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Volunteering with children with multiple disabilities

Volunteer at a children’s day hospital where you will support children with severe disabilities. Volunteers will help design activities, create crafts, and assist children aged 3 months to 10 years in engaging with their environment. They will also contribute to a material bank that provides essential resources for families. Volunteers will primarily support underprivileged children in a neighborhood facing poverty and vulnerability, working alongside social workers, medical professionals, and other NGOs in Barcelona.

Highlights

  • Have fun playing with children and babies from 3 months
  • Learn in depth the needs of each child through contact with the multidisciplinary medical team
  • Meet other volunteers in Barcelona, with the same values and objectives
  • Live in an international community with volunteers from all over the world
  • Explore the beautiful city of Barcelona on the weekends
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Overview

Support children with severe disabilities!

Join our volunteer team at the children’s day hospital, where you'll play a key role in promoting adapted activities, stimulating children, and helping them engage with their surroundings to grow joyfully despite their challenges.

Collaborate with professionals to design your own games, create adapted crafts, and have fun while caring for babies and children aged 3 months to 10 years. You'll also assist with the material bank, providing essential resources for families with children facing multiple mental and physical disabilities.

Poverty and vulnerability are major issues in our local partner NGO’s neighborhood. As a volunteer, you will primarily support underprivileged children by offering them engaging, fun activities while assisting social workers and staff members. We work closely with local medical and therapeutic services, as well as other NGOs in Barcelona, to provide advice and collaboration opportunities.


Volunteer Work Schedule

Volunteer Work Schedule

Day 1, Sunday: Upon arrival at the airport (for flights landing between 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM), a volunteer from the team will meet you and assist you with settling into your room and designated space.

Day 2, Monday: Start your experience with a welcome interview with your project coordinator, an introduction to your workspace, and an overview of the NGO's mission, focusing on severe multiple disabilities. You will also meet the volunteer team, attend a Spanish class, and participate in a climbing class.

Day 3, Tuesday: Visit to the hospital for a meeting with the medical team and an introduction to the children. You’ll attend your first training session on multiple disabilities and assist during lunchtime. In the afternoon, you’ll help facilitate planned activities such as crafts, dance, and a treasure hunt. The day concludes with a meditation workshop.

Day 4, Wednesday: Engage in guided volunteering with the children and assess the adaptability of the planned activities. Enjoy lunch at the NGO with fellow volunteers. In the afternoon, attend training on the NGO’s operations, a Spanish class, and a personal development workshop.

Day 5, Thursday: Continue with guided volunteering and the planned activities with the children. Lunch at the NGO with other volunteers. In the afternoon, assist in preparing the materials needed for upcoming activities.

Day 6, Friday: Participate in guided volunteering with the children and planned activities. Lunch at the NGO with other volunteers. In the afternoon, take part in a workshop on emotional intelligence and community actions.

Saturday and Sunday: Free days to explore and enjoy Barcelona.


Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteer Roles & Responsibilities

Volunteers in the program generally perform the following tasks -

  • Assist with the logistical support for the NGO’s activities, including food, therapies, excursions, and events

  • Organize educational materials and spaces

  • Plan and prepare recreational and educational activities and games

  • Handle communication and fundraising efforts

  • Provide support for families of children and babies

  • Prepare meals and cook for the community

  • Ensure cleaning and disinfection of safe spaces

Volunteers will work 35 hours per week, from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a one-hour break each day. Weekends are free for exploring the city of Barcelona!
 


Project Requirement

Project Requirement

Volunteers in this program should be adaptable, patient, and maintain a positive outlook. Participants must be at least 18 years old when joining. A willingness to embrace new environments and a flexible mindset are essential for success in this role. Volunteers are also required to submit a clean criminal background check before starting the program. A basic to intermediate level of Spanish is necessary for participation, and a background in special education is considered a valuable asset.

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Living

Living

Airport Transfer
The project site is in Barcelona, Spain. When you land in Barcelona, a local representative will be waiting for you at the airport with a sign that says your name and will take you directly to your accommodation. Airport pickup is provided between 10am – 6pm on the program arrival date, which has to be Sunday.

Orientation
Participants are given an induction on arrival and welcome interview in the next few days to be able to plan the volunteering and the program.

Accommodation and Meals
Participants in the program can book their own accommodation at a hotel, hostel or apartment in Barcelona. Accommodation is not provided in the program. We can give suggestions and recommendations for accommodation options close to the project but participants need to book them on their own. Barcelona is one of the most visited cities by tourists from around the world and there are many accommodation options to choose from. Lunch is provided from Monday to Friday at the project location.

During your Free Time
Barcelona is one of the most visited places from tourists and travellers around the world. There is plenty to see and do. The local team offers the services of a tourist guide with recommendations of local places to eat and to visit. Some outdoors trips and activities can be self-organised so the volunteers can enjoy Barcelona and other nearby areas.

To make the most of the weekend, the Costa Brava, only an hour and a half from Barcelona, boasts charming and picturesque seaside towns such as Cadaqués, Platja d'Aro, and Tossa de Mar. Meanwhile, the volunteer work will be focused in the Nou Barris district, known for its significant immigrant population, many of whom face challenging circumstances.


Dates

Dates

January

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12

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26

February

02

09

16

23

March

02

09

16

23

30

April

06

13

20

27

May

04

11

18

25

June

01

08

15

22

29

July

06

13

20

27

August

03

10

17

24

31

September

07

14

21

28

October

05

12

19

26

November

02

09

16

23

30

December

07

14

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Costs

Duration
Program Fee
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1 Week $830
2 Weeks $1499
3 Weeks $2099
4 Weeks $2699
5 Weeks $3299
6 Weeks $3899
7 Weeks $4499
8 Weeks $5099
Extra Week $650

Please Note: An application fee of is charged over and above the program fee as an application payment. A 5% international banking fee is charged for credit card payments of program fee in USD/AUD.

What are you Paying for?

  • Pre departure Information and Support
  • Airport pickup in Barcelona during scheduled hours
  • Orientation/Induction on arrival
  • Training in Community Building
  • Complete pedagogical material
  • Spanish classes
  • Workshop
  • NGO internal exam and certification process
  • Lunch every working day
  • Full induction and orientation on arrival
  • In-country support 
  • Project equipment and resources
  • Personal Coaching & Mentoring

What's NOT included?

  • Airfare
  • Local Transportation in the city
  • Accommodation 
  • Breakfast and Dinner everyday
  • Touristic visits 
  • Personal Expenses and items
  • Return Airport Drop

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