Spread Joy with Arts, Music & Care for the Elderly 🎶
The experience
Join our team at our Geriatric Centre, where you can use your creative and teaching skills to make a profound difference in the lives of elderly Malawians. Your contribution will help our elders live a purposeful and dignified life by engaging them in stimulating activities that promote well-being and happiness.
What you offer
20 hours of help per week
Content Writer:
Write, edit and publish inspiring content.
Teaching Sports:
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Painting & Decorating:
Help with painting or decorating the property facilities.
Arts:
Help with painting, graffiti, sculpting or drawing.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 20
Per day
Fee pays for:
Donation to project
Description:
Your donation is a direct investment in the health and dignity of elderly Malawians. It allows us to provide all of our services completely free of charge, ensuring every elderly person receives the care they deserve, regardless of their financial situation.
What you get
2 days off per week
Private Room:
You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Team Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other people.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Free Laundry:
You can use our laundry room freely.
Get free drinks or beverages.:
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace:
Specific space for you to work remotely
Requirements
Beginner English and Intermediate English
Between 18 and 50 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
Through creative and educational activities, you’ll help promote joy, dignity, and well-being among our residents. This is a unique opportunity to share your skills, learn from inspiring people, and experience Malawi’s warmth and culture beyond tourism. 🌍
Activities & Shift
You’ll contribute 20 hours per week with 2 days off to rest or explore our region. 🌿
Join creative and meaningful activities such as arts & crafts, music, language teaching, and decorating to bring joy and purpose to our elderly residents. Each day is a chance to share smiles, stories, and kindness while making a real difference in their lives. 💛
Rules
We expect volunteers to show respect and compassion toward all beneficiaries and community members.
A positive and proactive attitude is essential.
We ask that you communicate any issues or concerns directly with the team.
We have a strict non-smoking policy inside our area.