Celebrating our Diversity

Israel Elwyn is in Haifa.

17 hours ago

We were delighted to once again welcome Jane Strauss, a member of the Board of Directors of Israel Elwyn, this time together with her son, Rafi, for a visit to our programs in the Haifa area.

Jane, who is visiting Israel from the United States, is also a well-known community advocate in the field of self-advocacy, working to advance the rights, inclusion, and voices of people with disabilities.

We began the morning by visiting our service recipients who work at the Rami Levy branch in Haifa’s Check Post area. From there, we continued to meet additional service recipients working at Shemo Bakery in Kiryat Haim, and concluded the visit at Israel Elwyn’s Beresin Center in Haifa.

It is always especially meaningful for us to welcome our Board members to our programs, giving them an opportunity to meet our service recipients and staff and experience firsthand our daily work and its impact.

Thank you, Jane, for your ongoing commitment, partnership, and support of our work to build a more inclusive and equitable society, and to Rafi for joining us for this special day. 💙 ... See MoreSee Less

Israel Elwyn

5 days ago

Independence also means feeling part of the community 💙

How do we learn to live independently in the community? By getting to know it, connecting with it, and learning how to access the services it offers.

As part of the monthly community gathering of our Independent Living in the Community Support Program in Shfaram, participants learned about services and opportunities for becoming more involved in their community, as part of their journey toward independent living based on personal choice.

We also hosted the Israel Police for an engaging and educational session. Participants learned about the role of the police, asked questions, and gained important knowledge about safety and fire prevention.

Israel Elwyn's Independent Living in the Community Support Program supports people with disabilities on their journey toward independent living by developing life-management skills, helping them exercise their rights, strengthening connections to the community, and supporting them in pursuing their personal choices and aspirations.

The program operates in partnership with the Ministry of Welfare and Social Affairs and local authorities.

Because independence doesn't mean doing everything alone. It means having the tools and support that enable each person to choose what they want their life to look like.

Thank you to our participants, the program director, our support team, and the Israel Police for another meaningful step on the journey toward independent living in the community. ... See MoreSee Less

Israel Elwyn

3 weeks ago

Sometimes, home is simply being together. ❤️
There are moments that don’t need much of an explanation:
It’s enough to see a family traveling from afar just to spend time together.

A resident's smile as they reunite with the people they love.
A team being thanked after a year of dedication.
And a drum circle where everyone is carried away by the same rhythm.

That was the spirit of our Family Evening at Israel Elwyn’s Supported Living Services in Jerusalem.
Families came from across the country to dance, drum, laugh, take photos, enjoy ice cream and refreshments, and most importantly, enjoy each other's company.

One meaningful moment came when Osnat Kabilio, Chair of the Parents' Committee, took the opportunity to thank our staff with a thoughtful gift, recognizing their commitment: not only throughout the year, but also during times of crisis.
And amid the celebration, we were reminded once again of what truly matters: our Supported Living Services don't just provide a place to sleep at night.

They provide our residents with a community of residents, families, National Service volunteers, and staff, all working together to create a true sense of belonging, security, and home.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and made this evening one we'll carry in our hearts. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less