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The volunteer mission at health centers in Togo offers an immersion in the local health system. Volunteers assist with basic care, patient reception, prevention, hygiene, and community awareness. Their contribution strengthens the well-being of the population. Each day alternates between observation, support for caregivers, and participation in health actions, in a humane and formative experience.
16 hours of help per week
Elderly Care: Assisting and spending time with the elderly.
Amount: € 150 Per day
Fee pays for: Materials for volunteer activities and Donation to project
Description: Dear volunteers, thank you sincerely for your commitment and your solidarity. An obligatory contribution of €120 per week helps cover accommodation, maintenance, food, water, electricity and our projects. Aware of possible financial difficulties, we remain open to dialogue in order to study, wherever possible, a solution adapted to your situation. Thank you for your trust and your valuable support
2 days off per week
Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.
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.
Basic Internet Access: Basic speed internet for you to work remotely
Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely
Intermediate English or Beginner French
Between 18 and 80 years old
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
a volunteer mission in health centers in Togo offers a unique immersion in the heart of the local health system. Worldpackers will participate in basic care, in welcoming and guiding patients, in prevention actions, in promoting hygiene and community awareness. They will support the healthcare staff, participate in health campaigns and provide logistical assistance in the services.
We expect volunteers to show commitment, respect, team spirit and curiosity to learn and contribute actively. In return, they will discover the functioning of health centers, share the daily life of local teams, develop practical skills and experience a humane, enriching and supportive experience. Each day will alternate between observation, support to caregivers and participation in public health initiatives, offering a concrete impact on the well-being of communities.
Activities:
Main activities of volunteers:
Help staff in welcoming patients, taking vital signs, organizing medical records and accompanying patients in the different consultations.
participate in health campaigns and educational workshops on hygiene, nutrition, disease prevention and healthy behaviors.
help in managing medical stocks, organizing equipment, cleaning and maintaining common spaces and treatment rooms.
follow medical practices, learn from health professionals and understand how the center operates.
support public health actions, accompany home visits or awareness activities in the neighboring villages.
approximately 4 to 6 hours per day (adaptable according to availability and the center's needs)
Morning: 8:00 – 12:00: welcoming patients, basic care and observation
Afternoon: 14:00 – 16:00: awareness campaigns, logistical support and educational workshops
educational
Schedules may vary depending on specific activities, emergencies and occasional campaigns.
Commitment and punctuality
Respect for hygiene and safety rules
Team spirit and willingness to learn
Adaptability to the different tasks and to the center's needs"},
Activités principales des bénévoles :
Aider le personnel dans l’accueil des patients, la prise de signes vitaux, l’organisation des dossiers médicaux et l’accompagnement des patients dans les différentes consultations.
participer aux campagnes de santé et aux ateliers éducatifs sur l’hygiène, la nutrition, la prévention des maladies et les comportements sains.
aider à la gestion des stocks médicaux, au rangement du matériel, au nettoyage et à l’entretien des espaces communs et des salles de soins.
suivre les pratiques médicales, apprendre des professionnels de santé et comprendre le fonctionnement du centre.
soutenir les actions de santé publique, accompagner les visites à domicile ou les activités de sensibilisation dans les villages voisins.
environ 4 à 6 heures par jour (adaptable selon la disponibilité et les besoins du centre)
Matin : 8h00 – 12h00 : accueil des patients, soins de base et observation
Après-midi : 14h00 – 16h00 : campagnes de sensibilisation, appui logistique et ateliers
éducatifs
Les horaires peuvent varier en fonction des activités spécifiques, des urgences et des campagnes ponctuelles.
Engagement et ponctualité
Respect des règles d’hygiène et de sécurité
Esprit d’équipe et volonté d’apprendre
Adaptabilité aux différentes tâches et aux besoins du centre
