Health Care
Comfort Zone Camp is the nation’s largest bereavement camp, offering bereaved children the opportunity to remember their loved ones in a safe and healing camp environment.
Borei Hoshech - Borei Hoshech is a new blog that explores the weekday morning prayers in light of the contributors' personal experiences with depression and anxiety, complemented by an analysis of the traditional Jewish sources.
Halachic Organ Donor Society - The mission of the HOD Society is to save lives by encouraging organ donation from Jews to the general population (including non-Jews) by educating them about the different halachic and medical issues concerning organ donation.
Sharsheret - Linking young Jewish women in their fight against breast cancer.
Jewish Genetic Diseases – The JGDC is comprised of organizations sharing a common goal of combating Jewish genetic diseases.
Nefesh - NEFESH provides an opportunity and vehicle for mental health professionals, Rabbanim, and educators to network and collaborate.
Doctors Without Borders - Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international medical humanitarian organization working in nearly 60 countries to assist people whose survival is threatened by violence, neglect, or catastrophe.
Health Care Now - Healthcare-NOW's mission is to support the growing movement for a quality, national, single-payer, guaranteed, healthcare system for everybody in this country.
Help Fight Malaria - Buy mosquito nets for those in need to stop the spread of malaria.
Bikur Cholim Coordinating Council - Advocates for and helps facilitate the development of vibrant synagogue sponsored and community-based bikur cholim groups. Website has directory of Bikur Cholim groups as well.
Chai Lifeline - Through programs that address the emotional, social, and financial needs of seriously ill children, their families, and communities, Chai Lifeline restores normalcy to family life, and better enables families to withstand the crises and challenges of serious pediatric illness.
Dor Yeshorim - Prevention of Jewish genetic diseases.
Focus on Life - Focus on Life is a non-profit organization which supports the needs of individuals and families living with cancer and those facing blood or marrow transplants.
Yedei Chesed - Yedei Chesed advocates for the rights, choices and opportunities of people with developmental disabilities and assists them in attaining their rightfully deserved place in society.
Zichron Shloime – This is an organization dedicated to helping families who suffer from acute medical crisis, providing transportation, domestic assistance, financial aid, medical consultation, and a compassionate ear to those who are confused and terrified as they battle a devastating disease.
Rofeh International - The organization is dedicated to provide Medical Referral and Support Services to the needy. The organization assists the sick and their families with referrals, Hospitality & Kosher meals during their stay in Boston.
T.A.F.K.I.D. – Torah Alliance of Families of Kids with Disabilities provides families with support services, advocacy and referral services.
Yitty Leibel Hotline
Anonymous hotline under Orthodox Jewish auspices providing mental health services worldwide. (718) 435-7669
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