Supporting People with Special Needs
In addition, it is subsidizing hydrotherapy for 100 residents of Sha’ar Hanegev who have physical disabilities and chronic illnesses. In conjunction with the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, JFC-UIA is funding workshops, trips and challenging outdoor activities for wounded IDF veterans. It is also funding the participation of three wounded soldiers in a special rehabilitative trip to India, together with other disabled veterans.
elderly people
Day-trips Special Program
40 Children
ADHD
UJA Toronto is also funding a special program for 40 children in Sha’ar Hanegev who have severe ADHD, for whom any change in routine can be extremely unsettling. The program strengthens educational, social and functional skills.
250
100
residents
The constant security threat has exacerbated the vulnerability of the elderly living in the line of fire, increasing their isolation and anxiety. To relieve loneliness, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto is funding outings and day-trips for 250 elderly people from Sderot and Sha’ar Hanegev.
hydrotherapy
outdoor activities