Keeping communities healthy isn’t just about diagnosis and treatment of individuals; it takes awareness and prevention as well as long-term holistic care.
From rehabilitation centers to health clinics, learn from community health professionals while gaining valuable insight into the multifaceted world of global health.
Common Projects and Responsibilities
- Accompany trained professionals conducting health surveys
- Observe speech, physical, and occupational therapy sessions
- Assist with patient intake and administrative tasks
- Collaborate on educational workshops to raise cancer, disease, or other health-risk awareness
- Coordinate and facilitate rehabilitation exercises and workshops
- Prepare emergency medical kits
- Sanitize equipment and prep examination rooms
- Shadow health professionals
- Work with staff to implement improved administration processes
- Plan creative activities, organize games, and take walks with senior citizens
- Lead physical education or recreational activities
Host Organization Examples
- Cancer Support Center
- Children’s Hospital
- Dental Clinic
- HIV Non-Profit Organization
- Local Hospital Center for Disabilities
- Senior Citizens’ Center
- Veterinary Clinic
Visit the following location pages to read more about these partner organizations and others!
