Join
International Volunteer HQ, the world’s leading volunteer travel organization, and support the
Special Needs Care Volunteer Program in Vietnam.
On this program, you will assist people with disabilities in Ho Chi Minh City. Some of these people have been affected by Agent Orange, a debilitating toxin used in the Vietnam war, which has had lasting effects on multiple generations. Volunteers gain special needs care experience at hospitals and community clinics while helping increase access to care for people with a range of physical and mental disabilities.
You’ll stay in an IVHQ volunteer dormitory at a tourism college which is a 30-minute drive from the tourist area of Ho Chi Minh City.
The program has
start dates every Monday throughout the year.
This program ranges from 1-24 weeks. Your fully-hosted experience includes airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals and 24/7 support. Detailed pricing information for your duration is available
on our website.
Your Impact
As a Special Needs Care volunteer in Vietnam, you will be working in hospitals and community clinics in Ho Chi Minh City, providing support to children and young people, some of whom have disabilities and birth defects attributed to Agent Orange. Your tasks will vary based on your volunteer placement, but can include:
- Assisting with rehabilitation exercises and therapeutic treatments
- Helping with meals and washing up
- Playing games
- Arranging music and arts activities
- Supporting renovation work like painting murals
- Helping with fundraising initiatives
- Teaching English to local staff
Program Highlights
IVHQ’s Vietnam programs are available year-round, starting every Monday.
IVHQ provides the most affordable and
top-rated programs. Detailed pricing available for your duration on
our website.
You’ll be joining a global network of 123,000+ volunteers backed by the world’s leading team of volunteer travel experts with an outstanding safety system and track record.
Support impact-driven volunteer projects run by locals within your host community.
Academic credit available for all experiences with 45 hours or more through our School of Record with University of Montana that you can apply towards your degree at your home institution.
Flexible booking and free changes so you can register with confidence.
How to Apply
- Select your start date & duration: All IVHQ volunteer programs are available year-round and you can choose to volunteer for durations on this program ranging from 1 to 24 weeks.
- Complete your registration: After you have been accepted on your chosen program, you can secure your place by paying the Registration Fee.
- Pay your Program Fee: This is only due 30 days before your program starts.
Need to make changes to your booking? You can make free unlimited changes to your destination, project and dates up until 14 days before you start.
