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Project Summary

What is the Work in a Rural Health Clinic in the Philippines project all about?

Volunteer in a rural health clinic in the Philippines and gain experience supporting a local team in a free medical care for a local community.  The clinics are supported by the government serving the impoverished of Leyte province in the Philippines. Poor people living in this developing country often receive 100 percent of their medical care from free clinics and since the devastating Typhoon Haiyan on 8th November 2013 these clinics tend to be under-resourced. An increase in poverty due to the loss of homes and livelihoods has left these clinics struggling for clinical basics as well as finding it difficult to meet the demands of their patients. Local doctors and nurses are in need of assistance to continue supplying basic medical care and education to these disadvantaged Filipino communities. Come and join the local team and work in a rural health clinic and contribute to the ongoing recovery of Tacloban and the surrounding communities.


Why choose this Work in a Rural Health Clinic project?

By volunteering, you can participate in administrative and other clinic-based duties as well as assisting local qualified staff with their duties to help reduce their workloads. Most volunteers learn quite a bit about tropical diseases and parasites, which they may not come across in their home country and will also become familiar with common diseases facing those living in poverty. Sometimes of the year are busier than others. But if you volunteer during an “off-season”, you will have the opportunity to help on other local initiatives or have some free time to explore the local area. Qualified staff can share their knowledge and skills through training local staff. All healthcare volunteers will benefit from working in a different setting with restricted resources as well as developing communication, team working and patient skills which are a great addition to any CV/Resume.


Role of the Healthcare Volunteer

Duties vary from clinic to clinic and depend on the needs at the time of your placement. You will be supervised by a locally trained medical professional and are expected to help the local team with day to day clinical duties. Volunteers will interact with patients by registering them and recording medical histories, and by taking their blood pressure, pulse and respiratory rates. Volunteers may also have the opportunity to participate in medical outreach help with vaccinations and deworming. Medical students will shadow doctors while volunteers with higher skill levels may be able to assist local doctors with treatments and procedures. All volunteers will be expected to only participate to their level of training and indemnity insurance coverage.

Volunteers may choose to organise activities based on their specialities following consultation with the project during their placement. In the past volunteers have organised first aid lectures and health awareness lessons. Experienced professionals are sought to help build the capacity of local staff through running workshops and helping with materials for community health sessions.


What skills do I need to be a Healthcare Volunteer in the Philippines?

Volunteers must be a medical student, nursing student, nurse, doctor or other specialists to be accepted onto this project. You must be willing to learn and help where needed in the clinic as part of a team. Good communication skills are required. Resilience, flexibility and an understanding that this is a challenging placement are needed. You will be asked to provide copies of your medical certificates and to have a short interview to secure your place on this project. And you will also be asked to send your CV/resume before being accepted onto this project. Please note that qualified medics are required to register their details with the Philippines Medical Council.

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WHY JOIN THE PROJECT

You wish to support an under-resourced medical clinic

Take on a challenging but rewarding project

To help build the capacity of local medical staff

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PROJECT TESTIMONIALS

Melissa’s Philippines Experience
"I would definitely recommend volunteering to anyone who wants to try something different, or meet new people. I loved the fact that I met people who took a totally different outlook on life compared to me." ...
Melissa H.B.
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Renate’s Philippines Experience
"I really like, LOVE it here. I love the Filipino people, the work in the hospital, my colleagues, the other volunteers, the local staff, my nanay, and the country in general. So, yes I really enjoy! Honestly, I can't describe how I feel about this big experience. I'm really glad I choose to do ...
Renate V.D.
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Karen P.’s Philippines Experience
"All of the nurses here work very hard with the little resources they have and I’d like to give them the recognition they deserve. The clinic wouldn’t run without them. The entire staff has made me feel very welcomed during my time here. I thoroughly enjoyed this program and I hope we’ve learn ...
Karen P.
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Rebecca M.C.’s Philippines Experience
"I am having an amazing time, I went to North Tacloban High School today and cooked lunch for the children. My orientation was fun and my homestay is very comfortable. I have also met some lovely volunteers who have made me feel very welcome." ...
Rebecca M.C.
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The Location

Where will I work in the Philippines?

About the Location

The project is located in Tacloban City which was devastated on 8th November 2013 when Typhoon Haiyan (or Yolanda as it is known locally) hit and destroyed homes, livelihoods and community spaces. Tacloban is located on the island of Leyte, about an hour by air southeast of Manila. Tacloban is a former World War II site, where American General Douglas MacArthur liberated the Philippines in 1944 from Japan. It has a population of over 300,000 and the local language is Waray-Waray, but many people speak English. Volunteer in Tacloban and gain an insight into the realities of surviving and rebuilding lives. You will surely be touched by the gentle nature and resilience of the people.

Accommodation

Whilst volunteering in The Philippines, you will be staying on the border of Tacloban City with a homestay family within a close-knit community. We can assure you that you will be welcome into the community with open arms, as these families are very familiar with receiving volunteers all year round. The homestay houses have electricity, toilets and running water, but the setup is quite basic. One great aspect of this accommodation is that you are only a 2-minute walk away from other volunteers and the community centre (which acts as a home base for volunteers in the area). This will be useful in your spare time since you, and other volunteers, can head down to the community centre outside working hours to have some fun with the locals.

What to do in your spare time

Those of you who are into sports can take part in a variety of different activities during you time in The Philippines. One idea would be to head downtown where yourself and other volunteers can use the badminton court or climbing walls. Alternatively, why not join the gym located in the astrodome? Not only will you be keeping fit, but you can also enjoy a nice hot shower after you workout! Alternatively, you can take part in a few friendly basketball games with the locals in your homestay community alongside other volunteers.

If you want to go further afield outside your working hours then we propose that you visit the remarkable islands of Bohol and Malapascua. Trips like these are great over 2-3 days, so the weekend would be the ideal time to visit these islands. Typically, volunteers will go in a group on trips like this, which is a good way to get to know others and make new friends.  

If you want to stay closer to home then you can still visit some of the beautiful white-sand beaches with crystal clear waters in The Philippines. We would suggest that you take a trip to Tadjow Beach or Tanauan Beach as these are quite close to your accommodation.

Details & Costs

  • Duration: 4 – 26 weeks
  • Cost: £1368 / $2136 for 4 weeks
    £144/$224 for each week thereafter
  • Requirements: age 18+
  • Location: Tacloban, Leyte, Philippines
  • Project activities: Varies according to your training level but may include clinic consultations, public health drives, pre-natal seminars
  • Working hours: At least 4 hours per day, Monday – Friday. If you wish to work extra, please ask an advisor about other options available to maximise your time.
  • Project Availability: All year round, apart from the Christmas to New Year period and for a few days over Easter.
  • Arrival day: Saturday

 

What is included

  • Accommodation: Single or shared room in a homestay with mosquito net & clean drinking water
  • Food: 2 meals per day – Breakfast and dinner
  • Airport pickup and drop off from Tacloban Airport
  • Training: Healthcare ethics & culture doc, pre-departure info pack, learning reflection manual, on-site orientation and project induction provided
  • Support: 24 hour support from on-site coordinators
  • Excursions: Staff may be able to help plan weekend excursions (activities may cost extra)
  • Fundraising guide

What is not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Visas
  • Police/Government Background Check; US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fee applies) all other nationalities must provide local police check.
  • Philippines Medical Council Registration fees
  • Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country

 

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