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Help me renovate my old family houses around San Juan, Puerto Rico

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  2025 

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    **Hey guys! 👋**

    I’m **Alicia en Oz**, an urban artist based in **Puerto Rico**.
    For the past 16 years, I’ve traveled the world, staying in all kinds of places and collecting beautiful experiences along the way.

    Now that I’m finally back home, I’m focused on **transforming and bringing life back** to my family’s old, abandoned houses — turning them into colorful, cozy spaces full of art, books, and good vibes. 🌈

    Our homes are located in **Santurce, Bayamón, and Maunabo**.
    The **Maunabo house** sits on three acres of land surrounded by mango, breadfruit, avocado, and plantain trees — and who knows what else! You’re always welcome to explore. 🍃 There’s a simple wooden house there where volunteers can stay.

    We’re currently looking for **Workawayers with construction and cleaning experience.** We do short **video interviews via WhatsApp** before confirming placements.

    Our program works by **daily tasks**, which we monitor together.
    We provide **private rooms**, **lunch Monday–Friday**, and **basic groceries** for breakfast and dinner. If you’d like, we can also help plan your free time to explore different parts of the island. 🌴

    We also founded the WhatsApp group **Volunteer Island Crew of PR**, which connects volunteers across the San Juan area — **Santurce, Miramar, Condado, and beyond!**
    If you’re volunteering in Puerto Rico (with me or another host), feel free to join and connect with others:

    👉 [Volunteer Island Crew PR Group]()

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    ### ⚠️ Important Info About This Workaway

    To make sure everyone has a great experience, please read carefully:

    • This project is best for **experienced and independent volunteers.**
    If this is your *first Workaway, first time abroad, or first time living alone*, this may not be the right fit.

    • **Minimum age:** 25 (we make some exceptions). Couples are welcome! 💑
    • You must have a **U.S. visa** to enter Puerto Rico. We don’t provide work visas.
    • You should speak **English or Spanish.**
    • You’ll stay in one main location, and we provide transportation between houses (7–18 minutes apart).
    • The Maunabo house is on the other side of the island — you can stay there for a few days or a weekend while working.
    • **Minimum stay:** 2 weeks (can be extended).
    • Once confirmed, please notify us at least **one week in advance** if you need to cancel or change your arrival date.
    No-shows will be marked on your profile.
    • We can refer you to other volunteer projects around Puerto Rico — beaches, mountains, or community programs.
    • Couples share one room with a full bed; if you prefer separate rooms, apply individually.

    After acceptance, we’ll send you our **arrival message, rules, and agreements** via inbox.
    You’ll need to review and agree to them before joining.

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    **Take care, and hope to meet you soon! 💛**
    *Ali (Alicia en Oz)* 🎨

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Art Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Help around the house
    General Maintenance
    Help with Computers/ Internet
  • Interests

    Interests

    Cooking & food
    Movies & TV
    Events & social
    Culture
    Performing arts
    Drawing & painting
    Books
    Art & design
    Fitness
    Dancing
    Cycling
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Free acomodation, free internet, basic groceries, sometimes we cook:), we have a few bycicles and tents (free for volunteers)

  • Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage

    This host offers accommodation and payment.

  • Help

    Help

    Painting, Organizing, Gardening, Cleaning, Flipling rooms, Planting and weeding, Mowing the lawn,Carpentry, Helping neighbors with projects etc

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    We provide a private room (full or twin bed) with shared bathroom in a house located in Santurce. You will be living in a communal environment so we ask to be respectful of others and the space.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Its a tropical island and you will be staying in a private (o shared) room for free!

    Beaches, museums, street art, theathers, old san juan is less than 30 min away (by bicycle or car).

    Here in Puerto Rico everyday is a perfect day to go to the beach. It's always sunny, the ocean is a pretty clear blue and the water is warm.

    There are kite surfing, snorkeling, sightseeing, shopping, camping, salsa concerts, reggaeton, la placita bars, paint, surf, the rainforrest, take a ferry to Vieques and check out the bioluminescense bay or just enjoy the beach.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • Can host digital nomads

    Can host digital nomads

    Yes. We have high speed internet.

  • Space for parking camper vans

    Space for parking camper vans

    This host can provide space for campervans.

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    More than two

  • My animals / pets

    My animals / pets

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The image depicts two individuals posing in front of a vibrant mural on a building, surrounded by construction cones and a green wall with a window and doorway.
The image depicts the front of a small, light blue house with peeling paint, featuring a window with metal bars and a door with a metal grate.
The image depicts a small, one-story house with a vibrant exterior featuring pink, purple, and orange hues, surrounded by lush greenery and a ladder leaning against the wall.
A person is standing on a ladder, hanging a green plant or tree branch in front of a wall, with a white wall and floor in the background.
The image depicts a kitchen with white cabinets and countertops, featuring a sink, stove, and refrigerator, set against a light-colored wall with a window and a doorway leading to another room.
The image depicts a serene beach scene with a sandy shore, palm trees, and a tranquil ocean under a blue sky with white clouds.
The image shows a vibrant mural on a building, featuring a colorful design with a prominent tree and a body of water, surrounded by greenery and a clear sky.
A person sits on a bamboo raft in a lush jungle setting, gazing at the sun setting behind a mountain range through the trees.
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The image depicts a room with a table and chairs, featuring a bookshelf in the background. The room is well-lit, with a large window on the left side of the image. The walls are white, and the floor is made of wood.
The image depicts a person enjoying a meal outdoors, with a dog nearby, featuring a plate of rice, avocado, and lemon, set against a lush green background.
The image depicts a serene waterfall scene, with lush greenery surrounding the rocky terrain and people enjoying the water in the foreground and background.
The image depicts a group of people gathered around a table, engaged in a lively discussion, with some individuals gesturing and others listening intently, conveying a sense of collaboration and communication.
The image depicts a room with green walls, a wooden table, and a staircase leading to another room, featuring a brown tablecloth and various items on the table.
The image depicts a small bedroom with a single bed, a desk, and a window, featuring a blue wall and a brown rug on the floor.
The image depicts a small room with a bed, fan, and mirror, featuring green walls and a plaid bedspread, with a doorway leading to another room in the background.

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