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We will try and keep you updated about our visitors to Sarnelli House who spend their time generously to be with the children and to support the staff of Sarnelli House in the ongoing care and love the children thrive on. September 2008 From BUPA in Pattaya and Bangkok we had 6 guests come and visit and donate their time, money and gifts to Sarnelli House.
August 2008 (click here for more details of visitors) July 2008 (click here for more details of visitors) June 2008 May 2008 (click here for more details of visitors) April 2008 (click here for more details of visitors) March 2008 (click here for more details of visitors) Volunteers for Sarnelli HouseSarnelli House is made up of 5 homes for children in three different hamlets in the Nongkhai province of Northeast Thailand.
Volunteers are accepted for work at Sarnelli House only. Since the children infected with HIV/AIDS are now taking the Anti-Retro Viral (ARV) drugs, they are healthy enough to go to school. IT IS FOR THIS REASON WE ACCEPT VOLUNTEERS DURING SCHOOL VACATION PERIODS ONLY. March 15 – May 1 Once school opens, volunteers are not needed. If you are interested in being a volunteer during these times please send the following: Essential Requirements:
Responsibilities of Sarnelli House:
Charlene House is a 6 room facility for volunteers. It has 2 beds /room and share bathroom. One room is wheelchair accessible.
Linen is provided as well as hot water in the bathrooms. Cable TV is available in the lounge room
Kitchen, ramp for disable, a washing machine and a dryer available are available.
Lunch and dinner are provided by Charlene House, and breakfast food is available. However Sunday is the cook’s day off, but the kitchen is well stocked with food. We are unable to accommodate volunteers who have special diets such as strict vegetarians or peanut allergies, etc. Our cook does not have the time or resources to accommodate these special needs
Organize and pay for travel to Udon Thani (closest airport to Sarnelli House. It is a 40 minute flight from Bangkok Don Meung Airport). There is an overnight train from Bangkok to Nongkhai as well Our van will pick you up and drop you off at the airport or train station.
If you are staying in Thailand for less than 30 days you do not need to apply for a visa. You can leave and re-enter the country to get another 30 days over and over again over a period of 6 months. Most countries are included in this deal. Check the website if you are unsure. If you intend to stay for longer than 30 days, you need to apply for a Tourist Visa. This allows you to stay in the country for 60 days. You can also apply for a Visa-on-arrival which gives you 15 days in the country. The Thai government wants all visitors to possess means of living expenses at the amount of 10,000 Baht per person. Visit http://www.mfa.go.th/ The Kingdom of Thailand’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Ensure that you have adequate travel or health insurance; if you should require hospitalization it would be necessary to transfer you to Bangkok. Nature of Work Playing with the children and keeping them company is one of the main roles of the volunteers at Sarnelli House Other ways of assisting the staff include
Please contact Kate Introna for further information: Email: kintrona@gmail.com Visitors to Sarnelli House Visitors staying at Charlene House Charlene House has been blessed by faithful donors, like Father Dan, Mike Mouton and Reggie Bollich of Lafayette. But the price of electricity food and fuel makes it imperative that we post a daily US$20 charge for anyone staying at Charlene House. This money will help defray the expenses of electricity, TV (UBC/CABLE TV is 1,600 baht a month), fuel, beverages and food. The charge covers breakfast, plus two cooked Thai meals a day, and the use of laundry machines, TV, and helps with the upkeep of the gardens. We are hard put to keep our 130 children adequately fed, and Charlene House bills were being paid by SARNELLI HOUSE funds that supplies all the children’s needs. We reluctantly decided to take this path. Thank you for your understanding. Information for Visitors Visiting Any of the Sarnelli House Projects
Considerations Dress You should dress for a tropical climate: cotton, silk or linen clothes are most comfortable. Exposing too much of your skin will not only earn you sunburn, but is also frowned at by the locals and is not culturally appropriate. No matter how hot it is, gentlemen should wear knee length to long pants, for ladies, pants are also o.k., or you can wear a skirt or a dress that covers the knees. Sleeveless shirts or singlet tops should be avoided. Beach wear is only acceptable on the beach! Drinking Water The tap water in Thailand is not for drinking. Bottled water is supplied at Charlene House, and Sarnelli House has a water purifying system and all the water in the water dispensers is safe to drink. Language Try and familiarize yourself with some basic greetings in Thai before you arrive. It will be much appreciated by staff and children. Internet Access There is internet access in the office, but this is used by staff. There are internet cafes in Nongkhai. There is no phone land line at Sarnelli House. Culture The King and Queen of Thailand are much loved and respected by all Thais, and you see their portraits in every Thai home. No disrespect or dishonor should be given them and will not be tolerated at Sarnelli House Gifts If you are looking for something to bring over for the children here are some ideas:
Security and Child Protection Policy and Guidelines Please read (click below:PDF format) Sarnelli HouseSecurity & Child Protection Policy and Guidelines In accordance with our Child Protection and Security Policy, if volunteers or visitors are behaving in such a way as contravenes this policy they will be removed from Sarnelli House and may be subject to criminal prosecution. If you have any further questions, please contact us. Thank you for your interest! |
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