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HIV Home in Goa

Although Goa is a booming tourist destination, there are many shelters that serve as reminders of the growing problem of overpopulation the city faces and the health risks associated with that. The spread of HIV/AIDS is an important issue that the community is trying to combat through increased access to treatment, care and education. This shelter serves as a transition home between the hospital and the patient’s family residence. By volunteering at the shelter you are giving attention and companionship to those suffering from HIV who are commonly forgotten and thought of merely as a statistic.

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Volunteer Responsibilities

A volunteer’s main activity will be helping the nurses with their daily duties and caring for the patients. In addition, volunteers may also assist resident children with their homework, improve or maintain the facility, and build awareness about HIV/AIDS through the community.

Location

The HIV shelter is located in the state of Goa, on the western coast of India, which is the country’s most well-known beach destination. Its unique music, food and climate distinguish this region from all of India.

Orientation

Volunteers will be picked up from the airport in Mumbai and stay the first night in a hotel arranged by CCI. Participants will then head to a smaller town nearby to participate in a two day adventure program that includes trekking and overnight in a local Indian village as well as a two day yoga course at a local Ashram. From there, volunteers will head by train to Goa and begin there four day orientation to learn about cultural differences, health and safety, local customs and language, as well as any additional information you will need to know for your project.

Accommodations and Meals

Volunteers will stay at a “base-camp” located on Colva beach in Goa. With fifteen miles of white sand, the beach will become a comfortable home for you during the program. All meals are included at the “base-camps” and are prepared by project staff. There will be many vegetarian options available, and meat is generally prepared 2-3 times per week.

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