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Therapy Adventures International

Why choose Therapy Adventures International?

We are Therapy Adventures International, a nonprofit organization bringing pediatric therapy services to Latin America. We offer short-term therapy experience trips (1 week) to countries such as Ecuador, Panama, and Belize. We seek students who would like to volunteer as a way to make a difference and improve their experiences, strengthening their application when it comes time to apply for graduate school.

Reviews

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Emily
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Once in a lifetime chance!

I went with Therapy Adventures to Belize to fulfill one of my program fieldwork requirements for my Master of Occupational Therapy and it was amazing!!! Definitely a unique opportunity to follow an OT in another country, learn about another culture, and have excursions on our days off! They took care of us very well - all food, transportation, and lodging was included and planned for us. We spent our time at a local school for children with disabilities and a clinic with an SLP and BCBA and we came with an OT. I would definitely recommend to OT students!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
We ate a cashew fruit on our hike to do cave tubing!
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Jessica
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Belize - Therapy Adventures

I was able to complete a week long service in Belize through Therapy Adventures! Everything was well planned out and felt safe throughout our trip. We had some much fun working with the kids and learned so much. Everyone we met were super nice and helpful in anything that we needed. The excursions were an awesome bonus. Would definitely recommend Therapy Adventures to anyone who is looking to give back and have fun at the same time! I feel that this experience helped me grow as a person, as well as a clinician.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Have fun and be adventurous!
Pros
  • Food
  • Good People
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Colleen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Belize August 2023

This trip was really incredible. From meeting other volunteers from all over the states to the fun excursions, and most importantly-volunteering in the clinic to provide services to the children. The country is beautiful and the people from Belize are so friendly and appreciative of us helping their children. I felt so welcomed and safe! Driving around the country was so beautiful and the fresh fruit was amazing! I will never forget this experience! If you’re thinking about it, do it!! It was an incredible experience and opportunity.

Pros
  • Fun
  • Impactful
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Katie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Better Belize It Was an Amazing Experience!

The July volunteer trip to Belize was an amazing experience! I loved meeting other therapists and having opportunities to collaborate and learn from other disciplines. As I prepare for a new school year here in the states, this trip reminded me why I love what I do as a SLP! It was a privilege to meet the families in Belize and work with the children in play based sessions as well as community outings to the pool. The excursions were all well organized, and it was so fun to explore and learn more about beautiful Belize.

Pros
  • Meeting other therapists
  • Great balance of volunteer time as well as time for excursions
Cons
  • Bugs!
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Angelina
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Can’t Belize It!

So many awesome experiences and adventures - from swimming with sharks to visiting Xunantunich, a famous Maya archeological site. I also found it super helpful in getting experience as an undergraduate student and making valuable connections. But I think this would be a great experience for people of all experience levels. The women here were so kind and I’m grateful to have got to know them. Additionally, it was very fulfilling to be able to help kids who have very few resources and to be part of that initiative to improve Belize’s disability resources.

Pros
  • Friends
  • Life long memories
  • Volunteer work
Cons
  • Bugs

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