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Health Benefits

Leaflet Sections

1 The Volunteer Development Worker Scheme
2 Who is considered a Volunteer Development Worker (VDW)?
3 What is a Developing Country?
4 How do I qualify for 'VDW Credits'?
5 Is there a limit to the length of time for which I can qualify for 'VDW Credits'?
6 What can I claim if I have been awarded 'VDW Credits'?
7 What if I am a Public Servant paying modified Social Insurance (PRSI Classes B, C, or D)?

8 Career Breaks
9 How do I apply?
10 What should I do when I get home?
11 Health Benefits
12 Where can I get more information?

For information on Health Benefits while working abroad as a VDW, contact your local office of the Health Service Executive or the Department of Health and Children at (01) 635 4000.

Last Updated: 23/11/2011 12:19

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