TRIP FAQS

Thank you for your interest! Please contact us at info@zioncareinternational.org confirming your interest or complete this brief survey.

No. ZCI provides all arrangements for its medical volunteers, including transportation, food, government permits and in-country housing. Equipment, supplies and medicines are secured for the overseas medical clinics from donations through partnerships with other organizations. Once your application has been approved you will be given a comprehensive welcome packet that contains a packing list specific to the location you will be visiting and the time of year.

Medical volunteers are asked to bring their own diagnostics for use during clinic (otoscope, ophthalmoscope, stethoscope, sphygmomanometer, knee hammer, thermometer, scissors, etc.).

Dentists will need to bring any instruments necessary to conduct dental care in the field. You will be given a sample list of items that previous dentists have found helpful to have.

Dependent on location. However, some additional responsibilities include

• Clinic set up and breakdown
• Community health education — we provide you with a variety of topics or you can choose your own topic to teach a class to the local communities that will help build and strengthen the people through health and wellness.
• Helping in the pharmacy
• Patient registration and intake
• Patient escort services

You are providing individuals with a service that they would not be able to have access to otherwise. You have multiple opportunities to connect with local people on an individual level and assist them in their physical, health, and spiritual development. By teaching individuals on how to maintain healthy lifestyles, participating in service projects that effectively build communities, and the other trip activities aforementioned, you are personally participating in the enduring transformation of entire communities. You can also choose to attend future mission trips with ZCI.

18 years old.

It depends on the country of citizenship. ZCI will advise.

ZCI can not guarantee your safety in any country, state, or province that you happen to visit. However, every precaution is taken to ensure that we have adequate security on all ZCI sites. Volunteers are advised not to leave the medical site or hotel without advising the Group Coordinator and Security attache.

Yes, your group could spend part or all of its itinerary with other groups we partner with including the Ministry of Health, the Rotary Club, and other service clubs. This can be a rewarding experience to spend time with fellow Christians on the field.

All mission trip participants are encouraged to visit the Center for Disease Control website and get vaccinated accordingly.

Once your application has been approved, you will receive a welcome packet detailing vaccinations, how to pack, security, daily schedules, and general guidelines.

Most of our trips are all-inclusive. However, it is advisable to have cash on hand to use at your discretion.

Most of our trips are all-inclusive. However, it is advisable to have cash on hand to use at your discretion.

Once your application has been approved, you will receive a welcome packet detailing dress. Medical and dental volunteers are required to wear scrubs while working.

Travelers’ insurance, particularly for medical and dental volunteers, is highly recommended. ZCI provides the option for you to purchase this insurance.