Mission Teams
Our “mission teams” travel to Nicaragua four to six times a year. Trips typically last one week and have a set of specific goals to be completed. Each trip includes up to 9 participants, which normally includes an experienced bi-lingual trip leader.
Construction Teams are open to anyone with an open mind and willingness to work hard. Your individual role will be providing hands-on support with indigenous personnel. We work with the hospital facilities, painting, repairing, and rebuilding the patient wards. Those with Spanish speaking skills are particularly welcome.
Medical Teams consist of healthcare professionals with a background in Orthopaedics or related field. Generally you will be assigned to the clinic and OR. Pre-trip meetings provide an orientation and specific trip objectives. Those with medical Spanish skills are particularly needed.
What are the costs associated with each trip?
We have worked hard to ensure accommodations are safe and clean. The cost is $1,500 per person. This price includes coach airfare, customs fees, all in-county transportation costs, food and lodging. Incidental expenses for souvenirs, telephone calls, etc. are considered a personal expense. Some volunteers pay for their trip expenses out-of-pocket, while others acquire sponsors to help fund their trip. Either way is fine with us!
For more information or to volunteer, please contact:
Christina Dees, Programs Manager
Phone: 919.845.4496
Email: coan@coanhealth.com