Youth Care – Enhance the lives of disadvantaged Community members

Aldeas de Paz – Empowering Communities, Enriching Lives

Welcome to Aldeas de Paz’s Community Attention Center (CAC) – Youth Care in Samana, a place where we uplift underprivileged communities through dedicated support and education. Our local team consists of teachers, therapists, social workers, and a pedagogue, all working together to foster community care for the youth, blending recreation, therapy, and education.

Education and Inclusion

At CAC, we prioritize education and inclusion, believing that every individual deserves a chance to thrive. Committed volunteers play a crucial role in providing one-on-one attention, offering tutoring sessions, and actively participating. Together with our local team, we extend our care beyond the center, conducting home visits to support beneficiaries in their own environments.

Supportive learning environment

Many children face challenges due to poor study habits or a lack of personalized support. Our warm and nurturing learning environment aims to foster success through encouragement and praise, empowering these children to overcome obstacles and reach their full potential.

Join us at Aldeas de Paz – Youth Care and become part of a transformative journey, where you’ll make a lasting impact in the vibrant community of Samana.

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all for one cause - Aldeas de Paz children and community care in Samana

Youth Care Program Activities you are welcome to join!

Activities may include:

  • Assist with special needs education at the CA-Center and during home visits.
  • Support educational and social activities, creating didactic materials using recycling techniques.
  • Lead thematic workshops (basic Spanish skills helpful) and offer direct attention and monitoring during services.
  • Participate in weekly meetings to create lesson plans and multimedia content.
  • Learn to identify individual/family/community needs and assist with case studies and interventions.
  • Engage in recreational, developmental, and therapeutic activities for children and young adults with special needs.
  • Spending quality time with children, organizing art & craft activities, singing, and dancing to foster inclusion.
  • Assist with youth, family, and community development activities, offering support during home visits (basic Spanish skills helpful).
  • Help organize special events, fundraising parties, and community activities.
  • Organize intercultural events and meetings for locals and volunteers, fostering exchange and integration.
  • Plan workshops on disability and related topics for target groups (advanced Spanish skills needed).

Note: The list provides a sample of possible activities, and volunteers may have opportunities to engage in other tasks based on their interests and skills.

Experience flexible working hours, allowing you to assist either half or full days and unwind at the stunning palm-fringed beaches!

Our program offers flexible commitment options for volunteers, starting with a minimum of 4 hours daily! In case you decide for a full working week you are required to also help out at the early childhood development program at a local day care center!

Your dedication at the attention center (CAC) will profoundly impact the children’s lives. While the role demands commitment, it’s fulfilling if you enjoy interacting with children and guiding their growth.

Program adapts to community needs and volunteers availabilities. You can specialize, but might do various activities. Encouraged to bring ideas and initiatives for skill development. Join Aldeas de Paz for a rewarding volunteering experience, making a positive impact and enhancing your skills.

  • Community Social Work: Assist families, outreach, coordination, immersion with Spanish skills.

  • Community Care and Development: Support parents and caregivers, raise awareness, and promote inclusion, activities vary based on local circumstances.

  • Aldeas de Paz Community Attention Center (CAC) in Samana: Aldeas de Paz Community Attention Center (CAC) in Samana: Care for children with disabilities, tutoring, inclusive environment. Basic Spanish is very helpful.

    • HOLIDAYS: Holidays during the Youth Care & Community development Program are from June 17 until June 28 and July 29 until August 18as well as during Christmas Holidays from December 16 until January 06, 2025. During holidays there might be some activities going on but there are no children attending!
    However, volunteers are welcome to help out at our traditional Summer Camp from July 01 until July 26 at our attention center!

    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!

    COSTS & BENEFITS: At Aldeas de Paz, we prioritize affordability and financial transparency through our open book policy. The minimum contribution starts at just €155 per week (after the second week). This comprehensive package includes 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.

    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.

    Therapy Students or Professionals

    If you are a physio y/or occupational therapist your skills will be put to work for our children and young adults at the Therapy Center who are all facing different development challenges. The only medical center providing therapy for their special needs is too far away and too expensive for most of the families. Therefore, the pupils can only get the therapy they need with your help. Teaching some basic therapeutic methods and skills to the other volunteers working in the school would also be very supportive. Please contact us for more information.

    No prior experience or special skills required

    Basic Spanish skills are required but there are many activities where very little Spanish is needed and even beginners can be involved with meaningful work. Additionally we offer free Spanish language classes on a regular basis. Enthusiasm, self-reliance, patience, and an open mind are essential. Experienced volunteers in teaching, working with children, or diverse challenges are encouraged to apply. Individuals, families, and groups of all ages and backgrounds are welcome. We offer full support, and 24/7 backup. An ideal volunteer is proactive, result-focused, patient, and can work autonomously with our supervision. Feel free to bring arts & crafts materials. Join us in making a positive impact!

    Volunteer Placement or Internship: Our program offers flexible commitment options for volunteers, ranging from 20 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. Your satisfaction is our priority.

    Time Commitment: A minimum time commitment of 2 weeks is required

    Availability: This program is ongoing throughout the whole year. During summer holidays we offer summer-camp activities with the help of volunteers. Last week of December and the first week of January are Christmas holidays!

    Placement Location : Samana

    Important:
    Each traveler to the Dominican Republic is required to fulfill correctly the information on the electronic ticket for the General Directorate of Migration. After entering the data, you will receive a QR code that has to be presented already at the airline check-in. Please click here: eticket.migracion.gob.do

    Half of the donation supports our charity programs, and the other half benefits our volunteers, who become our guests. We provide care, hosting, training, and guidance throughout their placement.

    • Airport welcome service & transfer to your placement location
    • Fully equipped Accommodation
    • 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

    Left row shows the lowest donation requirement incl. shared accommodation

    shared room apartment accommodation
    – standard –

    Weeks Total
    2 € 1250
    3 € 1405
    4 € 1560
    5 € 1715
    6 € 1870
    7 € 2025
    8 € 2180
    9 € 2335
    10 € 2490
    11 € 2645
    12 € 2800
    13 € 2955

    extra week €155

    single room apartment accommodation
    – upgrade –

    Weeks Total
    2 € 1430
    3 € 1675
    4 € 1920
    5 € 2165
    6 € 2410
    7 € 2655
    8 € 2900
    9 €3145
    10 € 3390
    11 € 3635
    12 € 3880
    13 € 4125

    extra week €245

    host family home stay inclsingle room & 2 meals)
    – upgrade –

    Weeks Total
    2 € 1610
    3 € 1945
    4 € 2280
    5 € 2615
    6 € 2950
    7 € 3285
    8 € 3620
    9 € 3955
    10 € 4290
    11 € 4625
    12 € 4960
    13 € 5295

    extra week €335

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    Create your own project!

    In addition to our established community activities and programs, volunteers are welcome to develop new
    projects with the financial and organizational support of our charity. In the past, there have been projects like environmental awareness programs or sports activities for the local children provided by the volunteers.

    how to create your own project
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