Motivações da prática voluntária da fundadora da Casa de Apoio de Venda Nova do Imigrante-ES

Abstract

This study aimed to identify the motivations behind the volunteer practice of the founder of the Casa de Apoio in a city in the interior of the state of Espírito Santo, who has been carrying out individual volunteer work in her home for five years, and the perception of the guests who benefit from this practice. This is a qualitative study, in the form of a life story, developed in the city of Venda Nova do Imigrante. Data collection took place between July 17 and 26, 2024, through open interviews, in the aforementioned city, using data recording through a field diary and audio recording. The data resulting from the research were examined according to the content analysis proposed by Bardin. The project was approved by the Research Ethics Committee of the Federal University of the Southern Frontier under number CAAE 78089924.3.0000.5564. Data analysis resulted in two categories: the founder of the home, her motivations and structural aspects, and impressions of health professionals working in the ICU and of a companion welcomed at the Support Home. Life experiences and the religious/spiritual dimension were the main motivations for volunteering.