Mission to Mexico
2025
Join us for a life-changing mission to Guadalajara, Mexico, from July 6th to July 12th, 2025.
This is more than just a trip—it’s an opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of special needs children, vulnerable youth, and abandoned elderly women. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a student, or someone with a heart for service, this mission offers a unique chance to give back, grow personally, and connect with a community in need.
Why This Mission Matters
In Mexico, thousands of children and elderly individuals face daily challenges due to poverty, disability, and lack of family support. Many of these individuals live in orphanages or group homes, where resources are limited, and care is often stretched thin. By joining this mission, you’ll be part of a team that brings hope, healing, and practical support to those who need it most.
Our Mission Focus: Who We Serve
1. Hogar Cabañas Orphanage:
This public organization provides comprehensive care to children and adolescents in vulnerable situations. Many of these children have been abandoned or come from unstable family environments. Hogar Cabañas focuses on their psychological, motor, and educational development, ensuring they have the tools to thrive and integrate into society.
• What We Do: Volunteers assist with daily activities, provide educational support, and offer emotional care to help these children feel valued and loved.
2. Casa Hogar Bienaventurados de Jesus:
This orphanage specializes in caring for disabled individuals, offering speech therapy and other forms of assistance since 2007.
• What We Do: Volunteers work alongside therapists to provide care, engage with residents, and support their developmental needs.
3. Asilo de Ancianos Desamparado:
This group home in Guadalajara provides shelter and care for abandoned elderly women. Many of these women have been left without family support and rely on the kindness of others for their basic needs.
• What We Do: Volunteers offer companionship, assist with daily tasks, and bring joy to these women through meaningful interactions.
What You’ll Experience as a Volunteer
• Meaningful Connections: You’ll work directly with children, elderly individuals, and local staff, forming bonds that transcend language and culture.
• Personal Growth: This mission will challenge you to step out of your comfort zone, adapt to new environments, and develop skills in empathy, teamwork, and problem-solving.
• Cultural Immersion: You’ll experience the rich culture of Mexico, from its vibrant traditions to its warm and welcoming people.
• Professional Development: For healthcare professionals and students, this is an opportunity to apply your skills in a real-world setting, gain hands-on experience, and make a tangible impact.
Mission Details
• Dates: July 6 (Arrival) to July 12 (Departure), 2025
• Location: Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico
• Who Can Join: Open to professionals (MDs, SLPs, RNs, PTs, OTs, etc.), students, and non-professional volunteers. No prior experience is required—just a willingness to serve!
• Cost: Participants are responsible for airfare and other expenses. A $50 deposit is required by April 15th, 2025, which includes a polo and two T-shirts.
Volunteer Roles: How You Can Help
• Professionals: Provide therapy, educate families, and supervise students. Your expertise will be invaluable in improving the lives of those we serve.
• Students: Assist with therapy sessions, play with children, and support other volunteers. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in your field.
• Non-Professionals: Help with daily chores, play with children, and assist in administrative tasks. Your presence and willingness to serve will make a world of difference.
(Optional) Hippotherapy Mission: Healing Through Horses
For those interested in hippotherapy (therapy using horses), there’s an optional pre-mission trip from June 28th to July 6th, 2025. This unique experience allows you to work with children and individuals with disabilities, using the therapeutic movement of horses to improve physical and emotional well-being.
• Locations: Pachuca, Hidalgo (June 29th–July 1st) and Sahuayo, Michoacán (July 4th–5th).
• Return to Guadalajara: On July 6th, you’ll join the main mission team.
What You Need to Know
• Travel Insurance: Recommended but not mandatory. Gallagher Charitable Travel Insurance is suggested.
• Lodging: NH Hotel is the closest option to the orphanage, but more details on lodging will be provided.
• Currency: Bring Mexican Pesos for additional expenses like transportation, meals, and souvenirs.
Why You Should Join Us
This mission is more than just a volunteer trip—it’s a chance to be part of something bigger than yourself. You’ll witness firsthand the impact of your efforts, whether it’s through a child’s smile, an elderly woman’s gratitude, or the progress made in therapy sessions. You’ll return home with unforgettable memories, new friendships, and a deeper understanding of the power of compassion.
Call to Action: Be the Change
Are you ready to make a difference? Join us for the Mission to Mexico 2025!
Whether you’re participating in the main mission or the optional hippotherapy trip, your contribution will have a lasting impact on the lives of those in need.
• Download the full mission details: 2025 Mission to Mexico Final (1).pdf
• Learn more about the Hippotherapy Mission: Hippotherapy 2025 (2).docx