Children with Special Needs: What you Need to Know
Process. It is a word commonly heard during both pre and post Aliyah. Navigating the world of special needs in a new country is a process and can be overwhelming. It is hard not to compare systems, availabilities of services and ease of access when immigrating from one country to another. Knowing where to turn and necessary steps to take to ensure that your child receives the services he/she needs prior to your Aliyah will help you set expectations and most of all, give a sense of security upon your Aliyah.
Finding the Right Program for Individuals with Disabilities – A Personal Story
The following account was written by Laureen Sussman, who made Aliyah with an adult son with special needs, in 2007. [...]
Government Offices Assisting Disabled Individuals
According to the Israeli Law of Equal Rights, the State of Israel has a responsibility to ensure that people with [...]
Organizations That Provide Services for Disabilities
The following is a list of organizations in Israel that provide services and support for children and adults with specific disabilities
Navigating the Special Education System
Thank you to Ziva Shapiro, occupational therapist, for her professional contributions to this article. Gan Safa, Vaadat Hasama, Kita Mikademet [...]
Effective Parent Advocacy for Your Child with Learning Disabilities
Guest Contributor: Gayle Shimoff, MA, Learning Disabilities and Reading Specialist There are many children in Israel who struggle with [...]
