The Laibach-Hof is an old farmhouse with its origins in the 16th century which is close to the small town of Halle in westfalen. our property is situated in attractive natural surroundings and offers lots of space. Halle in westfalen has a population of approx 20,000 and is a busy commercial centre. The Laibach-Hofis in Halle-Bokel. This part of town is a smallfarming community and about 4 kms from Halle. Bus connections are infrequent. There is a good rail connection from Halle to Bielefeld (university, industry, leisure facilities).

The children, youths and young adults who live at the Laibach-Hof are well cared for by our specialist staff. One of our aims is to make our familiar area available for free and natural living. The international volunteers bring with them a treasure trove of intercultural experience which can be accessed by the inhabitants of the home if they are interested. To date the volunteers have always been a welcome source of learning. Additionally the volunteers can learn from us. We want to give young European volunteers an insight into anthroposophic remedial education. However the volunteers should also independently decide how and if they wish to learn during their time at the Laibach-Hof.
The volunteers live and work in one of the communes at the Laibach-Hof. They should accompany their charges and their colleagues throughout the day. In this it is not only the normal daily banalities such as laying tables or assisting with getting up etc but also help to create and organise leisure activities. The volunteers are fully integrated into group life and are accepted both by the employees and their charges as welcome partners who bring renewed energy and ideas into the community.

The volunteer should above all be open to working with young, disabled people. Previous experience is not necessary and it is more important that they are interested in the work and willing to get involved in this type of work. Communication is very important in our work. The volunteers should be receptive to the needs of our occupants and introduce their knowledge and experience from their homeland.

During an EVS problems could arise. In the practicethe strategy of solving smaller problems firstly in the project proved of value. The tutor as well as the closest colleagues play the most important role. By regular conversations between tutor and volunteer we are informed in time about the problems and can help to discuss them and give assistance. VIA e.V. interferes first of all by phone. If the problems become more complex a VIA - coordinator visits the hosting organisation and works as (neutral) mediator between volunteer and hosting organisation. At this time the sending organisation has been informed about the situation. In addition the German National Agency offers a professional accompaniment of the volunteers at the seminars.

http://ec.europa.eu/youth/evs/aod/hei_form_en.cfm?EID=6001693101