Special Needs and Disabled Care Volunteer

Volunteering as a special needs and disabled care volunteer in Nepal is a profoundly enriching experience that has allowed volunteers to make a meaningful impact in the lives of people facing unique challenges. Volunteer for the special needs and disabled care volunteer program in Nepal with Volunteer World Nepal and take care of children, most of whom have mental and physical disabilities. As special needs and disabled care volunteer in Nepal, volunteers need to be extremely patient and empathetic towards the children while showering them with adequate love and care. Volunteer’s main focus should be on the well-being of these special kids. Special needs and disabled care volunteer work in Nepal is one of the most challenging volunteering programs, it is undoubtedly the most satisfying as well kids engaged in mindful games, teach them basic lessons, help them make crafts and paintings, and carry out activities through which they can learn valuable lessons.

Special needs and disabled care volunteer in Nepal programs allow volunteers to contribute to specialist daycare centres for children with disabilities. Special needs and disabled care volunteer centres are often under-resourced and assistance from volunteers can make a huge difference in helping local teachers provide individual care and connection to students who need it to grow, learn and thrive. Special needs care centres are often not well-resourced, so volunteer assistance can make a huge difference in helping teachers deliver personalized care that can improve the quality of life for those with disabilities.

Special needs and disabled care volunteer responsibilities at the program include: 

• An opportunity to volunteer in a special education centre, skill development centre and autism centre.
• Typically assist caregivers, and provide more education on care methods where necessary.
• Work with the children to provide assistance with therapy, activity preparation, education on basic health and sanitation, academic assistance, and general care.
• Provide physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and music therapy services.
• Help to plan activities and outings for sightseeing, picnics, cultural sharing, reading stories and promoting a love of reading, conversational English with the children.
• Keeping kids engaged in mindful games, teaching them basic lessons.
• Assist in helping to make crafts and paintings.
• Carry out activities through which they can learn valuable lessons.
• Assist the caretaking staff in the administrative work of the centre.

What does a volunteer in special needs and disabled care do?

Volunteers dedicate up to  4 – 5 hours a day at the centre, assisting caregivers in preparing and running activities for the students. If the children are capable of learning, volunteers can teach them basic English. Additionally, volunteers can aid in planning local outings and designing creative learning sessions. Depending on the volunteer’s level of experience, they may provide more education on care methods to the Nepali staff, conduct vocational training, and establish income-generating programs. Introducing the use of ICT technology in the students’ learning and play is also a possibility.

Do volunteers need any specific skills or qualifications for this placement?

Volunteers who have prior experience with disabled children may find this placement more fulfilling, but it is not mandatory. If a volunteer chooses to work at the disabled centre, the volunteer should have traits like patience, friendliness, and approachability. This work can be quite challenging due to the various learning and physical difficulties encountered, but the centre’s staff is always available to provide guidance and assistance.