Physically and Intellectually-Challenged Children

location
4 - 12 weken  ·  Leeftijd 18 - 50+

rating  Uitstekend 4.8  · 
  Geverifieerd door Volunteer World
  Zeer hoog Responsgraad


Vooral geschikt voor

Leeftijd 18+
Alleenstaanden
Koppels
50+

Over het programma

Volunteer at a school or special care center for children and/or adults with various levels of physical and intellectual disability

About the Program

Special Care facilities and schools, that cater for children and adults with disabilities, are very much in short supply in South Africa. Besides this shortage of facilities, the few that do exist often face various challenges on a daily basis (extremely high operating costs, staff ...

Over het programma

About the Program

Special Care facilities and schools, that cater for children and adults with disabilities, are very much in short supply in South Africa. Besides this shortage of facilities, the few that do exist often face various challenges on a daily basis (extremely high operating costs, staff shortages, aging equipment, etc.). The children at these facilities have profound intellectual and physical disabilities and require round-the-clock care. Basic skills like feeding themselves, using the bathroom, walking, talking and even general playing are all very challenging tasks for them. The children will more than likely, never be completely independent, and total care will be required for the rest of their lives. 

This program is ideal for those studying and working in the field (Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Psychology, Speech Therapy, etc.)! Even if not qualified, volunteers bring affection, attention and love. "Special-needs" children require this on a constant basis throughout the day and volunteers provide these extra hands and eyes.

Structure and Facilities 

  • Vary depending on location 
  • Resources available and level of trained staff 
  • No Placements over December periods as children are placed with foster families 
  • Placements available in the local communities only
  • Residing with a host family. 



Dagelijkse activiteiten

Usual working days go from 08:00 AM - 16:00 PM and include the following activities.

  • Feeding, clothing and playing with children 
  • Assist with transportation of children
  • Meal preparation 
  • General Admin duties
  • Assisting with daily walks and planned activities, fund-raising initiatives, etc.
  • Any knowledge ...

Dagelijkse activiteiten

Usual working days go from 08:00 AM - 16:00 PM and include the following activities.

  • Feeding, clothing and playing with children 
  • Assist with transportation of children
  • Meal preparation 
  • General Admin duties
  • Assisting with daily walks and planned activities, fund-raising initiatives, etc.
  • Any knowledge and experience in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Speech Therapy and Psychology is welcome.  



Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

Cape Town is one of Africa’s most popular tourist destinations for a reason. Its beaches, such as Camp’s Bay, are world renown, and Cape Town’s beachfront and downtown areas are lively at any time. During the day it is easy to find artisans selling their crafts or outdoor cafes to enjoy the ...

Vrijetijdsactiviteiten

Cape Town is one of Africa’s most popular tourist destinations for a reason. Its beaches, such as Camp’s Bay, are world renown, and Cape Town’s beachfront and downtown areas are lively at any time. During the day it is easy to find artisans selling their crafts or outdoor cafes to enjoy the Mediterranean climate. At night, there are many excellent bars, clubs and restaurants where locals and foreigners can relax and socialize.
There are numerous cultural sites to visit, including the Bo-Kaap neighborhood and the Castle of Good Hope. They reflect Cape Town’s long history and help explain why the city is one of the most multicultural in the word. Robben Island, the infamous prison where political prisoners, including Nelson Mandela, were held during apartheid is a difficult but necessary stop. For outdoor lovers, Cape Town has a wide mix of opportunities. Table Mountain is a breathtaking spot to visit, and there are many nearby hills, mountains and trails that make for great biking, climbing and hiking. Many, like Lion’s Head Mountain, also offer stunning views over the city and ocean below. Join in on tours down the Garden Route and a Game Drive to spot the Big 5!



Voorwaarden

Voorwaarden

Minimum leeftijd: 18 jaar

Om deel te nemen aan het programma dien je tenminste 18 jaar oud te zijn op de startdatum van het programma. Er kunnen uitzonderingen gemaakt worden indien je een bewijs van toestemming kan aantonen van uw wettelijke voogd(en) of samen met je ouders deelneemt.

Taalkennis

Je dient over volgende taalkennis te beschikken Engels (gemiddeld niveau)

Bewijs van goed gedrag en zeden

verplicht

Vereiste documenten

CV and Police Clearance

Nationaliteitsbeperkingen

Geen beperkingen. Helpende handen van over de hele wereld zijn welkom.

Andere vaardigheden

- A love and passion for special-needs people - A willingness to help where help is needed (e.g. upgrades to facilities, cleaning, fundraising, etc.) - Patience and compassion are key

Tijdsinzet

Uw helpende hand wordt verwacht op maandag, dinsdag, woensdag, donderdag en vrijdag van 08:00 - 16:00

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten ingesloten

Diensten door Stay Africa Volunteers

Placement in a suitable project and volunteer hostel/host family - Placement inventory information prior to arrival in South Africa - Transfer from the airport to the STAY AFRICA house - Transfer to STAY AFRICA office for Orientation - Orientation program, including welcome session and Orientation Session - Meals and accommodation at volunteer house - 

At additional cost: Access to email, internet and mail holding facility at the STAY AFRICA House; Transportation from the accommodation to the project site and back. 


Afhaal aan de luchthaven op Cape Town International Airport

Volunteers will be collected at Cape Town International Airport on the Set Arrival Date. A representative from the shuttle company will have a signboard with your name, or STAY AFRICA VOLUNTEERS, on it to meet you. If you are unable to see anyone, please make your way to the information desk in the main terminal as the driver will page for you.

Accomodatie

Volunteers placed at community projects will reside in a homestay within walking distance from their project or within a short Uber ride. The communities are approximately 30-40 minutes outside Cape Town in working to middle class residential areas. At the homestay, 3 meals a day, 7 days per week are provided and volunteers are responsible for their own laundry. Internet is a luxury and cannot be guaranteed. Volunteers will share a room with fellow volunteers. We always try to place more than one volunteer together, at the host family/project, however, this is not always possible due the specialized nature of the project. Volunteers joining this program need to be comfortable with the idea of living alone with the host family - you will still be in contact with all the other volunteers in Cape Town, via the WhatsApp group, so can plan trips/activities together.

Eten & Drank

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner is provided everyday at the homestay. Vegetarians can be catered for. Breakfast is self help and normally includes coffee, tea with bread and cereal. Lunch consist of a packed sandwich to our project and Dinner includes a wide variety of dishes featuring food such as chicken or beef with beans, pasta, vegetable or rice. Dinner may also include a salad or soup.

Internet toegang

Makkelijke toegang op de project site

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Wat is er NIET inbegrepen?

Vlucht tickets

De dichtste luchthaven is Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town. We assisteren u met het vinden van goedkope vluchten naar Zuid-Afrika. VIND GOEDKOPE VLUCHTEN

Reisverzekering

Naar het buitenland reizen is een avontuur en het is best om goed voorbereid te zijn. Plots ziek worden of gewond raken, annulaties of diefstal - een reisverzekering voor Zuid-Afrika biedt zekerheid en is een meerwaarde. KRIJG EEN OFFERTE

Vaccinaties

Als je de intentie hebt om als vrijwilliger aan de slag te gaan in Zuid-Afrika dien je eerst medisch advies in te winnen alvorens je eropuit trekt. Kijk de benodigde vaccinaties na voor Zuid-Afrika. VACCINATIE CHECKER

Gegevens over jouw aankomst

The Volunteer South Africa Program begins on a Sunday and ends on a Saturday, so you may arrive on any Sunday, throughout the year.   

We understand that flights may be expensive and you may not always be able to secure a flight to arrive on set arrival dates, we are therefore happy to accommodate last minute bookings even participants who are only able to arrive on a day where they are able to secure an affordable flight.


Beschikbaarheid
jan. feb. mrt. apr. mei. jun. jul. aug. sep. okt. nov. dec.

Programmakosten

4 weken (min. verblijf) 824€
5 weken 997€
6 weken 1.177€
7 weken 1.354€
8 weken 1.530€
9 weken 1.707€
10 weken 1.795€
11 weken 1.844€
12 weken (max. verblijf) 1.940€
Gemiddelde kosten 184€/week

Programmakosten

184€ per week 4 - 12 weken Leeftijd 18 - 50+

Betaalmethodes

Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

GEEN CREDITCARDKOSTEN


Duurtijd

4 - 12 weken

Waarborg

De waarborg dient om je plek als vrijwilliger te verzekeren. Betalingen worden door PayPal behandeld, onze betrouwbare betalingsprovider. Indien je niet over een PayPal account beschikt, kan je ook met een credit kaart betalen.


Finale betaling

Uw finale betaling zal worden goedgekeurd door Stay Africa Volunteers gedurende de aanmeld procedure. Veel voorkomende oplossingen zijn een banktransfer of contante betaling op de projectsite.


Ontmoet je organisatie

Stay Africa Volunteers

Uitstekend 4.8 rating (190 beoordelingen)

NGO - opgericht in 1972

Geverifieerd door Volunteer World

  Zeer hoog Responsgraad

Gepresenteerd door

Kevin

Gesproken talen: Engels

Over de organisatie

Stay Africa is a non-profit organization providing high quality, affordable Volunteer programs in Cape Town.

Ontmoet je organisatie

History

STAY AFRICA (previously known as SASTS Working Adventures) was set up in 1972 to provide affordable travel opportunities for South African students. It was the travel division of NUSAS, the National Union of South African Students, whose activities took root in the days of Apartheid. STAY AFRICA has played an integral role in facilitating student and youth travel for over 40 years and is well equipped to help students realize their travel dreams. Working with reputable and internationally recognized partners and being members of international associations. STAY AFRICA programs are run in accordance with guidelines put in place by these international organisations. Over the past 11 years, STAY AFRICA has branched out to include exciting opportunities for foreign travelers to experience South Africa by implementing Work South Africa, Volunteer South Africa, Groups and High School South Africa. 

Volunteer Programs

There are a vast number of interesting volunteer projects available and most of them are in the local communities surrounding and in the beautiful city of Cape Town. Volunteers can make a valuable contribution in many different facets of childcare, teaching, social, environment and medical placements in and around Cape Town. Whilst on the STAY AFRICA volunteer program, participants will stay with local host families and eat the local meals prepared by the family. They also have the option of staying in the City in a Volunteer House and eat in a local restaurant as well as use local minibus transport to their volunteer project. As a not for profit organisation run by staff of the local communities, we have extensive knowledge of the various communities of Cape Town and South Africa which enables us to offer first hand experience and advice of volunteering in the local communities. STAY AFRICA will provide a real insight into Cape Town’s culture, history, landscape through orientation and local community placement and provide the opportunity for genuine interaction with the local people.

STAY AFRICA's aim is to offer quality, affordable volunteering experiences and the opportunity to be immersed in a local culture for clients interested in discovering Cape Town. As a non-profit organisation, STAY AFRICA is dedicated to providing young people, from all over the world, the opportunity to come to South Africa and experience our cultures and people. 

Respect for the locals, their cultures, religion and environment are essential to operate a successful volunteer program. All our Volunteers placed in the local community have to abide by our Code of Conduct by respecting the local culture.  

Volunteers also have the opportunity to explore the scenic beauty of South Africa whereby we offer tours of Cape Town and Western Cape. Local guides and agencies are used with the understanding to offer a true cultural experience. 

Community Development 

STAY AFRICA works very closely with the local communities of Cape Town, to provide sustainable on-going partnerships. As a not for profit organisation, the program costs goes toward running of the program. Subject to available funding, STAY AFRICA assists community projects with donations to assist with various programs such as feeding scheme, a laptop was donated to a Daycare centre in the Farming community, end of year school functions, sports equipment for Schools etc. 

Volunteers in the local community are placed with Community host families, within walking distance from their volunteer project. Host families are paid a stipend to cover meals and accommodation, thus STAY AFRICA giving back to the local communities by placement of volunteers at both project and host family.  

All of our families we use are local host families and community projects started by the local people of the community that has identified a need within the local communities. Volunteers are placed at much needed community projects, NGO’S, public schools, Women run day care centres, Orphanages etc. All community projects are screened prior to placement of volunteers and factors such as economic responsibility, environmental, social responsibility and safety of the client are considered prior to approving local community projects for placement of our volunteers. In many cases volunteer assistance to these projects will assist the local people via ongoing placement of volunteers at both host family and projects. 


190 beoordelingen · rating4.8

My experience of volunteering with SASTS will be unforgettable and is something that I will treasure for always. Not only did I get my chance to travel a beautiful, surreal part of the world, but I also had the opportunity to meet a whole new family of friends. From day one I felt welcomed into the ...
I had the best time in south africa thanks to all the amazing people who looked after us. The staff of sasts always had an open ear for us when there was trouble or if we needed advice. They always try to please everyone and make sure that everyone feels comfortable and is happy with their project. ..
Jessica Serrano Moriana rating5

2024 at Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten

Wonderful experience! Something you muss do at least once in your life! Kevin and Noel were always there to help you. ...
Emma Vezzaro rating5

2024 at Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten

This was among the best experiences I have ever had in my life. I only did it for 3 weeks, so relatively little, but I felt at home. The house is very clean and comfortable, the people I met were always available, especially the contact persons who were always ready to help us volunteers. I had a ...
Ander Llanos-Recalde rating5

2024 at Childcare at a Creche or Kindergarten

Incredible experience with an unbeatable guide, Kevin. I would repeat with him without hesitation. ...
B. Sally Boluka rating5

2024 at Wildlife Supporter

It was honestly incredible, beautiful, fun and a very social environment. I had an amazing time, I would definitely go back. There were people from all around the world so it was culturally rich. We were taught many things regarding the South African big 5 and temperament specifically. Great ...

Plaats


Misschien ben je ook geïnteresseerd in

Contact Kevin
  Zeer hoog Responsgraad
Engels

De meeste vrijwilligers hebben vragen over


Heb je nog meer vragen? Stuur een bericht naar Kevin
Deel alsjeblieft geen persoonlijke contactgegevens

Boek met de Flex-Optie!

Kies nieuwe vertrekdata of wijzig je vrijwilligersproject zonder meerkost binnen 12 maanden.

Geniet van onze diensten voor enthousiaste vrijwilligers!

Geniet van een terugbetalingsgarantie, gratis flexoptie en noodhulp. Onze prijsgarantie garandeert een onverslaanbare waarde en ons supportteam staat klaar om je te helpen.