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At Therapy Volunteers, we're dedicated to providing a wealth of valuable resources to support both our participants and those interested in our programs. Our collection of informative articles covers a wide range of topics, from best practices in therapy abroad to personal stories from our clinicians in the field. We believe in sharing knowledge and experiences to foster growth and understanding. Follow our dynamic Instagram feed for a visual journey into our global adventures, where you can witness the real impact of our work, see our dedicated therapists in action, and gain a glimpse into the unique cultures and communities we engage with. These resources are designed to inspire, educate, and connect our community, empowering everyone to make a difference in their own way.

TAI Leads Collaboration to Provide Free Autism Screenings in Belize
Therapy Volunteers has embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to make autism screenings more accessible to children in Belize. The project,…

Therapy Volunteers Earns Recognition as a Top Volunteer Abroad Provider
Therapy Volunteers, a Chicago-based non-profit organization delivering pediatric therapy to underserved communities worldwide, has been recognized by GoOverseas.com as one…

Therapy Volunteers Expands Mission with New Programs in Honduras and Ecuador
Therapy Volunteers, a nonprofit organization based in Chicago, is expanding its mission to deliver pediatric therapies to underserved communities by…

Therapy Volunteers Expands Opportunities with International OT Capstone Experiences
When Therapy Volunteers began its mission of delivering life-changing pediatric therapies to underserved communities worldwide, its initial focus was on…

Therapy Volunteers and Hillside Health Care International Explore Partnership to Expand Services in Belize
On a blustery cold day in Chicago, the leadership teams of Therapy Volunteers and Hillside Health Care International met to…

Therapy Volunteers and Measure Practice Management Partner to Bring ABA Therapy Software to Under-Resourced Communities
When Raj Sharma founded Measure Practice Management (MPM) in 2020, he envisioned the software as a powerful tool to support…

Inspiring Service Abroad: How Therapy Volunteers Reinvigorated a Speech-Language Pathologist’s Passion
In early July, Maura Moyle received an unexpected call from her friend and colleague, Jayne Jaskolski. “You’re inviting me to…

How Therapy Volunteers and DePaul University Formed a Life-Changing Partnership
It all began through a series of fortuitous events. In 2020, the year before DePaul University welcomed its inaugural cohort…

5 Benefits of Doing Therapy Abroad
As a therapist in training or someone who is already a licensed professional, you may not be scouring the internet…

How to Pack for Your Therapy Volunteers Trip Abroad
You’ve booked your trip with Therapy Volunteers, and everything is set: your flights are booked, your itinerary is ready, but…

What is Cultural Competency?
Cultural competency broadly refers to the ability to understand, communicate with, and form meaningful relationships with people across different cultures.…

5 Reasons to Complete Your Fieldwork Abroad with Therapy Volunteers
1. Learn in New Environments Go the extra mile by traveling abroad for your fieldwork with Therapy Volunteers! This opportunity…

Boost Your Experience and Personal Growth by Volunteering with Therapy Volunteers
Whether you’re taking a gap year or still in undergrad, volunteering with Therapy Volunteers is the perfect way to gain…

Volunteer Abroad with Therapy Volunteers and Make a Lasting Impact
Therapy Volunteers offers unique volunteer opportunities in several countries, including Ecuador, Belize, Mexico, Honduras, and beyond. As a volunteer, you’ll…