteers and interns. The program is open to elective students, dentistry students with available holiday time, pre-university students, and individuals pursuing specialized dentistry courses. Kindly bring easy-to-clean scrubs and closed shoes for clinic work, as they are mandatory.


    Journée typique

    What to expect
    You have the opportunity to join this program at any time of the year. The working hours are primarily in the morning, aligning with the presence of doctors at the dental clinic. However, please be aware that as with any medical service, schedules may be subject to sudden changes, and ...

    Journée typique

    What to expect
    You have the opportunity to join this program at any time of the year. The working hours are primarily in the morning, aligning with the presence of doctors at the dental clinic. However, please be aware that as with any medical service, schedules may be subject to sudden changes, and this is due to the priority of addressing patients' immediate needs. The flexibility of the program allows volunteers to make a significant impact, as they play a crucial role in supporting dental services. While the schedule might vary, it also provides a dynamic and immersive experience, allowing you to witness the diverse cases and challenges that arise in a dental clinic within a developing country setting. Rest assured that your dedication and willingness to adapt to changing circumstances will greatly contribute to the program's success and the overall well-being of the patients you serve. As you embrace this opportunity, you'll not only gain valuable hands-on experience but also make a positive difference in the lives of those in need of dental care.

    Holidays  
    Christmas Holidays from December 16 until January 06, 2025.

    Attention: Volunteers are welcome to stay at our Volunteer Guesthouse during Dominican Christmas and new year holidays! Even though working and business life comes to a halt through this two week period when the whole country is celebrating Christmas, our volunteers are welcome to celebrate Christmas and new year together with us and the Dominican people!

    Activities can include but are not limited to

     

    • Observing, shadowing and assisting the dentist

    • Encouraging and teaching prevention of oral diseases through proper hygiene and regular check-ups for professional cleaning and evaluation (special prevention program for pregnant women)

    • Providing oral health services support when needed, including dental assistance, dental hygiene and dental therapy

    • Assisting the dentist according to your skills and experience with dental treatments: dental restorations, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canal therapy, periodontal therapy and extraction of teeth as well as dental examinations and diagnosis

    Guidelines on medical Issues of the Dominican Republic:

    • WHO report on health care reform in Dominican Republic, 2010

    • Health System of the Dominican Republic, 2011. The website provides an excellent overview of common medical issues in the DR and the government health system. Only available in Spanish.


    Activités de loisirs

    Program Highlights
    • Experience the Dominican style of live and chill by the rhythm of Caribbean music!
    • Gain Spanish fluency with the help of our free Spanish classes and share daily life with locals
    • Become more passionate about your studies and propel your career with international experience!
    • Make ...

    Activités de loisirs

    Program Highlights
    • Experience the Dominican style of live and chill by the rhythm of Caribbean music!
    • Gain Spanish fluency with the help of our free Spanish classes and share daily life with locals
    • Become more passionate about your studies and propel your career with international experience!
    • Make memories you never forget during weekend excursions with your fellow participants!
    • Enjoy the gorgeous beaches of Samana, climb the mountain peaks of pico Duarte and visit historical sites in Santo Domingos' colonial town!

    What makes the Dominican Republic and Samana such a special destiny?
    Samana is the name of both the peninsula and its biggest town located at Samana bay in the northeastern part of the Dominican Republic. It is a dramatically beautiful peninsula, like an island unto itself, of coconut trees stretching into the sea. The town of Samana is a scenic, beautiful and peaceful port, with friendly and easy-going Dominicans, living their life with tourism, agriculture and fishing activities, all set to the beat and rhythms of Merengue, Bachata and Salsa music. The Malecon (seaside promenade) of two kilometers length is perfect for strolling by day and night. It is the perfect place to while away the evening in a relaxing atmosphere in one of the many surrounding restaurants and bars. Hundreds of fantastic beaches surround the peninsula of Samana, which can be explored during a day trip or for the whole weekend. Experience the Dominican style of live and chill by the rhythm of Caribbean music!
    Other highlights nearby are:

    • Las Galeras y El Rincon - A small fisherman's town with beautiful beaches surrounded by nature. Travel by Bus (45 minutes / US$ 2,-)
    • El Limón - Famous waterfall and swimming. Travel by Bus (20 minutes / US$ 1,50,-)
    • Cayo Levantado - Small Island with beautiful beaches just of the coastline in Samana. Travel by Boat (15 minutes / US$ 2,-)
    • Parque National de los Haiteses - Park made of mangroves, caves with ancient paintings and beautiful bays with pristine beaches. Magnificent limestone caves to explore. Travel by Boat 60 minutes / US$ 10,-
    • Playa El Valle - A small fisherman's settlement with a beautiful beach surrounded by pristine nature. Travel by Moto Concho (MotoTaxi) (20 Minutes / US$ 3,-)
    • Great Kitesurfing beaches near Las Terrenas only an hour from Samana! The whole Peninsula of Samana is a wild and precious natural gem! People are extremely friendly and nature is gorgeous! 
    • Whale-Watching - From mid-January to late March the bay is home to some of the world's best whale-watching


    Conditions

    Conditions

    Âge minimum: 16 ans

    Pour participer à ce programme tu dois avoir au moins 16 ans quand le programme commence.

    Compétences linguistiques

    Tu dois parler Anglais (niveau de base) et Espagnol (niveau de base)

    Exigences en matière de formation

    preferably medicine or dentistry à niveau High school graduate or pre-university student with focus on Medicine or Dentistry

    Documents Requis

    CV

    Restrictions de Nationalité

    Aucune restriction. De l'aide venant de tous les coins du monde est bienvenu.

    Autres Compétences

    The key requirements for a dental care volunteer/intern are initiative, enthusiasm and readiness to work in unfamiliar circumstances. The dentistry program is available for elective students, dentistry students with free holiday time, and pre-university students, as well as students taking, or planning to take, specialist dentistry courses. Basic Spanish skills are needed, but an advanced level of Spanish experience will open up more opportunities. We offer free Spanish language lessons.

    Engagement horaire

    Nous avons besoin de ton aide pour lundi, mardi, mercredi, jeudi et vendredi

    Services inclus

    Services inclus

    Services de Fundacion Aldeas de Paz

    Costs & Benefits
    At Aldeas de Paz, we are committed to affordability and financial transparency with our open book policy. Our minimum contribution starts at just €155 per week (after the second week). This inclusive package covers Spanish language classes, comfortable accommodation in fully equipped guesthouse apartments, a dedicated program donation, personal welcome service, airport pick-up, bus transfer, bus fare, and a free transfer to your placement location.

    This is included:

    • Airport welcome service & transfer to your placement location

    • Fully equipped Accommodation in Las Terrenas or Samana depending where you will be placed

    • Free WiFi & access to washing machine

    • Free regular Spanish lessons throughout your placement

    • Placement introduction, certificate & student credit

    • Full support and 24/7 backup from local staff

    • Information about adventure packages & in-country travel

    Special Offer
    Enjoy free Spanish language classes for volunteers and interns, emphasizing practical communication skills. Develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing abilities naturally, similar to learning one's mother tongue. From day one, you'll use Spanish in real-life situations with role-plays, situational dialogues, and work projects complementing the basic syllabus. Beyond the classroom, immerse yourself in the Spanish language and Dominican culture for a continuous learning experience.

    Transfert de l'aéroport Las Americas International Airport

    Travel Logistics
    Volunteer safety is our top priority. Upon your arrival at the airport, our friendly English-speaking driver will be there to greet you and help with your transit to the bus terminal. They'll ensure you have a direct and comfortable bus ticket to Samana, your placement location (approximately 2 hours). Once you arrive, our dedicated staff and fellow volunteers will warmly welcome you and escort you to your accommodation.

    Logement

    Accommodation
    Discover our sought-after volunteer guesthouse apartments in Samaná and Las Terrenas, offering convenience, safety, and scenic beauty. Standard accommodation includes shared rooms for bonding with fellow volunteers from diverse backgrounds. Choose from double, single, or homestay options to immerse in local culture. Enjoy free wifi and access to a washing machine. Collaborate with volunteers worldwide for a rich cultural exchange and lifelong friendships. Join us in creating a respectful and supportive community, ensuring a personally rewarding volunteering experience. Be part of this meaningful journey and leave with unforgettable memories and lasting friendships.

    Accès à Internet

    Bon accès sur le site du projet

    NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

    NE SONT inclus dans le prix:

    Aliments & Boissons

    Aliments, collations et boissons sont disponibles contre supplément.

    Billets d'avion

    L'aéroport le plus proche est Las Americas International Airport (SDQ) à Santo Domingo. Nous t'aidons à trouver des vols pas chers pour aller en République dominicaine. TROUVER DES VOLS PAS CHERS

    Assurance Voyage

    Partir à l'étranger est une aventure et c'est toujours mieux d'être bien préparé. Que ce soit une maladie soudaine, une blessure ou du vol - une assurance voyage pour République dominicaine te protège en cas de situation imprévue. OBTENIR UN DEVIS

    Vaccins

    Si tu envisages de faire du bénévolat en République dominicaine, nous te conseillons de consulter un médecin avant le début de ton voyage. Renseigne-toi sur les vaccins nécessaires pour République dominicaine. INFOS VACCINS

    Informations sur l'arrivée

    Availability
    This program is ongoing throughout the whole year and is not paused even through holidays!


    Time Commitment
    A minimum time commitment of 2 weeks is required and can be extended up to one year 


    Placement Location
    Las Terrenas


    About your Placement Location
    The Aldeas de Paz Foundation is based in the charming coastal villages of Samana and Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic. Samana, in the north-eastern corner, has about 15,000 inhabitants and is renowned for its safety, tranquil atmosphere, and beautiful beaches. The community values social responsibility and exudes a secure, small European town vibe. The Dominican Republic's countryside is widely recognized for its peacefulness, making it one of the safest regions in the Caribbean. When you join our program, you'll experience a welcoming and secure environment while contributing to meaningful projects in this picturesque part of the world.
    Disponibilité
    janv. févr. mars avril mai juin juil. août sept. oct. nov. déc.

    Frais de Programme

    2 semaines (durée min.) 1 468€
    3 semaines 1 650€
    4 semaines 1 833€
    5 semaines 2 015€
    6 semaines 2 197€
    7 semaines 2 379€
    8 semaines 2 561€
    9 semaines 2 743€
    10 semaines 2 925€
    11 semaines 3 007€
    12 semaines 3 290€
    13 semaines 3 472€
    50 semaines (durée max.) 9 500€
    Prix moyen 462€/semaine

    Frais de Programme

    462€ par semaine 2 - 50 semaines Âge 16 - 50+

    Méthodes de payement

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    PAS DE FRAIS DE CARTE DE CRÉDIT


    Durée

    2 - 50 semaines

    Acompte

    L'acompte sert à réserver ta place avec l'organisation. Les paiements sont effectués par Paypal, notre partenaire de confiance pour les solutions de paiements internationales. Si tu n'as pas Paypal, tu peux également utiliser ta carte de crédit.


    Paiement final

    Le paiement du montant restant doit être organisé avec Fundacion Aldeas de Paz durant le processus de candidature. Très souvent ce paiement est effectué par virement bancaire ou en espèces.


    Rencontrez votre hôte

    Fundacion Aldeas de Paz

    Fantastique 4.5 rating (56 avis)

    Non lucratif - fondée en 2001

    Vérifié par Volunteer World

      Taux de réponse excellent

    Hébergé par

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    Langues parlées: Allemand, Anglais, Espagnol, Portugais

    Sur le projet

    Aldeas de Paz is a sustainable and transparent grass-roots NGO based in Santa Barbara de Samaná and Las Terrenas, Dominican Republic.

    Rencontrez votre hôte

    History of Aldeas de Paz

    In the 1990s a German entrepreneur developed the Peace Villages Foundation, a social purpose NGO. For this he left his successful business career behind to become a social activist. He joined grassroots NGO’s around the globe and worked as a volunteer with the intention of helping to promote a “Culture of Peace”. Learning to put his entrepreneurial skills to work and gaining important NGO management experience, enabled him to set up replicable and self-sustained development programs under the legal frame of Fundaciòn Aldeas de Paz in Venezuela (2001) and the Dominican Republic (2015).

    These days Fundaciòn Aldeas de Paz operates successful development and aid programs in the Samana province, a peninsula in the north-eastern corner of the Dominican Republic. Venezuelan operations are temporaley suspended until the situation allows for foreign aid workers to return savely to the country!

    The Beginnings in Venezuela

    The Peace Villages Foundation started in 1995 a first humanitarian project in Merida, Venezuela. Right from the beginning the project was financed through a Rotational Credit based on the collocation of the founders own life savings in form of a personal loan used as seed funding or seed capital. As the rotational credit is returned it is re-invested in yet a new project and so on.

    The work in Merida focused on children rights. Efforts were made to integrate street children and at-risk youth into a more stable environment, and at times into foster families. With the aim of creating a registered NGO in Venezuela, the founder and his friends succeeded with the legal constitution of Fundaciòn Aldeas de Paz in Caracas (2001) and the Dominican Republic (2015). Aldeas de Paz has been focusing its resources and volunteer support on cultural exchange and social development programs ever since.

    During 2014 the social and political situation in Venezuela became increasingly violent. Programs based on volunteer participation ever since had to be temporarily suspended in Venezuela.

    Aldeas de Paz in the Dominican Republic

    In the Dominican Republic our work focuses on education and human rights, gender equality, community development, environmental and climate protection as well as animal rescue. Aldeas de Paz actively promotes cultural exchange and sustainable, ecological tourism as a source of income for impoverished communities in the province. In addition, Aldeas de Paz strives to improve the lives of children, youth and young adults from vulnerable communities and disadvantaged backgrounds. The project locations Santa Bárbara de Samaná and Las Terrenas, both located on the peninsula of Samaná, are lovely coastal towns in the northeast of the Dominican Republic.

    Timeline

    1995, the first children rights activities in Merida, Venezuela, started. Focus is on social integration of street children and at-risk youth. Constitution of the Peace Villages Foundation

    2001, legal frame work and constitution of Fundaciòn Aldeas de Paz in Caracas, Venezuela.

    2002, a violent Coup d’état in Caracas. Aldeas de Paz activities in Caracas where forcefully suspended. Move to Santa Elena de Uairén, center of the Gran Sabana National Park near the Brazilian border in Venezuela. Development of various community based programs around social development, education and special need kids integration. Opening of the attention center “Tucusito” in the center of Santa Elena de Uairén.

    2003, building of the new Aldeas de Paz Attention Center with school and equine therapy activities and Volunteer residence as well as community outreach programs for youth care and community development, indigenous empowerment, skill training and health prevention of the charity own 5 ha plot in a beautiful setting next to the rain forest on the edge of the National Park

    2014, social and political unrest in Venezuela became increasingly violent and programs based on volunteer participation had to be suspended until further notice.

    2015 Aldeas de Paz opens a new outlet in Samaná, the Dominican Republic. The foundation focuses its resources and volunteer support on social development programs and cultural exchange. Opening of the first Attention Center for special need kids in the province of Samana.

    2016, Aldeas de Paz becomes the local host partner for the German Red Cross and the German Government sponsored program called “Weltwärts”:  German Red Cross volunteers join Aldeas de Paz in the Dominican Republic to help out for an entire year after which a new team will be placed every year.

    2017, legal frame work and constitution of Fundaciòn Aldeas de Paz in the DR is completed. Opening of a new branch in Las Terrenas, a beautifully set town on the northern coast of the Samana province and peninsula with the same name.

    2020, Our social programs have been developed and expanded ever since. Aldeas de Paz has become an important agent for Marine Conservation in the region and we where granted a UN sponsored project for coral reef restoration. Our volunteers reach has expanded too and we successfully opened a second branch in Las Terrenas not far from Samana where our attention centre and main office is located.

    What we do

    With our Youth Care and Community Work Program we aim to empower children and young adults by offering them additional educational opportunities and tutoring classes, as well as supporting and educating parents. With the help of local professionals we started the first ever educational and therapeutic initiative for children with special needs in the peninsula of Samaná.

    With our Permaculture & Aquaponics internship you can study agroecology, food security and sustainability while living in the Caribbean at an permaculture inspired, agro-tourism Demonstration & Education Center near famous Cabarete Beach. This pilot project is located near a tropical river outside the famous surf town of Cabarete, on the north coast of the Dominican Republic.

    Our small Community Attention Center, located in the heart of Samaná, hosts our special needs center and offers computer literacy, English and German classes and cultural exchange activities. In different locations around Samaná and Las Terrenas we offer a Diving & Marine Conservation Internship where we restore the coral reefs in front of the seaside town of Las Terrenas.

    Additionally, we raise awareness for critical issues through our Social Media, Multimedia and Journalism Project. An awareness raising television program is planned, with the aim to help educate parents and attend adolescent issues. With the help of our NGO Management and Admin Program we coordinate our efforts and keep up with the management of operations in the area. Within this program, we support our staff to coordinate the various initiatives and logistical planning involved with the aim to become self-sustained in the community.

    Our Medical and Dental Health Experience and Observation Programs allows interns and volunteers to shadow and assist the nurses and doctors in the local hospitals, neighborhood clinics and dental clinics.

    Our  Animal Rescue Program offers interns the possibility to gain working experience with abandoned animals, promoting their health and defending their rights. Thanks to the great efforts of all the volunteers from around the world, Fundación Aldeas de Paz is able to make a positive impact on the local community!

    56 avis · rating4.5

    I was very nervous for this trip since I didn't really know Spanish or have ever traveled to the Dominican, but it was so amazing! The coordinators and other volunteers are so supportive and want you to succeed and have the best trip. I did the medical program in the hospital and being able to see ...
    I was very nervous for this trip since I didn't really know Spanish or have ever traveled to the Dominican, but it was so amazing! The coordinators and other volunteers are so supportive and want you to succeed and have the best trip. I did the medical program in the hospital and being able to see ...
    My journey was fueled by a desire to experience life beyond the typical tourist attractions of the Dominican Republic. With a focus on medicine and healthcare, I embarked on a month-long journey that opened my eyes to a new world of challenges and insights. Working in a local hospital, I encountered ...
    Eric Boberg rating4.4

    2023 at Animal Rescue and Farm Maintenance

    Very well organized procedures for arrival, pickup, and orientation. Good, basic housing with all essentials. Committed, friendly staff. My only complaint is that they don't work the volunteers very hard. We only work weekday mornings, so I don't feel that we have the impact we could have - and ...
    Valerie Pramesberger rating4

    2023 at Medicine & Healthcare Observation & Experience

    Wir möchten gerne über unseren 5 wöchigen Aufenthalt in Samaná berichten, wo wir in einem Krankenhaus die dort arbeitenden Ärzte und Pfleger unterstützen. Unzählige Erfahrungen im Krankenhaus wie auch ganz viele Erlebnisse in unserer Freizeit - von Whale whatching über karibisch schöne ...
    Wir möchten gerne über unseren 5 wöchigen Aufenthalt in Samaná berichten, wo wir in einem Krankenhaus die dort arbeitenden Ärzte und Pfleger unterstützen. Unzählige Erfahrungen im Krankenhaus wie auch ganz viele Erlebnisse in unserer Freizeit - von Whale whatching über karibisch schöne ...

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