Proposed arrival and departure dates:

Arriving by: plane , ______ bus______, or automobile_______.

Note: Most major airlines do not fly directly to Colima but there is reliable bus transportation from the major centers of Guadalajara and Manzanillo.

& I have enclosed a letter of reference from my pastor or church leader.

& I have read the enclosed list of guidelines, and feel that they are reasonable, and I am willing to adhere to them.

& I will ensure that I have an extended medical policy in place to cover any medical expenses I might incur while in Mexico.

& On a separate sheet of paper I have included my personal testimony of my relationship with God as well as the reason why I would like to come and help in the orphanage.

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Sent e-mail Children@ucnet.com.mx

Hogar de Amor y Protección al Niño

Guidelines for Volunteer Workers

1. Upon arrival at the orphanage, you will be provided with a schedule of the daily routine. Some of the areas in which we would appreciate your help are the following: help get the kids up and ready for school in the morning; help with the breakfast clean-up or general building clean-up; help with lunch service and clean-up; assistance with homework; supervision during afternoon yard clean-up and shower time; supper clean-up; and tucking the kids in at bedtime. We all work together at these things, so please don’t be overwhelmed thinking that you would be on your own. Another area in which we need help is extra “eyes” and “ears”, in order to prevent accidents and potential problems.

2. Clothing. Shorts and T-shirts are fine for working around the orphanage, but we do try to look a little neater when we go out or go to church. Modesty is an important word here, particularly if you happen to be doing ministry in the church. Usually ladies wear dresses, skirts, or dress pants to church, with modest tops (short sleeves are preferable to tank tops, although a modest sleeveless top is okay). Men don’t go out very much in shorts or muscle shirts, and are very rarely seen without a shirt, even when working.

3. Body piercing, other than for earrings in women, is not accepted here, and we would ask that any other rings, studs, etc. not be worn during your stay here.

4. Curfew. When staying at the orphanage, 10:00 p.m. is curfew time, although special permission can be given until 11:00.

5. Full room and board is provided free for full time volunteers, based on a five day work week. Some volunteers have found it helpful to stay in a Mexican home on their days off, for the cultural experience of living with a family, as well as a break from the routine (and noise!) of the orphanage. There are families from the church, who are willing to provide room and board for a nominal fee.

6. Volunteers are expected to attend the church activities, at least one service on Sunday and one of the weekly home groups. (there is a English home group) As well, there is a youth service Saturday nights. Time off is given to attend these services if they are not on your days off.

7. All volunteers must have extended medical coverage while in Mexico to cover any medical expenses that could be incurred while traveling to and from or while helping at the orphanage.