ESC: 11 months project at Casa Cares, Italy
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About the project
ESC: 11 months project at Casa Cares, Italy
📝 Detailed information
🏢 About the local organisation
Our partner is an Italian organization dedicated to providing support and assistance to those in need, with a focus on children, families, and the elderly. Founded with a vision centered on compassion and empathy, our partner offers a range of social services including emergency housing, food aid, social and psychological assistance, as well as educational and recreational programs. The organization strives to create a safe and welcoming environment where everyone can find the support needed to overcome life's challenges. Our partner works closely with other local organizations and authorities to address the community's needs and contribute to improving the quality of life for its most vulnerable members.
💼 What the programme involves
The program presented is CASA CARES, a part of CSD - Diaconia Valdese's initiatives in social and intercultural tourism. Located near Florence, in the village of Reggello, Casa Cares serves as a guest house and meeting center nestled amidst vineyards, olive groves, and forests, emphasizing environmental stewardship. The facility hosts various groups, seminars, and workshops. Traditionally, volunteers at Casa Cares assist staff in various tasks, including home and garden care, networking with the community, and engaging in social communication and marketing efforts. Volunteers are encouraged to actively participate based on their skills, abilities, and interests, with opportunities to propose and develop personal projects. Throughout their stay, volunteers gain insights into environmental stewardship, the value of teamwork, and multiculturalism.
🏠 Accommodation on site
🍲 Food
Meals are provided and eaten at the centre’s lunch hall, and/or at the volunteers’ own apartment, with necessary foodstuffs provided to facilitate the volunteers’ independence.
📍 About the location
Reggello, located in the province of Florence in Tuscany, is a city rich in history and culture. Founded in Etruscan times, it thrived under the Roman Empire and has preserved many remnants from that era. Nestled in the heart of the Tuscan countryside, the region is famous for its picturesque landscapes of hills, vineyards, and olive groves, as well as its remarkable artistic and architectural heritage.
The associative sector in Reggello is dynamic and diverse, with many organizations working in areas such as education, culture, environment, social services, and tourism. These associations play an essential role in promoting the well-being of residents, preserving local heritage, and promoting sustainable tourism in the region. They regularly organize cultural events, educational activities, volunteer projects, and community initiatives aimed at strengthening social ties and fostering sustainable development in the area.
🎒 Leisure activities
In Reggello, volunteers can enjoy a variety of activities to explore the beauty of the Tuscan region. Among the must-dos, there are visits to the magnificent vineyards and olive groves, where you can taste local wines and olive oils. Outdoor enthusiasts can go hiking or mountain biking through the lush hills of the area, offering spectacular views of the Tuscan countryside. For history and culture enthusiasts, there are guided tours of historical sites, churches, and local museums, such as the Palazzo Pretorio. Finally, volunteers can discover delicious Tuscan cuisine in trattorias and local restaurants, where they can savor traditional dishes like ribollita, pappa al pomodoro, and Florentine steak.
⚠️ Requirements
Deadline: no application deadline.
ℹ️ Additional information
The participating organisations have to be mindful of these needs as they are responsible for providing a respectful and trusting hosting environment. At the same time, the organisations participating in the initiative devote a great deal of time, energy and resources to set up a high-quality activity; they should therefore expect that European Solidarity Corps participants show a similar level of respect for the local communities and the people that are directly concerned by the activities (https://youth.europa.eu/solidarity/mission_en).
What do we provide ?
- Training before and after the project;
- health insurance during your project;
- round-trip travel reimbursement;
- accommodation and food;
- pocket money;
- language course;
- return week-end;
- Youth Pass and SVI international Volunteer passport.
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.
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Sign in to apply📅 Available sessions
IT39609
29/09/2024 at 00:00 → 31/08/2025 at 00:00
ℹ️ Key information
Age required
18–30 years old
Solidarity donation
0.00 EUR
French tax residents may be eligible for a tax reduction of up to 66% of their costs (membership, plane tickets, solidarity donation).
📍 Location
Via Pietrapiana, 56, 50066 Reggello FI, Italy
Italy
🌍 Location info
Local currency
Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)
Timezone
Central European Summer Time
Local time: 21:31 (12/11/2026)
🛡️ Before you leave
✅ Features
🏠 Accommodation
🗣️ Languages spoken