At MEDLIFE, we're dedicated to building a global movement that empowers disadvantaged communities in their quest for equality in healthcare, education, and access to a safe home. As a volunteer in the Service Learning Trip (SLT) program in San Jose, Costa Rica, you'll contribute to development projects, participate in educational workshops, and provide free medical care to those in need. Additionally, you'll have the invaluable opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture and understand other realities.

By signing up for a Service Learning Trip with MEDLIFE, you agree to the following terms and conditions.

Please wait to book your flight until the trip has at least 20 confirmed participants. For updates or questions, please contact your Chapter Manager or email info@medlifemovement.org.

Arrive at Juan Santamaría Airport (SJO) between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm. A MEDLIFE representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your accommodation. You will have time to relax, settle in, and then head out to explore. Meals aren’t included today, but you can enjoy a tasty dinner at one of the nearby restaurants.

The morning will be dedicated to an orientation meeting where we will cover what to expect for the week, safety precautions, and a brief training course on our Mobile Clinics. Meals are not included today, but there are lots of great places to eat nearby.

On a MEDLIFE Reality Tour, volunteers join our staff in the field to learn about partner communities and their daily challenges. It's often volunteers' first exposure to extreme poverty, making it one of the most impactful experiences of their trip. The tour aims to introduce volunteers to the area's culture and history, laying the groundwork for cultural awareness and sensitivity, vital when serving communities abroad.

Support Mobile Clinics in various communities. Each day, clinics are in a different area. Depart at 7 am via bus, unpack supplies, and assist health professionals. Clinics start at 8-9 am, activities include triage, educational talks, and medical consultations, with volunteers assisting physicians and managing prescriptions. Clinics close between 1-3 pm. Evenings may feature post-clinic activities or free time to explore the city.

On this day, join locals for a community project like renovation or construction. We'll depart at 7:30 am, so wear suitable attire for manual work. After completion, celebrate with the community. Return to the hostel around 2:30-4:00 pm for a wrap-up session with the MEDLIFE team.

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Continue exploring Costa Rica or return home. 

Depart San Jose anytime between 12:00 pm and 6:00 pm.