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Ithemba Special Day Care
Ithemba is a special daycare center where mentally and often physically disabled children between the ages of 6 and 18 can go. It aims to give these kids and youth the attention and support they need, including knowledge, time, and means—which are usually insufficient in townships. Next to education and attention, Ithemba teaches basic life skills to foster independence. Being independent is a ...
Ithemba is a special daycare center where mentally and often physically disabled children between the ages of 6 and 18 can go. It aims to give these kids and youth the attention and support they need, including knowledge, time, and means—which are usually insufficient in townships. Next to education and attention, Ithemba teaches basic life skills to foster independence. Being independent is a crucial quality, especially for children with disabilities as it helps them integrate and maintain themselves better in society. Ithemba also tries to include parents in the program, expanding their knowledge of different disabilities and ways to cope with them. Ithemba seeks volunteers who have experience with, are doing studies in, or are working with disabled children or people. The minimum ...
Program Highlights
Enable people to identify mental health needs and respond appropriately.
Develop equal caring service for people who have difficulty coping with everyday life and those with mental handicaps.
Create public awareness of mental health issues and strive for recognition and protection of mental health rights.
Live and volunteer abroad, for a longer period of stay.
Work with the community to achieve the highest possible level of mental health.
Quick Details
- Port Elizabeth, South Africa
- 9-12 Weeks
- 7-12 Months
- 3-6 Months
- 1-2 Years
- Alternative Spring Break
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Education
- Social Work
- Special Needs
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- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
- South African
Recognitions
Program Reviews
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Overall Rating
Total Reviews
A must do
by: Angela de Vries - NetherlandsProgram: Ithemba Special Day CareEating dinner in a township with the locals was a memorable experience for me. Giving food to the homeless people was also a highlight. Enjoyed the time at the project was really a different experience to what i expected.
Great experience with local children
by: Ronald Kuil - NetherlandsProgram: Ithemba Special Day CareI loved my time at Ithemba, it's so nice to work with all those sweet little children. The work I did felt really thankful and I enjoyed my time at the fullest. It's great to help the teachers and play with all the children. The volunteer house where I lived in is also a very nice place with a lot of nice people! During the weekends there were possibilities to do some outings. I'm going to miss South Africa, Port Elizabeth and Ithemba.
Best 7 months of my life
by: Patricia Neuteboom - NetherlandsProgram: Ithemba Special Day CareMeeting people! Locals, local volunteers, international volunteers, everyone. My experience was fulfilling as i was able to make a difference in the lives of the children in the township and this 7 months has changed me for the better and would really like to do it again.
Program Details
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Locations
- Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Causes
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Education
Availability
Years Offered: 2020,2021,Year Round
- 1-2 Years
- 3-6 Months
- 7-12 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- American
- European
- Canadian
- Australian
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
- Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some college credit, no degree
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Resume
- Written Application
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