Fran

Australia
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I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
Hobart, Australia
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Description
Hi I am a well travelled, friendly, positive person who enjoys meeting people and spending time walking and exploring nature. I am active and involved with many interests ( hiking, cooking, reading, arts, music, singing, yoga, socialising, learning languages.) l am married and started travelling full time in 2016. I travelled for the first 6 months with my husband who has since returned to New Zealand to work on his sculpture projects. I have continued travelling in South America with friends and fellow travellers I meet along the way.
I would love to come and help you whatever your project or needs are.
I have experience volunteering around the world including working in a hostels/retreats in Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Belgium (reception duties, cleaning, kitchen hand), gardening, cooking, pet/ animal care, house sitting, I am an active member of Trusted Housesitters. Working as a WWOOFER( willing worker on organic farm) in Canada and Colombia and supporting a non government organization in Peru providing help to local families with disabilities, (visiting, developing activities for children, helping out with programs.) Teaching English in Brazil to adult students.
I am respectful and willing to have a go at anything, fit and healthy. My professional background is managing community services (disability, children’s services, mental health) so I am trustworthy, responsible and experienced managing staff/ volunteers and organizing activities. My qualifications are a Bachelor of Applied Science in Speech Therapy and a Diploma of Management.
I have profiles and references on Trusted Housesitters, Air BNB and Couchsurfing confirming my helpfulness, cleanliness and abilities.
Interests
Charity work
Winter sports
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Events & social
Yoga / Wellness
Writing
Sustainability
Plant care
Pets
Politics / Social justice
Photography
Nature
Languages
Hitchhiking
Hiking
Outdoor activities
Music
History
Mountain
Gardening
Culture
Cooking & food
Beach
Camping
Art & design
Animals
Books
Architecture
Adventure sports
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
Spanish: Beginner
French: Beginner
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Gardening
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Eco Projects
Art Projects
Teaching
Some knowledge of:
Animal Care
Hospitality/Tourism
Charity Work
Able to teach about:
Babysitting and creative play
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
Languages
More details about your skills
Reception duties, interacting with people, cleaning, cooking, teaching English, teaching people with disabilites, managing businesses, managing staff/ volunteers, gardening, caring for pets, animals, houses, looking after children.
Working as a part of a team and supporting other people to achieve their best.
Age
63
What else ...
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like additional information. I can provide referees and have police clearances.
Some more information
- Smoker
- Driver's licence
- Allergies
  No
- Special dietary requirements
  No

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15 Dec 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Fran)

Excellent workers! Natural leaders with their bounding enthusiasm and energy! Their work-ethic was contagious and it spread to others. Everyone took great pride in their work and had fun at the same time. It was a pleasure to have them on board.

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28 Apr 2019

Left by host (Come and help out at our ...) for Workawayer (Fran)

Who wouldn’t want Fran to volunteer at their place! Fran is a hugely positive and energetic person that is highly motivated which in turn motivates those around her. She spent 2 weeks at our hostel and we were sad to see her leave and hope to see her back again. She has so many wonderful skills and attributes it’s hard to document them all. Her… read more

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16 Apr 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fran)

Hermosa Fran
Ya te extrañamos mucho!
Fue increíble tenerte aquí, tu energía y sonrisa nos lleno de alegría.
Gracias por tu compromiso con nosotras y por tu excelente manera de trabajar y aportar con ideas increíbles.
Ya sabes que aquí tienes un hogar.
Te estaremos esperando
Antonia y Laurie

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15 Dec 2019

Left by host for Workawayer (Fran)

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28 Apr 2019

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16 Apr 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fran)

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21 Mar 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fran)

Experience goes a long way. There was no client, task or situation that Fran couldn't handle with grace and easy. Helping even when she was no on the schedule and not asked, helping when there was a stressful situation and acting like a leader to new volunteers coming onto the team. Fran was incredible positive and uplifting to anyone and everyone… read more

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10 Feb 2018

Left by host for Workawayer (Fran)

Fran is really a nice persone and a wonderfull volunteer. She is always smiling and has a positive attitude in all the situation. She is proactive, hard worker and carefull to the details. She toke care of our littles plants with love ;)
She is friendly and respectous. The place where she was living, was always clean and organised. Moreover she… read more

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9 Feb 2018

Left by Workawayer (Fran) for host (Permaculture and organic ...)

I really enjoyed my time with Bru and Lulo, they are both friendly and welcoming people and the campground/ organic farm is beautiful. The work is varied and interesting and they encourage you to think of what you can contribute in addition to a range of daily tasks and activities that they have on the go. They are well organized and clear with… read more

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24 Jul 2017

Left by host (Volunteer at a language ...) for Workawayer (Fran)

Fran is a great person and did a remarkable work with us! She is 200% commited to her work and the students, taking the experience we provide for them to a whole new level! Thanks to her we dicideded to expand our project even more! She managed to inspire both our staff and students (not to mention our neighborhood!) to move forward and try harder… read more

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19 Jul 2017

Left by Workawayer (Fran) for host (Volunteer at a language ...)

I came for 2 weeks and stayed for 3 as it was so much fun meeting the students and spending time with all of them. Dangelo is a very friendly welcoming host and the set up with the school and the accommodation provides a nice balance between busyness when chatting with the students and down time in the suburban quiet of Sao Lucas. Dangelo has lots… read more

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