Bolivia: Centro Integral Comedor Popular “San Calixto”

About the local hosting organization

Comedor San Calixto has been providing daily lunches for over 28 years to a diverse range of individuals, including children, the elderly, homeless people, families in need, and workers. Serving between 150 to 200 people daily, the meals consist of a bowl of soup, a second plate, and a beverage (juice or milk for children), often supplemented with a dessert, typically fruit. This non-profit organization, coordinated by the Catholic Church, aims to combat hunger by offering the most affordable lunches possible, ensuring quality food reaches those most in need. In addition to meals, the facility offers a range of support services. These include showers, a hair salon, a pharmacy, and medical and dental visits. There is also a therapeutic service for individuals struggling with alcoholism and a play center for children. Comedor San Calixto further promotes informal educational activities for its beneficiaries.

Presentation of the programme

Can help in all tasks concerning the Centro San Calixto Scheduling and developing all the activities and tasks with project staff Supporting teachers in the Baby Care Share with children and the people who comes here Helping in the kitchen at least 3 hours per day in all the chores in the kitchen even cleaning

About the location

La Paz

Requirements

Carefulness and empathy A great sense of humour and willingness to talk with homeless Patience Will to do all kind of tasks, from cleaning and cooking to playing with kids and working with alcoholics and homeless