Volunteers working in the Orphanage / Childcare Program work mainly in childcare centers and orphanages for disabled children in Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi. Volunteers work in institutions and orphanages which provide care and attention especially to these children who are affected by Agent Orange.
Volunteer’s main work at the projects is taking care of children, most whom have mental and physical disabilities. You can help to feed, change, walk and play with the children and try to use the time to have constructive fun with the children. Volunteers can also entertain the children by playing games with them and teaching them in a play way method.
Volunteers working in this program work for 5-6 hrs in a day and for 5 days in a week. Many placements have around 75-100 children in the centers and volunteers have plenty of jobs to do to keep themselves busy.

Program Requirements
Volunteers must be 17 years or older at the beginning of the program. Volunteers need to have an open mind and flexible attitude for working in a new and different environment. The volunteer should bring energy and enthusiasm to make a difference.

Project Location
The project placements are located in and around the cities of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and Hanoi.  Most of the volunteer projects are located at a distance of 15-20 minutes from the accommodations and volunteers travel by either bus or bicycle depending upon the distance.

Airport Receive/ Transfer: Volunteers are picked up from the International Airport by the local coordinator or representative. Those volunteers who are arriving overland or are already in Vietnam will be picked up at a meeting point decided beforehand.

Orientation: A half day orientation will be provided by the local staff. Areas like culture, greetings, locations, transportation, safety and volunteer placements are given during the orientation. The orientation will be given by the local staff .

Lodging: Volunteers are provided with accommodations in a volunteer’s home along with other volunteers in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Accommodation is shared with other volunteers and the homes have got modern facilities available such as Wireless Internet, DVD Player, TV Fridge, Washing Machine etc. The accommodations are located in safe and secure neighbourhoods and within walking distance there is access to supermarkets, shops and restaurants.

Food: Volunteers are provided with two cooked meals a day (lunch and dinner). Breakfast will be self service with all materials provided such as bread, jam, butter, noodles etc. Meals consist of Rice , noodles, soups, chicken , meats , vegetables etc.

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 travel assistance: Volunteers are assisted by the local staff and coordinators for any kind of assistance they need for their travel arrangements. The local staff and coordinators will be happy to assist you in making travel arrangements to different areas in Vietnam.

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
Volunteers in Hanoi can visit the old city and night markets during their free time. Those in Ho Chi Minh City can visit the Mekong Delta on a weekend tour. Both the cities have plenty to offer for the tourists.

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.

 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