Volunteer in Peru
supporting the
development of
children with disabilities

Apply as a volunteer

About this volunteering program

This program is dedicated to providing compassionate care to children with disabilities, many of whom have been abandoned. As a volunteer, you’ll contribute to their physical, emotional, and social well-being by fostering an inclusive and nurturing environment. 

For you, this program offers a deeply fulfilling experience, where you’ll witness the impact of your efforts firsthand while immersing yourself in Peru’s unique and vibrant culture.

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How you will help

Compassionate care

Addressing their nutritional, health, and emotional requirements with urgency and empathy.

Safe and nurturing environment

Creating a warm, secure space where each elder receives individual attention and emotional support, enhancing their quality of life.

What your work will look like

8 am to 1 pm

Monday to Friday

Huancayo, Peru

Activities

  • Assist therapists (occupational, physical, speech) during therapy sessions
  • Organize adapted recreational activities like games, crafts, and music
  • Help with daily tasks such as feeding, hygiene, dressing, and mobility
  • Collaborate in creating sensory environments to stimulate children’s senses
  • Teach daily living skills (e.g., independent feeding, dressing)
  • Facilitate group games that encourage social interaction and friendship
  • Provide support and supervision during outings and excursions

Why you will love this experience

Drive real impact

Your work will have a direct and tangible effect on people’s lives. We’re committed to ensuring you experience the joy of really making a difference in the lives of those in need.

Immerse in local culture

Connect with the local community in an authentic way. Share their everyday life and experience cultural exchange far removed from the typical tourist paths.

Feel safe and supported

While making a difference, you’ll be guided and supported every step of the way, ensuring that you always feel secure and comfortable throughout your volunteer experience.

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Real experiences from past volunteers

"My partner and I had the most incredible two weeks with Expand Peru. We worked each morning with adults and children with disabilities, and each afternoon in an after-school program with children in a small village. The hosts, Bernabe and Ingrid, were incredibly welcoming and warm, always answering any questions and ensuring we were happy with the work we were doing. The local volunteers we worked with during the day were so patient and understanding. They are such generous people who work extremely hard. We felt so welcomed, and this humbling experience will stay in our hearts forever."
Kate McKenzie
United Kingdom
“I loved my time at Expand Peru! The projects they run and work with are just incredible. It taught me so much, and I am forever grateful to have been able to contribute. The hosts Bernabe and Ingrid are kind and caring people. I was there for only two weeks, but would have stayed longer if I could. Would very much recommend this volunteer program.”
Malin Vikra Einarsen
Norway
"An intense experience with a great impact on my life. I felt safe in a respectful environment. I connected with other travelers with similar goals and was able to practice Spanish and English, as well as professional and personal skills. I gained an expanded view of Physiotherapy in different actions and was able to enjoy tourism (places, food, culture) during my rest hours and weekends. I highly recommend it and hope to return at another time. I will carry with me everything I learned and all the warmth and care received from everyone who makes this experience unique."
Caroline Guimarães
Brazil

Program Costs – An Investment That Changes Lives

We rely on volunteer contributions to sustain our programs. Your financial support helps cover essential elements such as activity materials, staff salaries (e.g., teachers and psychologists), and your accommodation. These contributions also fund administrative and operational costs, ensuring the continuity of our work.

Volunteer House

  • First Week: $200.00
  • Additional Week: $130.00
  • Month: $500.00

Host Family

  • First Week: $300.00
  • Additional Week: $190.00
  • Month: $800.00

What Does the Program Include?

We include everything you need for a safe, organized, and enriching stay: accommodation, guidance, orientation, projects, activities, and full support.

  • The program includes safe accommodation in the Volunteer House or with a host family, continuous guidance and support, expert local coordination, and an activity plan according to the chosen social project.
  • It also includes cultural orientation, a city tour, arrival and departure transfers, house rules, and an official volunteer certificate upon completion.
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  • No upfront payment is required. Payment is made within the first three days after the volunteer’s arrival and settling in. Prices can be paid in US dollars, Peruvian soles, or euros, with no additional charges during the program.

Your Contribution Makes the Projects Possible

Volunteer contributions keep social projects alive, covering materials, logistics, local staff, and ensuring we can continue supporting children, older adults, and young mothers sustainably. You travel, help, and create a real impact in Peruvian communities.

Educational:

They promote the human and intellectual development of children, strengthening skills through education and social integration, thereby contributing to improving the quality of education in Peru’s poorest areas.

Social:

We work with children, adolescents, and older adults who have experienced abandonment, violence, or marginalization—a population that requires support and very special care. Emotional support is a key focus in these projects.

Medical:

Health is essential for human development, but unfortunately, access to healthcare in Peru is very limited, especially for poor communities. That’s why Expand Peru supports hospitals and medical posts through volunteer staff.

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Life at Expand Peru

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