Casa Nazareth Healthcare Project Costa Rica

My time spent volunteering in Costa Rica was incredible, and definitely one of the best decisions I have made! I worked with the nurses in Casa Nazareth for 22 weeks, and so I had a lot of time to get to know the people, city, and country in general. The staff was super helpful and willing to teach. I would suggest to other volunteers to do a longer length program if possible, not necesarily 5 months, but more than a week or two to get the most out of it. Dont come into the project with too many specific expectations and you will adjust much better. It is important to be patient with the healthcare projects, as everything might not be done exactly as youre accustomed to. Spending time simply getting to know the residents of the home will greatly improve your experience. Taking spanish lessons helps a ton! I took 10 weeks of classes and can now communicate decently well, coming to Costa Rica with barely any spanish knowledge. San Jose is a city full of culture, lots to do, and easy travel access, so give it a consideraton when choosing your location.