Pre-Departure Packet PHILIPPINES - Project Cavite OVERVIEW

Congratulations! You have completed the FIMRC pre-trip requirements! It is time to prepare for your volunteer trip to the Philippines! In the following packet, you will find on-site contact information, packing tips, arrival logistics, and more! Please read the information carefully and be sure to reach out to us if you have questions!

A LETTER FROM FIMRC HEADQUARTERS CONTENTS

Dear FIMRC Volunteer, 3 Meet the Team

The Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children (FIMRC) is pleased to 4 Get to Know Cavite welcome you to the FIMRC Family. We are looking forward to your service in the 5 Know Before You Go Philippines and hope that you are too. This amazing experience will allow you to immerse yourself in a different culture while providing unique opportunities to get to 6 Packing Guide know a community in the developing world. 7 Packing Guide cont.

This packet contains useful information for your trip and will answer many of the 8 Arrival Process questions that you may have. Included is packing advice, arrival and housing 9 Your Volunteer Mission logistics, and an emergency contact list among other things. We hope that you will 10 Accommodations take a moment to familiarize yourself with the content so that you can confidently travel to our site in the Philippines. We would like to make your volunteer mission as 11 Additional Information comfortable as possible, so if you have any further questions after reading through 12 Staying Healthy this packet, please feel free to contact us. 13 FAQs As a volunteer with Project Cavite, you will carry out vital tasks in support of 14 Stay Involved FIMRC’s mission to provide quality healthcare to those that are underprivileged and underserved. FIMRC realizes that to truly change the health care conditions of places like Cavite, on-site medical attention is only one piece of the puzzle. Diligence in spreading the word about our mission is also necessary so that everyone is aware that there are people who do not receive the medical care that they deserve. Your impact on the community in Cavite can be felt long after you board the plane home by simply sharing stories of your volunteer mission to friends and family. We are so excited to welcome you to our FIMRC team and are proud that you have decided to join the effort to create a world in which everyone has an equal opportunity to benefit from modern medicine.

On behalf of the entire FIMRC team, we thank you for your support and hope your experience is nothing short of extraordinary!

Vikram Bahkru, MD Meredith Welsh Founder and Chairman Chief Executive Officer

Zane Randell Global Health Volunteer Program Manager

2 MEET THE TEAM

REBECCA SCARBROUGH, Field Operations Manager (FOM) Rebecca Scarbrough has over 8 years of experience in facilitation, intercultural training, and project design and management. Prior to embarking on her graduate studies in Sustainable Development at the School for International Training in Washington D.C., Rebecca served in the Philippines as a Children, Youth, & Families Volunteer from 2012-2014 where she focused gender, reproductive, health, maternal & child health, and youth programming & management. After two years of service in Manila, Rebecca was selected to serve as Peace Corps Volunteer Leader at Peace Corps Headquarters in 2015.

Ate Ellen, Guesthouse Cook Get excited for Ate Ellen’s delicious Filipino food! She will provide you with three meals per day and may even host a cooking lesson or two during your trip.

Rebecca will organize your volunteer trip at Project Cavite. You will also have the opportunity to work alongside nurses, midwives, and barangay health workers as well as medical residents and medical interns from the University of the Philippines. You can read fill staff bios via the link below.

CONTACT INFORMATION Philippines FIMRC HQ, Philadelphia Rebecca Scarbrough, Field Operations Manager Zane Randell, Volunteer Program Manager (+63) (0) 936.920.2735 (mobile) 888-211-8575 ext 2 (mobile) [email protected] [email protected] Meredith Welsh, Chief Executive Officer

When calling the Philippines from the US, dial +63 plus the 10-digit 267-290-8151 (mobile) number. When calling within the Philippines dial 0 plus the 10-digit FIMRC HQ Office number. 888-211-8575 • ext. 1 (Main Office : Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm EST) • ext. 5 (24/7 Emergency Line)

WhatsApp FIMRC encourages volunteers to download WhatsApp on their mobile phones prior to departing the US to keep in touch with friends, family, and your FIMRC team. WhatsApp allows you to send messages and make voice and video calls for free. It uses your phone’s Internet connection so you can avoid SMS fees and international calling rates. WhatsApp is free to download and is available for iPhone, Android, and Windows phones. FIMRC team members in the Philippines and the US can be reached via WhatsApp.

2 3 GET TO KNOW PROJECT CAVITE

The district of AMIGA is comprised of the municipalities of Alfonso, Mendez, Indang, General Emilio Aguinaldo and Amadeo within the Province of Cavite. It is located 75 kilometers south of Manila in the CALABARZON Region on Luzon Island which stands for the provinces of Cavite, LAguna, BAtangas, Rizal and QueZON. Cavite is known as the historical capital of the Philippines, it is among the most industrialized and fastest growing provinces in the country, and its panoramic view of Lake Taal draws visitors near and far.

BACKGROUND Setting: Rural Population Size: 209,000 Climate: Tropical Communities Served: 132

CLINICAL CARE Partner Facilities: Rural Health Units and Barangay Health Stations

Services Offered: • Primary care • Laboratory services • Pharmacy • Prenatal and postnatal care • Obstetrics • Dentistry • TB treatment

COMMUNITY OUTREACH Health Education Programs: • PhilPEN: A program dedicated to preventing non- communicable diseases. Phil PEN involves conducting risk assessment screenings house-to- house, monitoring community members’ blood pressure and blood glucose levels, designing and implementing interventions, and referring community members to the rural health unit as appropriate • Street Education Activities in Urban Communitie • Psychococial Activites at UP Cancer Institute

SITE OVERVIEW Want to see Project Cavite first hand? Click on the image to the right to watch our amazing Site Overview. This film highlights the communities we serve, public health programs that currently take place, and services currently offered at the RHUs. You will also hear first hand accounts from FIMRC staff, partners, and volunteers! Enjoy!

4 KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

CURRENCY & BUDGET TIPS VISAS

Exchanging Money & ATMS Visas valid for 30-days are granted on arrival in the The Philippine peso (PHP) is the unit of currency in the Philippines free of charge, as long as you have proof of Philippines. Moneychangers and ATMs are readily available an outgoing flight. For stays longer than 30-days, apply for in Mendez and throughout Manila. As a general precaution, a 9(A) Temporary Visitor’s Visa before you depart for the carry only what you will need for the day on you. Additional Philippines. We recommend you apply for a visa in ample money can be stored in a safe, concealed place, such as time (at least 8-10 weeks from the date of your arrival). your room in the guesthouse. The current exchange rate can be found at xe.com. The fee for the 9(A) Temporary Visitor’s Visa is: • Single entry visa valid for 3 months - $30.00 Notifying your Bank • Multiple entry visa valid for 6 months - $60.00 Before you leave the US, notify your bank or credit provider • Multiple entry visa valid for 12 months - $90.00 that you will be traveling abroad, as unusual debit and credit card use may trigger fraud protection and your account may Please include the following information in the Reference in be frozen. the Philippines portion of your visa application: Name: Rebecca Scarbrough Food and activities outside the volunteer program are at Address: 479 C. Llamado Street your own expense. Budget $10 per week for snacks and Poblacion 4 drinks and $100 per excursion. Mendez, Cavite 4120

APPLICATION LINK FOR 9(A) VISA: ELECTRICITY & INTERNET http://www.philippineembassy-usa.org/philippines-dc/ consular-services-dc/faq-dc/#nonimmigrant The voltage in the Philippines is 220 V and the Frequency is 60 Hz. A converter is needed for electronic devices VACCINATIONS that cannot accommodate the higher voltage. Input for a particular device may be found on the charger. Power Vaccinations are not compulsory to enter the Philippines; outlets accept two prong power plugs. A two-prong power however, consult your doctor and the Centers for Disease plug adapter is needed for electronic devices with three- Control and Prevention (www.cdc.gov/travel) for the most prongs. Brownouts, though rare, do occur occasionally in the up-to-date recommendations. We strongly recommend Philippines. being up-to-date on your rabies vaccine before travel. Medical decisions are your responsibility as are the Wi-Fi, albeit slow, is available in the guesthouse where you associated costs. will be staying. EVACUATION INSURANCE

FIMRC requires all volunteers to possess emergency SAFETY & STEP medical evacuation coverage for the duration of the mission trip. If your current health insurance does not provide this Register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment coverage, we recommend purchasing travel insurance. Program before you depart for your Please contact us if you would like assistance in purchasing volunteer trip to receive important information from coverage through FIMRC’s partner, Worldwide Risk the US Embassy in the Philippines and to enable the Management. Department of State to contact you in an emergency. You are encouraged to have the Embassy’s contact TRAVEL DOCUMENTS information on hand.

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond FIMRC is committed to volunteer health, safety, and your intended stay in the Philippines as indicated on your security. Upon your arrival, Rebecca will conduct travel itinerary. Passport applications are available at most orientation, which will include details on how to stay US Post Offices as well as at regional passport agencies. You healthy and safe during your volunteer trip. will also need an onward flight ticket out of the Philippines. Volunteers who are not US citizens must check with their consulate or a visa agency to determine visa requirements.

5 PACKING GUIDE

A suggested packing list is below. Bring lightweight, breathable clothing that is professional and culturally sensitive. While the Philippines is a tropical country, revealing clothing, such as low-cut tops and short shorts, should not be worn in the community. All your things should be able to fit inside one suitcase plus a carry-on bag. Choose a carry-on bag that can double as your everyday bag while in the community. Be sure to attach a luggage tag to each of your bags.

CLOTHING & SHOES

LIGHTWEIGHT WORKWEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES CASUAL SHOES Light-weight basic tops and long pants. Should look “dressy”, a plus if they can Sandals are great to have for beach Upholding cultural appropriateness withstand the rain. Don’t forget your trips, nice dinners, and of course, its a is very important, please refrain from socks! great idea to pack flip flops if you wish clothing with dropping necklines, to have shower shoes. revealing mid-drifts, cut off sleeves, and shorts above the knees.

SWIMSUIT / BEACHWEAR SLEEPWEAR RAIN GEAR Pack your swimsuit, and a beach towel, Don’t forget your comfy PJs. T-shirts, Traveling during rainy season (July - if you plan to take part in excursions and modest shorts are just fine for Oct.)? Pack a lightweight rain jacket, on the coast. One piece suits are more lounging at the end of the day. rain boots, and umbrella. appropriate for females!

HAT & SUNGLASSES NICE OUTFIT FIMRC APPAREL The sun is strong so be sure to come You may visit local museums, markets, While not required, you can order prepared with a cap and/or sunglasses or go out to dinner. FIMRC gear at www.fimrc.org/gear. to block out those rays! Items are not available for purchase on site.

TOILETRIES

BUG SPRAY SUNSCREEN & ALOE HAND SANITIZER We strongly recommend that Pay attention to the SPF! The sun is Personal sized hand sanitizer is great volunteers wear effective insect strong so we recommend re-applying to have while working in the clinic and repellent. CDC recommendation is 30- your sunscreen throughout the day. community. Wipes are also great to 35% DEET. Aloe is great to have at the end of the toss in your bag! day.

TOOTHBRUSH & TOOTHPASTE MEDICATIONS PERSONAL ITEMS We are pretty passionate about dental Over-the-counter anti-diarrheal, oral Do not forget shampoo, soap, personal care! Don’t forget your floss! rehydration salts, and anti-itch cream hygiene items, etc. These are not are recommended for travelers. Pack provided at the FIMRC guest house. all medications in original labeled containers.

WEATHER IN THE PHILIPPINES

It is hot and humid throughout the year in the Philippines. The average temperature is 82 degrees Fahrenheit. The rainy season is from July to October when an average of 20 typhoons pass through each year. Please be sure to pack appropriate sun protection and rain gear. Forecasts can be found here.

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SUPPLIES & TRAVEL DOCUMENTS

WATER BOTTLE LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACK NOTEBOOK/JOURNAL Safe filtered drinking water will be Basic backpack to carry each day that Great for taking notes during PhilPEN provided for the duration of your stay. will hold your water bottle and other visits or recording your activities at the Be sure to bring a sturdy reusable small necessities. If its waterproof - end of each day. water bottle. It is important to stay even better! hydrated!

BATH TOWEL(S) TOILET PAPER PLASTIC BAGS Please be sure to bring a bath towel, A small roll is recommended as toilet Grocery bags, small garbage bags, and as these are not available at the guest paper is not always available in public ziploc bags are all great for organizing house. All bedding and pillows are places. and storing dirty laundry. provided.

ELECTRONICS SNACKS PLANE TICKETS Laptop, camera, smart phone, etc. Peanut butter, protein bars or any other You must have a copy of both your Not required but great for keeping in special snack / treat you want to bring arriving and departing flights. touch with friends and family. FIMRC from home! :) is not responsible for lost or damaged electronics.

PASSPORT & LICENSE PHOTOCOPIES CONTACT INFORMATION Make sure your passport is valid for Make photocopies of all travel Please store all staff member contact six months after your travel dates. You documents and store them separately information in your phone and print a should also carry your driver’s license from the originals in case they are lost. hard copy to carry with you. or other form of photo ID.

LOST LUGGAGE It is useful to pack a change of clothes and essential toiletries in your carry-on bag in case your suitcase is delayed. If your suitcase is lost or damaged, approach a staff member from your airline at the baggage service counter and present your baggage tag and file a report. If your travel insurance includes baggage coverage, you will need to submit this report to your insurance provider to file a claim. Rebecca will wait for you outside the terminal while you make your report.

FIMRC is not responsible for lost or damaged luggage.

DONATIONS

Donations are generally discouraged in the Philippines. Please contact FIMRC staff about bringing donations.

7 ARRIVAL PROCESS

Below you will find step-by-step instructions designed to help you smoothly navigate arrival to the Philippines. Be sure to read through this information carefully. Should you encounter any issues en route to the Philippines or while at the airport, please contact the Field Operations Manager.

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Airport Arrival Have a pen on hand and fill in your health declaration checklist, arrival card, and customs declaration form before disembarking the plane; make sure you keep your proof of outgoing flight close. Once off the plane, give the health declaration checklist to the appropriate personnel and head to the immigration lines for foreign passport holders. Welcome to the Philippines!

You can use this address for the health declaration checklist and customs declaration form: 479 C. Llamado Street, Poblacion 4, Mendez Cavite

2 Immigration Give the immigration officer your passport, arrival card, and customs form. Let them know you will be visiting Cavite on vacation. Retrieve your stamped passport and proceed to baggage claim.

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Baggage Claim Locate the baggage carousel for your flight. After you have retrieved your luggage, head to customs. If your luggage didn’t arrive or is damaged, file a report with the airline.

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Customs If you have nothing to declare, give your customs declaration form to the appropriate personnel and exit the terminal. Have the luggage stub given to you at your point of disembarkation on hand to show the appropriate personnel.

5 Meet The Staff! Rebecca, Jelly, or Louie will be waiting to greet you at the airport. If you are having trouble finding her, call, text, or email her. Do not, under any circumstances, leave the airport with someone other than a FIMRC staff member unless that had been arranged prior. • From Terminal 1: After you pass immigration and customs, exit the airport and cross the road. Head to the right and follow the ramp down. Look for the ‘FIMRC’ sign across the street at the end of the ramp in the “F” family name section. • From Terminal 2: After you pass immigration and customs, exit the airport and head to “BAY 14” and look for the FIMRC sign. • From Terminal 3: After you pass immigration and customs, look for the ‘FIMRC’ sign beyond the glass window on your right side 6 Travel to Cavite Once you are with Rebecca, you will head to the project site, which is approximately two hours from Ninoy Aquino International Airport.

8 YOUR VOLUNTEER MISSION

Every day is different and plans can change quickly at Project Cavite so flexibility is important! To ensure volunteers have a sustainable impact, the activities you will participate in will reflect the current needs of the communities. Your volunteer itinerary will be reviewed with you during orientation. Below are activities that typically take place each week.

TUESDAY - FRIDAY Morning Afternoon Get up, eat breakfast and be ready to leave the house at After lunch, volunteer activities continue. The day normally 8am. It usually takes a 40 minute drive to the communities ends around 4-5pm. After this, volunteers can relax at the we work in. We will take packed lunches with us. house – or go to the local tourist town of Tagaytay (20 minutes’ drive away) to eat dinner, catch the sunset, admire the beautiful view of Taal lake, or shop.

Potential Activities Potential Activities • Observe midwives and nurses as well as medical residents • Assist in measuring community members’ height, weight, and medical interns from the University of the Philippines as waist circumference, glucose levels and blood pressure to they provide consultation, conduct prenatal check ups, and determine their risk stratification as part of PhilPEN immunize infants • Encode community members’ health information to • Learn to measure blood pressure using a manual determine next steps sphygmomanometer • Develop health education materials to address lifestyle- • Learn to measure blood glucose levels related risk factors

MONDAY On Sunday evening, volunteers and staff will make the journey to Manila. You will have the opportunity to lead bedside psychosocial activities for pediatric and adult patients at the Cancer Institute within the Philippine General Hospital in Manila. Donations to the clinics we have partnered with are discouraged as our role is to provide capacity support. Volunteers may, however, bring arts and crafts supplies to support our work at the Philippine General Hospital, as these are always needed.

PATIENT CONFIDENTIALITY Privacy and patient confidentiality are essential to FIMRC’s mission and continued operations. Information relating to patients and their treatment is confidential and must not be distributed or disclosed in any way. It is especially important for all volunteers to exercise caution when using the Internet or social media outlets so as not to communicate any sensitive or confidential information or images.

8 9 ACCOMMODATIONS

FIMRC’S GUESTHOUSE

Accommodation Details You will be staying at FIMRC’s volunteer guesthouse in Mendez, Cavite. There are three bedrooms in the guesthouse. We can accommodate up to eight people. Rooms include minimal storage space and an electric fan. The FOM will do her best to honor the rooming preferences indicated on your enrollment form. Mosquito nets are also available. There is a western-style toilet in the guesthouse. To bathe, you will take bucket baths with cold water (water can be boiled for warm bucket baths). Please note: hotel accommodations may be provided if the number of volunteers on-site exceeds the capacity of the guesthouse. If this occurs, Rebecca will contact you prior to travel with specific details.

Laundry Volunteers can drop off their laundry at the laundromat as needed. Laundry services cost USD $0.50 per kilogram, with a three kilogram minimum. MEALS

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are provided for the duration of your stay. Meals during excursions, however, are at your own expense. Meals consist of white rice, vegetables, and either fish, chicken, or pork.If you have dietary restrictions, please note this in your enrollment forms and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

COMMUNICATION

There is one mobile phone available for volunteers to share. You can use this phone to stay in touch with Rebecca and the FIMRC staff as well as to make and receive international calls, though you will be responsible for purchasing load for the phone should you wish to use it for the latter. Please do not purchase a calling card in the US as it may not be useful aboard. If you lose or break the phone, you will need to replace it. A replacement phone costs $20. Wi-Fi, although slow, is available at the guesthouse. You are welcomed to connect your smartphone and laptop to the network. Please note: should you choose to bring valuable electronics with you, you do so at your own risk. FIMRC is not responsible in the case of loss or theft of personal items. That to say, our house is very safe and Ate Alice serves as our caretaker and security.

10 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

MANILA TRANSPORTATION

Sunday nights are spent in Manila in preparation for the Transportation services to and from the guesthouse psychosocial activities on Monday mornings. While in Manila and the airport, the rural health units, and the barangay you will stay at Pension Navidad in Malate. The hostel is health stations are provided by reputable drivers. If you located 10 minutes from the Philippines General Hospital and need transportation services for excursions, Rebecca will 15 minutes from the US Embassy. We are very well known by coordinate with the driver for you; however, the associated the staff at Pension and they serve as our family away from costs will be at your own expense. Project Cavite. We will provide breakfast at the hostel or eat at a local canteen (restaurant) around the corner. Lunch will usually be EXCURSIONS at a local Filipino restaurant. After working at the Philippine General Hospital, you will be driven back to Cavite in While Monday through Friday are reserved for volunteer preparation for Tuesday’s activities! activities, Saturday and Sunday can be spent as you please! Many volunteers like to take the opportunity to You can check out Pension at their facebook Page below: explore the surrounding area while in the Philippines. A few recommendations can be found in our Excursion Guide. Should you choose to go on excursions, Rebecca will assist you in arranging the logistics when you arrive, although we ask you have an idea of what you want to do ahead of LANGUAGE arrival. Please note: excursions and the associated lodging, food, and transportation costs are at your own expenses. While fluency in the local language is not required, we recommend practicing basic phrases and greetings before If you are planning an excursion through the whole weekend, your trip! please report back to Pension Navidad, Manila, on Sunday evening. Good day : Magandang araw po Do you speak English?: Marunong po ba kayo sa English? Where is the toilet?: Saan po sa ang CR? Thank you: Salamat po DEPARTURE Let’s go!: Tara! Our driver will provide transportation for you back to the Take care: Ingat Manila airport with ample time before your flight. Your transportation will be scheduled based upon your flight departure time so that you may arrive four hours before.

11 STAYING HEALTHY

International volunteer experiences are often a time of transformation and internal change. Because you are often forced to deal with new and old situations, without your normal surroundings and support networks, it is important for you to monitor your own emotional and physical well-being.

TIPS FOR STAYING HEALTHY

Upon your arrival in the Philippines, Rebecca will conduct orientation, which will include details on how to stay healthy during your volunteer trip. Below you will find a few tips to begin considering.

• Make plans to keep in touch with your family and friends • If consuming alcohol, do so in moderation. Remember that back home. Manage expectations for how frequently you excessive alcohol use can impact your judgment and impair will be in contact. decision-making.

• Grow your social network in the Philippines! Make friends • Identify ways to relax: read, exercise, journal. with Filipinos, fellow volunteers, and FIMRC staff. Let us know how you are feeling! • Get plenty of rest.

• Anticipate some type of cultural shock when you arrive. • Try to maintain a positive attitude and sense of humor. Stay open minded! • Pack medication you take regularly in your carry-on. Bring • Eat well-balanced meals and stay hydrated. Get ready to an adequate supply to last for the entire duration of your try new dishes! trip. Medication should be kept in their original containers and clearly labeled with your name and the prescription. • Wash your hands! Hand washing offers effective protection from the spread of infections. STAFF SUPPORT If you are not feeling well - tell us! FIMRC staff are here to assist you with issues that affect your health, safety, and well-being during the course of your volunteer trip. Please keep FIMRC staff informed of how you are feeling. We love chatting with you! MEDICAL HISTORY It is imperative that you are as honest as possible in the medical history section of your volunteer profile. Indicating past or present illnesses does not automatically disqualify you from volunteering; rather, it ensures we are able to accommodate any special needs you may have during your stay.

MEDICAL CARE

If you require medical attention while in the Philippines, you will be taken to the QualiMed Surgery Center for minor health problems. More urgent health problems will be addressed at the Makati Medical Center. Additional information can be found on their websites:

wwwqualimed.com.ph/healthcare-facilities/qualimed-manila/ www.makatimed.net.ph

12 FAQs

Below, we’ve prepared a list of common questions that we receive to help you further prepare for your volunteer experience in the Philippines. After reading the FAQs, if you still have questions, send us an email at [email protected]. We are always happy to help!

What if I miss my flight or am delayed during travel? Will I have internet access?

Contact Rebecca as soon as you can at Wi-Fi, although slow, is available in the FIMRC +63.936.920.2735 to let her know. She can easily be guesthouse. reached via WhatsApp. Be sure to have Rebecca’s number on hand before you depart for the airport.

Will I have a toilet and shower? Can I drink the tap water?

You will! The FIMRC guesthouse has both! Western- Volunteers should not drink the tap water in the style toilets are the norm throughout the Philippines Philippines. Bring a water bottle with you so that although toilet seats and toilet paper are scarce (we you may fill it with the filtered water provided at the have both in the guesthouse). Please avoid throwing guesthouse. toilet paper in the toilet; use the bin instead. Hot water for the shower is not available but you can boil water for a warm bucket bath.

Will there be other volunteers in the Philippines at the Am I required to wear scrubs in the clinic? same time as me? No but you certainly can if you wish! Your day-to-day Maybe! Email [email protected] to find out. Also, attire on-site should be modest and neat. Rebecca and FIMRC Staff are always here!

What about Saturday and Sunday? Do I have to worry about mosquito-borne diseases such as Zika, Malaria, and Dengue? There are many wonderful excursions, markets, and sights to see in the Philippines. You may download an Mosquito-borne viruses are endemic in the Philippines. Excursion Guide created by staff and volunteers via Cavite is not prone to malaria so it is not necessary to the Pre-departure Information webpage. take anti-malaria medications, unless directed by your doctor. Vaccines are not currently available to protect against dengue, chikungunya, and Zika. Bring and use appropriate insect repellent to reduce your risk of mosquito bites.

12 14 STAY INVOLVED

You have traveled to Project Cavite and seen our work first hand, now what? Whether you are looking to join a university chapter, interested in donating towards on-site projects, or simply want to keep in touch, there are many ways to stay involved with FIMRC after your volunteer experience. A few of our alumni resources are below.

ALUMNI PROGRAM ADOPT-A-PROJECT

All volunteers are invited to join over 4,000 volunteers in the Our Adopt-a-Project program is a way for FIMRC Alumni Program! In 2015, we began our Alumni Program volunteers to stay connected to our project sites to connect past volunteers with one another and with staff at our through fundraising for special on-site initiatives! project sites in hope that you will continue to promote our mission Click below to access this year’s current projects in your own community. By joining the Alumni Program, you will and to see how you can continue to contribute to gain access to exclusive updates, travel discounts, and more! Visit the success of Project Cavite, Philippines! www.fimrc.org/alumnifor more information.

CHAPTERSHIP PROGRAM

A chapter is made up of individuals committed to serving as FIMRC’s voice in their community. FIMRC chapters play a number of vital roles including raising funds for special medical projects, coordinating volunteer groups to travel to our clinic sites, and providing service in their own communities. If you want to know if your university or community has a FIMRC chapter or if you’re interested in starting one, e-mail [email protected].

CONNECT WITH US!

www.facebook.com/officialfimrcpage username: fimrc www.instagram.com/fimrc

Exclusive Facebook Page for Philippines Alumni www.vimeo.com/fimrc www.twitter.com/fimrc www.facebook.com/fimrcalumniphilippines

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