Special Needs

Special Needs Children in Semarang

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:12/02/2026
Post category:Areas of interest Children and Adolescents Countries Projects Short term Special Needs Indonesia Terms
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Some activities are: Rindang Asih 1 Elderly is one of elderly in Ungaran under the coordination by Soegijapranata Pastoral Semarang. This nursing home is located in Ungaran around 20 km away from Semarang city where Dejavato’s office is located and which lies on the slope of Ungaran Mountain, so the climate is cooler. In Rindang Asih 1 elderly, there are 29 women elderly who lives there which helps by some local staffs. There are 3 types of the elderly; Type A to Type C. Type A is those who can do working like the normal one. While Type B is those who can do some work in the nursing homes. And Type C is those who cannot do anything just lying on the bed or the wheel chair so they need help to do anything. There are 29 elderly and all of them are ladies. VOLUNTEER TASKS & ROLES To organize and assist local staffs daily task such as cleaning, feeding etc; To contribute to the organization of non-formal workshops; To organize activities that will entertain the elderly; To get involve in various project’s activities; Assisting the local staffs trough showering, giving food, preparing food and cooking for the elderly For more information download the PDF

Special Needs Children in Bali Island

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:12/02/2026
Post category:Areas of interest Children and Adolescents Countries People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Short term Special Needs Indonesia Terms
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This project takes place in a special needs school in Bali that serves deaf and intellectually disabled students from primary to senior high school. Students receive both general education and practical life skills such as crafts, cooking, dance and beauty. The aim is to provide quality education and useful future skills. Assisting teachers with hands-on activities, supporting motor and skill development, helping in class with lessons and homework, creating interactive activities, and promoting intercultural learning through dialogue, music and games.

Innisfree Village

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:03/12/2025
Post category:Education Long term Midterm People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Special Needs United States

Innisfree Village is a fully licensed, residential community with adults with intellectual disabilities. Founded in 1971, this nonprofit, nonsectarian, therapeutic farm community is located on 550 acres in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains outside the university town of Charlottesville, Virginia

Plowshare Farm Life Sharing Community

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:03/12/2025
Post category:Elderly Long term Midterm People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Special Needs United States

Plowshare Farm is a life-sharing community where people with diverse capabilities, including adults with special needs, live and work side by side to build an inclusive and sustainable community

The Lukas Community

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:03/12/2025
Post category:Elderly Long term Midterm People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Special Needs United States
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Lukas is a year-round community of individuals ranging in age from the very young to the not so young. It provides a caring, therapeutic environment for adults with developmental challenges, in which each person is recognized as a unique human being with dignity, freedom and purpose.

St. Martin Home for the Disabled

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:01/12/2025
Post category:Austria People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Short term Special Needs
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St. Martin Home for the Disabled provides care, housing, and meaningful daily activities for adults with multiple disabilities. The center offers a supportive living environment, social integration, leisure opportunities, and workshop-based vocational training. With two residential groups and several activity rooms, St. Martin focuses on enhancing independence, wellbeing, and community participation.

Treloar Trust

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:28/11/2025
Post category:Children and Adolescents Elderly Long term Midterm People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Special Needs United Kingdom
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Treloar Trust provides education, therapy and care for young people with physical disabilities. The project has one centre that is home to the Treloar School which supports children from nursery to 16 years old and the Treloar College which supports young adults from aged 16 to 23 years old.

Match and Mentor

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:28/11/2025
Post category:Children and Adolescents Elderly Long term Midterm Projects Special Needs United Kingdom
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Match and Mentor is a Project based in West Norfolk, that supports individuals with learning disabilities and additional support needs. The aim of the project is for each person “to become the best version of themselves” by supporting them in various activities within the local community. Local volunteering activities that are carried out by the beneficiaries include outdoor allotment and gardening projects, conservation groups, older people’s homes, libraries, museums and community groups.

Advance

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:28/11/2025
Post category:Long term Midterm Projects Special Needs United Kingdom
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Advance is a large organisation that provides practical support and housing to help people with learning difficulties live independently and take part in activities within the community. Advance’s approach to supporting each individual is focussed on the promotion of a quality life.

William Blake House

Post author:Catalina Matiz
Post published:26/11/2025
Post category:Long term Midterm People in Vulnerable Situations Projects Special Needs United Kingdom
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William Blake House provides residential care to adults with learning disabilities and challenging needs. They have three homes, all located close to Towcester, Northamptonshire. A team of carers support each house directly with management support available at all times. The purpose of the programme is to offer residents stimulating activity and work experience opportunities, promoting personal growth and independence.