Volunteer Stories in Healthcare Projects

United Planet volunteers talk about what it's really like to live and work in another country.

	Sydney Yovic, 23. Chile: Healthcare (2 weeks) "My experience in Chile was like a vacation for my soul. I did a lot of work and found myself very tired at the end of the day, but I enjoyed every single minute of it. My host mom is probably the most special woman I have been lucky enough to meet. I was only with her for two weeks, but still I felt as though I learned as much from her as I learned in a semester at college. My quest with United Planet was an experience I will always cherish..." Read more...

	Jane Hedrick, 22. Peru: Healthcare (12 weeks) "This was one of the best experiences of my life. I was a little unsure whether or not I was making the right decision before going, but I would do it all again in a heartbeat, in fact when it was time to come home I didn't want to leave..." Read more...

	Badewa Fashote, 21. Costa Rica: Healthcare (10 weeks) "I have found a new love for the Spanish language and I can’t wait to visit Costa Rica again! Being exposed to a different culture has given me a deeper appreciation for the diverse world I live in. I am anxious to continue to learn more about various cultures, people, and diversity..." Read more...

	Luis Elizondo, 27. Peru: Counseling Addicts (3 weeks) "During my 3 weeks in Cuzco, Peru, I was able to surround myself with the most heartwarming host family. They made me part of the family and looked out for me as a son; always watchful of anything I needed..." Read more...

	Sandy Ruiz, 22. Ecuador: Healthcare (2 weeks) "Not only did I meet some great people at my volunteer site, but outside of it as well. I came to really appreciate the Ecuadorian culture, and left with some wonderful memories. I hope to visit this diverse country again very soon!..." Read more...

	Taylor Thorne, 19. Italy: Elderly Care (12 weeks) "I would basically assist with the nurses and help set up for activities. I helped feed the patients, set up for meals, walk with them, simply spend time with them sometimes, and gather the patients for the activities..." Read more...

	Diane Holloway, 54. Chile 2011: Nursing (1 Week) "My daughter and I enjoyed assisting in the English classes in Santiago. The teachers were very welcoming and appeared quite happy we were there. The students were delightful and really wanted to ask questions and practice their English..." Read more...