ESC: Korys – Care & Support Volunteering for People with Disabilities

Code: 51177 Copied

Lithuania European Voluntary Service Social work Education European Voluntary Service Social work +1 Fixed dates

About the project

📝 Detailed information

🏢 About the local organisation

The non-governmental organization "Actio Catholica Patria" (A.C. Patria) is active in Kaunas since 1991 and offers social and cultural services for young people aged from 14 to 30 years. We consult and provide training to other organizations and individuals about volunteering and open youth work. Our main aim is to support young people in becoming responsible, self-confident, socially sensitive and active citizens. We strive to contribute to the development of the concept and the condition of volunteering in Lithuania; to provide social services to young people; to provide information, consultation and training to individuals and legal entities; and to help youngsters to integrate into the labor market. We work towards these aims in our four centers: The Volunteer Center, the Open Youth Center "Vartai", the Youth Empowerment Center "Kitaip" and the Methodical Center. The employees of A.C. Patria, are constantly improving/enriching activities to ensure the quality of services provided. We aim at being pro-active in the search of new forms of work using different methods in order to meet the social needs of youth of different age groups and correspond to the changes in our society.

💼 What the programme involves

Volunteering at Korys, supporting people with disabilities through daily assistance, spending time together, and taking part in inclusive social and recreational activities. The role includes accompanying individuals outside for walks and outdoor activities, helping ensure their safety, comfort, and well-being. It also involves creating a friendly and supportive environment where people are encouraged to develop independence, confidence, and social skills. Working closely with staff and other volunteers, the focus is on promoting inclusion, equal participation, and meaningful interaction in everyday life

🏠 Accommodation on site

Accommodation in a private room in a shared apartment Monthly ticket for public transport Monthly food and pocket money (~280eur/month)

🎒 Leisure activities

On-arrival and mid-term trainings Monthly volunteer group meetings and meetings with a mentor Optional Lithuanian language classes Organization of solidarity and volunteering events

⚠️ Requirements

The Participant profile: We are looking for a motivated, empathetic, and open-minded volunteer who is willing to work with people with disabilities. The ideal participant is patient, responsible, and ready to spend meaningful time with others, building trust and positive relationships. We expect someone who is flexible, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team. A positive attitude, respect for diversity, and willingness to learn are essential. The volunteer should be ready to engage in everyday life at the center — supporting activities, accompanying participants, and contributing to a friendly and inclusive environment
Deadline:

ℹ️ Additional information

The project is implemented under the European Solidarity Corps Programme, financed by the European Commission.
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

Before applying for this volunteering project, you need to enroll yourself at European Solidarity Corps Platform (https://europa.eu/youth/solidarity_en) and specify your European Solidarity Corps Participant Number (PRN).
This organisation holds a European Solidarity Corps Quality Label.
Contact the ESC coordinator at +32 2 888 67 13 to get more informations.

Interested in this project? Create your account and apply online.

📅 Available sessions

LT51177

01/06/2026 → 31/03/2027

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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

Kaunas, Kaunas City Municipality, Lithuania

Lithuania

🌍 Location info

Local currency

Euro Member Countries (EUR / €)

Timezone

Eastern European Summer Time

Local time: 21:07 (12/11/2026)

🛡️ Before you leave

Security information

📞 Contact us

[email protected]

+32 2 888 67 13

Contact form

✅ Features

🏠 Accommodation

Collective

🗣️ Languages spoken

English Lithuanian Russian