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Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund
49 Shmuel Barcay St.,
Tel Aviv, 6139201
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A Home To Return To – Elai Botner and the Outside Kids together with Zahal Disabled Veterans
A Home To Return To Elai Botner and the Outside Kids together with Zahal Disabled Veterans With Yom Hazikaron and Yom Ha’atzmaut fast approaching, Elai Botner and the Outside Kids […]
SPECIAL REPORT: We’re now their parents: hospital giving hope to wounded Israelis
Beit Halochem – ‘home of the warrior’ – holds deep significance for Israeli soldiers who’ve endured physical injury and trauma in the war in Gaza
The story of Rotem Inbar
Rotem Inbar – served as a combatant in the Special Recon Commando of the Nahal Infantry Brigade, served on the “Sufa” Outpost. He was wounded on October 7 when the […]
The story of Gilad Charolnikov
Gilad Charolnikov is 40 years old, father of four. They live in Beer Sheva. At the time of his injuries he was a Police officer, with the biker unit of […]
The story of Yosi Amzaleg
Yosi is 26 years old. He is single and lives in Beer Sheva. He was a fighter in the Police in the Negev BSM unit. On October 7, 2023, Yosi […]
The story of Sagi Elmaliach
Sagi Elmaliach is a 30 year old, single father of three. He lives in Beer Sheva and was a fighter in the BSM Negev Police. Sagi was shot three times […]
The story of Fasa Awizho
Fasa Awizho is 36 years old. He was born in Ethiopia and lives in Ofakim. He is married and has two children. He was a Police officer in the Yoav […]
The story of Yigal Zinger
Yigal Zinger is 43 years old. He is married and a father of four. They live in Beer Sheva. He was a fighter in the Police as part of the […]
The Story of Liam Spielman
The UAV may have shattered into pieces, but I did not!” Capt. (res.) Liam Spielman 26 years old from Netanya. He was a reserves officer in the Nahal Infantry Brigade. […]
Wounded vets from Israel and the UK test their mettle at 3rd annual Veterans Games
Melania Lidman. (31 May 2023). ‘THE TIMES OF ISRAEL. https://www.timesofisrael.com/wounded-vets-from-israel-and-the-uk-test-their-mettle-at-3rd-annual-veterans-games/amp/ The three-day event brings together more than 100 Israeli and British military veterans for an athletic competition, sightseeing, and a […]
The Fitness Hall Dedication Ceremony at Beit Halochem Beer Sheva
Thanks to a generous donation from the Krezner family, through the Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans, Beit Halochem USA, extensive renovations were carried out at the Fitness Hall at Beit […]
Inauguration of a Ninja Pool System at Beit Halochem Tel Aviv’s Hydrotherapy Pool.
Thanks to a generous donation of the Al Roadburg Foundation, through the Canadian Friends of Beit Halochem, (Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel, Beit Halochem Canada), a new and unique […]
Saul Feldberg z”l 1936-2023
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, Beit Halochem and the Fund mourn the death of Saul Feldberg, close friend and longtime supporter. Saul will always be remembered as an extraordinary […]
Israel Marches and Salutes the Wounded of Israel’s Wars and Hostilities
Like every year, the National Day of Appreciation for the Wounded of Israel’s Wars and Hostilities begins with extensive marches throughout the country, from the Dan River up North, to […]
Mission to Israel – April 23-30, 2023
EXCLUSIVE BEIT HALOCHEM MISSION HIGHLIGHTS: Our accompanying wounded veterans will inspire us with their courageous stories Commemorate Israel’s fallen at the official Yom Hazikaron (Memorial Day) ceremony at the Western […]
2019 Courage in Motion Bike Ride in Israel Sunday, October 27, 2019-Thursday, October 31, 2019
The scholarship distribution ceremonies were held during December at all ZDVO districts. 518 scholarships of academic and vocational training were awarded, as well as, pre academic preparatory course, in a total amount of NIS 2,228,265 (about $ 591,000) and 32 creative arts and culture scholarships in a total amount of NIS 75,000 (about $ 20,000).
Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem Wheelchair Basketball Team Win the 2019 State Cup
There was a huge turnout at last night’s State Cup Final. The crowds cheered as Beit Halochem Tel Aviv’s coached by Alon Dor On (MVP, 20 pts.), beat their rival “Ilan Ramat Gan” 67:56. Ilan Ramat Gan had been State Cup Champions for the past two years.
CONFERENCE: “ISRAEL’S SECURITY – BEIT HALOCHEM”
The scholarship distribution ceremonies were held during December at all ZDVO districts. 518 scholarships of academic and vocational training were awarded, as well as, pre academic preparatory course, in a total amount of NIS 2,228,265 (about $ 591,000) and 32 creative arts and culture scholarships in a total amount of NIS 75,000 (about $ 20,000).
CONFERENCE: “ISRAEL’S SECURITY – BEIT HALOCHEM”
The scholarship distribution ceremonies were held during December at all ZDVO districts. 518 scholarships of academic and vocational training were awarded, as well as, pre academic preparatory course, in a total amount of NIS 2,228,265 (about $ 591,000) and 32 creative arts and culture scholarships in a total amount of NIS 75,000 (about $ 20,000).
A group of 25 graduate students from NYU, visited Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem
The group of graduate students were in Israel on a ten day visit during which time they were studying the theme, Disability in a Global Context
Annual Scholarship Distribution Ceremony
The scholarship distribution ceremonies were held during December at all ZDVO districts. 518 scholarships of academic and vocational training were awarded, as well as, pre academic preparatory course, in a total amount of NIS 2,228,265 (about $ 591,000) and 32 creative arts and culture scholarships in a total amount of NIS 75,000 (about $ 20,000).
BRAZIL
Beit Halochem Brasill Sr. Avi Gelberg, Presidente Sra. Ana Iosif, Diretora Executiva Email: beithalochem.sp@gmail.com Web: www.zdvo.org/es Tel: +55-11-99122-9697
MEXICO
Amigos de Beit Halojem MéxicoEmail: beithalojemmexico@gmail.comWeb: www.zdvo.org/esSra. Raquel Liht, PresidentaTel: +52-5559891808
Celebration of Life concerts – Beit Halochem Canada
Celebration of Life showcases distinctive Israeli music and heroic stories of strength, determination and triumph.
20 wounded IDF veterans travel to Peru for post-army challenge
The veterans were injured in the Second Lebanon War, Operation Protective Edge and the latest terror wave.
Excelling Athletes Scholarships 2018
On Thursday evening, the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization distributed 79 Sports Scholarships to Excelling Athletes and Coaches totaling some NIS 500,000.
USA
FIDV-Beit Halochem 1133 Broadway, Suite 232 New York, NY 10010 Tel: 212.689.3220 Email: info@fidv.org Web: http://www.fidv.org
Wills/Estates & Legacies
Why is this important? ZDVO Beit Halochem helps 51,000 disabled veterans, their families, by providing a variety of individualized therapies, cultural and family activities, sports challenges, and scholarships for higher […]
Privacy Policy – ZDVF, Beit Halochem Tel Aviv
Terms and conditions for using the Site This website is the official site of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund (hereinafter: “the fund”), which enables the collection and raising of donations […]
Beit Halochem Be’er-Sheva
Beer Sheva’s Beit Halochem was opened in January 2011. It serves a community of more than 3,000 ZDVO members and their families at the Southern District.
Beit Kay Nahariya
Established in 1958, Beit Kay is a Rest and Recreation Center for Zahal’s disabled veterans and their families. It was built in the northern resort town of Nahariya on land […]
Beit Halochem Jerusalem
3,500 disabled veterans are currently enrolled at the Beit Halochem Jerusalem. Together with their families, the Center serves some 9,000 members.
Beit Halochem Haifa
Over 2,700 disabled veterans who live in the north make up the active membership in Beit Halochem Haifa, with a total of 6,500 participating members, families included.
Beit Halochem Tel Aviv
About 5,600 Zahal disabled veterans, living in the country’s central region, are active members of Beit Halochem Tel Aviv. Including their immediate families, the overall members comes to 14,000.
Beit Halochem Ashdod
The General Assembly of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization (the ZDVO’s governing body) approved the construction of a fifth Beit Halochem to be located in the City of Ashdod.
Noam Gershoni, a true Israeli Hero, lit one of 14 torches at the 70th Independence Day ceremony.
70 to Israel
Noam Gershoni was an Appache pilot
severely wounded in the Second Lebanon War,
a World Champion in Wheelchair Tennis from the 2012 London Paralympic Games,
will be one of the 14 torch lighters at the Mt. Herzl 70th Independence Day Anniversary ceremony.
Israel’s story of bravery – You will be riveted
70 to Israel
Israel Cohen was a regimental commander in the Fifth Brigade when he said goodbye to his family and went to war. His heroic story represents the story of our nation.
ZDVF Executive Director’s Message
There are many ways to support Israel, all of them reflect the same moral basis “hakarat Ha’Tov” – acknowledging the kindness received from another – recognizing the great virtue in […]
Young Veterans Club
One of the ZDVO’s highest priorities is to provide support and encouragement to its youngest members aged 18-35 by offering them a variety of programs.
Dance & Singing Troupes
Each Beit Halochem has at least one dance troupe. These are led by professional choreographers. The dance troupes are composed of men and women dancers …
Family Activities
With a view to enable the entire family to become active participants in their dear ones’ rehabilitation process, Beit Halochem Centers encourage family members to join …
Recreational Activities
The Bridge and Chess clubs at the Beit Halochem Centers are particularly active and their participants take part in various league competitions.
Occupational Therapy
At Beit Halochem workshops in diverse arts & crafts are offered. These include: painting, photography, film and video editing, sculpting, vitrage/fusing, papier-mâché, ceramics,…
Leisure
Members can fill their leisure hours at Beit Halochem with a wide array of enrichment programs through cultural activities and art.
Marine Sports
Sailing, Rowing, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddling all these take place either at sea or on the Yarkon River. Whether for leisure or competitive the equipment for these activities are purchased […]
Scholarships
For many of the war disabled, developing their academic skills and supporting them during their academic studies will enable them to obtain an education and provide them with the necessary […]
Fencing
Jerusalem’s Beit Halochem is the only place in the entire country where wheelchair fencing is found. Specialized equipment enables two wheelchair fencers to compete…
Individual Treatments
Unlike conventional physiotherapy and hydrotherapy treatments which combine use of diverse equipment coupled with a special exercise regimen and are…
Cycling
Hand bikes (for people who don’t have use of their lower limbs), Tandem bikes for the blind or for those who cannot pedal and cycle on their own …
Competitive Sports
Wheelchair Basketball, Table Tennis, Wheelchair Tennis , Volleyball, Goal Ball (the only team sport for blind), Badminton. Whether for leisure or eventually…
Fitness Center
The Fitness Rooms have equipment fitted for diverse disabilities; people in wheelchairs as well as the blind members are accommodated.
Alternative Treatments
In accordance with the holistic view whereby one shouldseek to offer as many avenues of rehabilitation as possible to our members, alternative treatments are…
Physiotherapy Centers
Beit Halochem’s Physiotherapy Center which treats a wide array of neurological, orthopedic and sports related injuries, is equipped with state of the art equipment.
Hydrotherapy Treatments
Special treatments in water have been recognized as an important and essential factor when treating people with severe injuries.
Rehabilitation Services
Your donation is needed for rehabilitation sports, occupational arts & crafts workshops and recreational services. These include: wheelchair basketball, swimming, hand cycling, wheelchair tennis, painting, sculpting…
Tools & Vital Equipment
Specialized, state of the art and custom made equipment is needed daily for the thousands of veterans being rehabilitated. For example: wheelchairs for various sport branches, tandem and hand bikes, […]
Archery
For both standing and wheelchair bound veterans archery is a sport of physical and mental strength. At Beit Halochem they train with the best coaches in the country…
UNITED KINGDOM
Beit Halochem UK Beit Halochem UK, Suite 3 One Bridge Lane, London NW11 0EA, England Email: info@bhuk.org Web: https://bhuk.org Tel :0208 458 2455
SWITZERLAND
Amis des Invalides de Tzahal Bet Halohem à Genève Email: info@aditg.org Die Organisation fuer Betreuung Israelischer Kriegsgeshaedigten (ISRAEL) Erlegatterway 5,8038 Zurich Tel: +41-1-482 9935, Fax:+41-1-226 8687
NETHERLANDS
Beit Halochem the Netherlands Nieuwendammerdijk 545 1023 BS AMSTERDAM Tel: +31 (0)20 358 2859, Fax:+31-20-471 51 45 Email: Info@bethhalochem.nl Web: http://www.bethhalochem.nl
ISRAEL – ZDVF MAIN OFFICE
ZDVF – Beit Halochem Address : 49 Shmuel Barcay St.,Afeka, P.O Box 39262 Tel Aviv 6139201, ISRAEL Tel : +972-3-646-1603 Fax : +972-3-642-0215 Email: zdvf@inz.org.il Web: https://zdvo.org
FRANCE
Association des Amis de Beit Halochem en France B.P. 148 — 93161–Noisy-LE-Grand Cedex Cell: 06 14 20 80 72 Email: habib.hubert@orange.fr Website: https://www.beit-halochem.fr
CANADA
Beit Halochem Canada – Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel (ADVI) 1600 Steeles Ave. West, Suite 219, Concord, Ontario L4K 4M2 Email: info@beithalochem.ca Web: http://www.beithalochem.ca Tel: +1-905-695 0611 Fax:+1-905-695 0612
AUSTRALIA
ZDVO Beit Halochem Australia P.O BOX 2133 Rose Bay North NSW 2029, Australia Email: zdvo@zdvo.com Web: http://www.zdvo.com Tel: +61- 416 179 622 / +61-413 647 642
ARGENTINA
Beit Halojem Argentina Sra. Berta Sutton, Presidenta Lic. Sergio Zigelbaum, Director Email: beithalojemargentina@gmail.com Web: https://zdvo.org/es Tel: +54-911-5638-2412; +54-911-6887-8794
INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS
To promote its vital work and assist the ZDVO in raising the necessary funds, the ZDVF has set up a network of Friends’ Organizations in the following countries: Canada, USA, […]
A “Second Home” – Beit Halochem Centers
Beit Halochem is a unique rehabilitation, sports and recreation center serving disabled veterans and their families. It provides a place where the disabled undergo the various treatments, which they need […]
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund (ZDVF)
The State of Israel cannot cope with the many needs of the disabled veterans in their long rehabilitation process. To be able to raise the necessary funds to answer these […]
The ZDVO
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO) is a registered non-profit organization, established in the wake of the War of Independence (1949), with the purpose of providing the 3,400 disabled veterans […]
Building a Fifth Center
In order to provide a much needed and long overdue solution to 7,000 disabled veterans living in the Southern Coastal Region, a fifth Beit Halochem is being built in the […]
Shooting
Fully electronic Olympic ranges are found at the Beit Halochem centers, using air rifles and air pistols both free standing, wheelchair bound veterans and even…
Chag Passover sameach from Beit Halochem
Pessach, is celebrated to mark the liberation of Bnei Israel.
In fact, it represents the birth of the Jewish nation.
Pessach has several names, each represent it’s true spirit:
Feast of the Matzot, Feast of the Spring and Feast of Freedom.
She willingly gave up her leg to get her life back! Saluting Einat Malka, a Zahal disabled SUPERWoman!
International Women’s Day 2018! Delivery pain was nothing compared to the pain in her leg, Her baby daughter and she learned to walk together, She is a triathlete and a […]
Can you imagine a wheelchair dancer who can fly? Saluting Maytal Wax, a disabled SUPERWoman!
International Women’s Day 2018!
Maytal was critically wounded when a suicide bomber blew up in Tel Aviv. Her body was burned and mangled, she lost her leg, but found the courage to regain her life!
President Reuven Rivlin meets disabled veteran cyclists in Jerusalem.
President Reuven Rivlin is often seen at official events with one of his grandchildren in tow. He holds the youngster’s hand as if leading him to yet another experience in the category of seeing is believing.
Annual Scholarship Distribution Ceremony
460 Academic and Vocational Training Scholarships totaling $606.000 USD were distributed and 36 Artists Scholarships were distributed totaling $26,000USD
The story of Yehuda Perci
During Operation Pillar of Defense, Yehuda Perci was serving in the IDF Givati Brigade. He was wounded by a missile and lost his eyesight. However, Yehuda continues to live his life as an ordinary person thanks to the help from the Zahal (IDF) Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO).
Unbelievable Rescue Under Fire
Yiftach was sent with his tank to rescue 11 wounded fighters from their tank in Egyptian territory.
From London to the Battlefield
Yoel Sharon a Paratroopers reserves officer, was studying film in London when the 1973 Yom Kippur War broke out. He flew back home to fight in the war, was wounded in the Sinai and remained a paraplegic. He became a staunch advocate of sports for disabled.
New President to Friends of ZDVO in Argentina
Mrs. Berta Sutton, President of the newly formed Amigos de la Organización de discapacitados de Tzahal en Argentina visited Jerusalem’s Beit Halochem for the first time.
Courage in Motion Celebrates 10th Anniversary
85 cyclists from Canada and the USA alongside 85 Zahal Disabled Veterans, cycling on hand bikes, tandem bikes and road bikes, spent a fabulous 5 days cycling along the northern roads of Israel, from the Sea of Galilee to the Golan Heights.
Dear JARED
Dear Jared, when I heard that you donated your Bar Mitzvah money for the benefit of my studies, they tricked me to tears, what a child you are, what education you received, what an amazing family you are and how strong we are, how we are a nation that knows how to care for each other.
Israeli blind bowler wins world championship
Shlomi Lazmy pioneered 10-pin bowling for the blind in Israel. He took first place in the 2017 International Blind Sports Federation event in Japan.
First International Partners Networking Session
The ZDVF hosted the First International Partners Networking Session held in Israel between July 2-6, 2017.
Dear +++++ Foundation
One month after my wedding, I was severely wounded in the legs and the back during training of the Israel Ministry of Defense. Because of this injury I was denied the ability to continue work and earning a salary so I had to study a new profession that suites my current limitations and disability.
Speech for ZDVO Tefillah
As most of you know I recently celebrated my Bar Mitzvah. Many of us celebrating our barmitzvah are involved the Matanah project – where we choose to donate money from our bar mitzvah presents to a charity that is important to us. I chose ZDVO for my matanah.
Barak Nedveski’s, representative of ZDVO’s scholarship recipients 2013
I served in the Military at the Naval Computer Center, on a base located in Ramat Gan. I’m sure you are all wondering how a soldier, who served in Ramat Gan, ends up as a disabled veteran. It’s simple. One morning, 18 years ago, luck was not on my side as I ascended a bus in Ramat Gan which was exploded just 5 minutes later by a suicide bomber.
Beit Halochem Runners and Cyclists Conquer Berlin
Beit Halochem Runners and Cyclists Conquer Berlin
Annual BHUK Fundraising Dinner
450 guests attended Beit Halochem’s 6th annual dinner at The Dorchester on 17 May 2017. The evening raised in excess of £1 Million. Two Beit Halochem veterans and a mother of a veteran, spoke movingly throughout the evening about the impact that their injuries had had on their lives, their experiences at Beit Halochem and subsequent rehabilitation.
Six Day War veterans raising funds to build rehab facility for disabled soldiers
There is a select group of soldiers in the history of Israel’s ongoing existential struggle who either gave their lives or became disabled fighting to ensure its survival. The mission of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization is to rehabilitate and help return the nation’s tens of thousands of wounded soldiers to a stable, fruitful life.
Sports Scholarships Distribution Ceremony
In a moving ceremony at Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem, 88 Scholarships totaling $145,000 USD (NIS 536,500) were distributed yesterday to excelling athletes and coaches
Members of the House of Lords Visited Jerusalem’s Beit Halochem
Members of the House of Lords Visited Jerusalem’s Beit Halochem
A Very Special Homage to Zahal Disabled Veterans
At a moving ceremony which took place yesterday at Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem, 160 members of the ZDVO were the happy recipients of a motorized scooter, donated by Dr. Miriam and Sheldon Adelson through the Friends of the ZDVO in Israel.
Israel Minister of Defence Avigdor Lieberman honors Zahal Disabled Veterans
Avigdor Lieberman recently met with Roni Gozlan, a former Border Policeman from Jerusalem who lost both his legs when the suicide bomber he threw himself upon, blew himself up.
With You and Thanks to You – The 2016 Annual Recognition Day Honoring Zahal Disabled Veterans and Victims of Terror
In anticipation of the 2016 Recognition Day Honoring Zahal Disabled Veterans and Victims of Terror, Chen Gusler, a song writer and director wrote a beautiful song and Israeli singer/songwriter Amir Benayoun recorded it together with two Zahal Disabled Veterans Gadi Ephraimov (wounded in Operation Protective Edge, suffering from PTSD) and Rami Amar (wheelchair bound, wounded during a combat mission in Nablus).
Amazing achievements of our Athletes in Recent International and Local Competitions
Amazing achievements of our Athletes in Recent International and Local Competitions
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization Academic Scholarship Project
In moving ceremonies which took place in December at the five Districts of the organization, a total of 395 Academic and Arts and Crafts Scholarships, were awarded totaling some NIS […]
4 Medals for Beit Halochem Wheelchair Dancers at the 2016 European Championship
4 Medals for Beit Halochem Wheelchair Dancers at the 2016 European Championship
Zahal Disabled Veteran Zohar Sharon, won First Place at the ISPS Handa World Blind Golf Championship.
This was the sixth consecutive world championship title for Zohar who, together with his caddy and coach Shimshon Levy, participated in the recent event which took place at the Shinrinkouen Golf Club, Saitama Prefecture, Japan.
Courage in Motion Bike Ride Took Place for the Ninth Consecutive Year
Over the years – this was the ninth edition of the annual event – the ride has left Canadian participants
with some deep and enduring impressions
Shlomo Lazmi Wins Bronze in Tenpin Bowling World Championship
Blind veteran Shlomo Lazmi (Tel Aviv’s Beit Haloachem) took part in the IBSA (International Blind Sport Association) Tenpin Bowling Singles World Championship which took place on August 23rd.
“Kids of Courage” Brings Joy to Bar/Bat Mitzvah Children
In July, Beit Halochem Canada brought 42 bar and bat mitzvah aged Israeli children for camp in Canada. These “Kids of Courage” and their three counselors each have a parent who is an Israeli veteran with a severe disability (70% or more) and member of one of the four Beit Halochem centres in Israel.
Youths from Montreal, visit Beersheva’s Beit Halochem As part of cooperation between the cities of Montreal and Beersheva
Youths from Montreal, visit Beersheva’s Beit Halochem As part of an ongoing program of cooperation between the cities of Montreal and Beersheva
The Road to Rio 2016 – ZDVO & Beit Halochem Paralympic Team
The Road to Rio – ZDVO and Beit Halochem Members of Israel’s Paralympic Team
Dedication: The Christine Richardson Memorial Children’s Playground at Beit Halochem Tel Aviv
On July 3, 2016, a new children’s playground was dedicated at Beit Halochem Tel Aviv. Underwritten by The Martin and Sandra Weinstein Family Foundation.
Beit Halochem UK raises £900,000 at their annual dinner for new Rehabilitation Centre in Ashdod
Beit Halochem UK raises £900,000 at their annual dinner for new Rehabilitation Centre in Ashdod
The New Paralympic Aquatic Rehabilitation Complex at Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem has Opened to the Public
The New Paralympic Aquatic Rehabilitation Complex at Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem has Opened to the Public
A Special Wedding Proposal for a Disabled Veteran
This moment was by far the highlight of the inspiring, emotional and sold-out Beit Halochem Canada Celebration of Life Concert on June 9: an onstage marriage proposal.
Three unforgettable events
The first was a Golf Day held at Hartsbourne Golf & Country Club in aid of the charity. 80 keen golfers raised a staggering £60,000K for two special ‘Para golfer’ machines which allow disabled soldiers to play.
The Annual Solidarity Mission of Beit Halochem Canada Visited Israel
The Annual Solidarity Mission of Beit Halochem Canada Visited Israel
Canada’s Ambassador to Israel, Visited Beit Halochem
Amb. Vivian Bercovici, has served as Canada’s Ambassador to Israel since 2014. Haim Bar, Chairman of ZDVO, recently had the pleasure to host her on her first visit to Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem. During the visit she met with some of the members of the ZDVO and Beit Halochem
The Miami Chapter of FIDV Beit Halochem launches its activities
The Friends of ZDVO and Beit Halochem in Miami, established recently by Tzippy Faye Holand, Avi Samuel, Rafi Blum, Michael Dezer and friends, has become a reality. Last week the Florida Chapter launched its activities with an event for the benefit of the “Beit Halochem Ashdod Project”.
“Tiberias Marathon” for the Benefit of ZDVO/Beit Halochem
Scholarship award ceremonies took place during December 2014 in all five ZDVO districts. We were able to distribute 517 academic and art scholarships for a total amount of NIS 2,527,000 ($648,000 USD). The scholarships are awarded individually and bear the name of the donor or the designated name of a loved one according to the donor’s wishes.
Academic Scholarships Distributed to Zahal Disabled Veterans 2014-2015
Academic Scholarships Distributed to Zahal Disabled Veterans 2014-2015
Chief of Staff of the IDF Lt. Gen. Gadi Eizenkot visited Beit Halochem
In honor of the National Recognition Day for Zahal Disabled Veterans and Victims of Terror, the IDF’s Chief of Staff Lieutenant General Gadi Eizenkot, together with Commander of Manpower Directorate General Hagai Tupolianski and Colonel Yaffa Moore, Head of the IDF’s Casualties Division, visited Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem.
Despite the Security Situation, “Courage in Motion 2015” was launched
Despite the Security Situation, “Courage in Motion 2015” was launched
Young Leaders Fall Kickoff Event
Close to 400 young men and women came out on a rainy night to support Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans and the heroic warriors wounded while protecting Israel during Operation Protective Edge last year. Sponsored and coordinated by the Young Leaders Committee, this event introduced FIDV and Beit Halochem to many of the guests for the first time.
Moran Samuel clinches right to represent Israel in Rio; goes for Worlds medal
Moran Samuel secured her place at the Rio 2016 Paralympics on Wednesday, advancing to the final of the arms-shoulders single scull 1,000-meter competition at the World Rowing Championships in Aiguebelette, France.
Israel sent the largest delegation ever to the 2015 IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport World Cup – St. Petersburg
Israel sent the largest delegation ever to the 2015 IPC Wheelchair Dance Sport World Cup – St. Petersburg
Between Darkness and Light
When I stepped into the office of Danny Layani, Assistant to the Chairman of the Jerusalem District of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, he was sitting across from his computer working energetically. “Hold on! You’ve gotta be kidding me”, I said without introducing myself. “I was told I was coming to interview a blind fellow”.
The Story of Dudi Saido
Up until the morning of August 11, 2003, Saido was just an ordinary guy: 24 yrs. old, living with his parents in Ariel, planning to rent his own place in Jerusalem, not far from his work place, planning to propose to his girlfriend of the past year and mostly: a tough man, eldest brother to his five brothers and sisters. But then, fate intervened
Moving Bar Mitzvah Gift Received at ZDVO
From Australia with love: A very moving donation was received recently at the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization from a young lad from Sydney who decided to donate his Bar Mitzvah gifts – for the benefit of wounded soldiers. “They defend Israel, they deserve it”, he explained his decision.
Rowing Towards His Goal
During Operation Protective Edge he lost his leg, but Ron Halevi (21 yrs.) from Kibbutz Gesher in the north doesn’t give up* After a long and difficult rehabilitation process he went back to Kayaking and will soon be taking part in the World Championship for Disabled in Italy* “I live a normal life and don’t think about my injury”
Beit Halochem Canada hosts 38 ‘Kids of Courage’
Beit Halochem Canada, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel, is excited to announce that in Summer 2015 we welcomed 38 bar and bat mitzvah aged Israeli children of disabled veterans from Beit Halochem Israel.
Germany’s Open Golf Championship – Shlomo Ivgy takes first place
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization Golf Team, which operates under the responsibility Haifa’s Beit Halochem, brought great pride and honor to the ZDVO and Beit Halochem.
Beit Halochem UK Held Successful Annual Gala Dinner
More than 350 guests of Beit Halochem UK helped raise a staggering £820,000 for disabled IDF veterans and their families. The day was Wednesday, the venue was The Dorchester and the speakers were highlyesteemed, including Lord (Danny) Finkelstein, Israeli Ambassador Daniel Taub and top lawyer Anthony Julius.
Beit Halochem Canada’s Celebration of Life 2015
Celebration of Life 2015 honoured four designated heroes from Operation Protective Edge, who were wounded and who appeared in videos as well as in person to standing ovations: Sergeant Sariel Teper, Lt. Colonel (Res.) Alon Vollozny, Captain (Res.) Ofir Anidjar and civilian Nati Hakshur.
Itai Erenlib Won the Polish Wheelchair Tennis Championship
At the singles finals, Paralympic wheelchair tennis player Itai Erenlib beat his Italian opponent and at the couples finals, together with Patrick Ben Oliel beat the Italian and British couple. He may win the ticket to the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games.
The 16th Annual Wexler Bridge Tournament was held at Israel’s four Beit Halochem Centers
On Friday, June 26th, 2015 the 16th Annual Wexler Bridge Tournament was held at Israel’s four Beit Halochem Centers in Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Haifa and Beer Sheva. This year’s tournament had 444 participants (222 pairs) – a new record!
Impressive Achievements for our Athletes
Israel wheelchair tennis player Itai Erenlib, member of Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem, together with his Swedish partner, won the 1st Place in a South Korea competition. Paralympic Silver Medalist Kobi Leon, member of Tel Aviv Beit Halochem’s riding club, won the Bronze Medal at one of the World Cup Tournament circuit competitions held in Switzerland.
Israeli paralympic rower Moran Samuel wins gold medal at World Cup
Samuel made history by not only shattering her own personal record, but she also broke the Israeli record while defeating the reigning world champion, Norwegian rower Birgit Skarstein.
Sports Achievements Update
Koby Leon, Israeli Paralympic Silver Medalist (London 2012) and a member of the Hand Bike Team of Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem, won the Gold Medal at the World Circuit Tournament competition.Doron Shaziri won the Gold Medal at the Germany Open Competition and secured his Place at the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games,
Sally and Morris Justein Sport Complex Inaugurated
On Wednesday, April 29 a moving ceremony took place at Jerusalem’s Beit Halochem. It was the inauguration of the ‘Sally and Morris Justein Sport Complex’.
Beit Halochem Canada Solidarity Mission to Israel Led by Toby and Saul Feldberg
The annual solidarity mission organized by Beit Halochem Canada, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel visited Israel between April 20-30, 2015. Led by President of Beit Halochem Canada Toby Feldberg and her husband Saul Feldberg, and organized by Lisa Levy,
Amnon Sharon in a moving interview for the Jerusalem Post
Amnon Sharon endured harrowing torture after falling into Syrian captivity being captured in the Yom Kippur War. Today, his message is: Do not pity yourself, you can get out of any situation.
Recovering US veterans meet IDF counterparts
A delegation of 13 American veterans dealing with PTSD and wounds inflicted in battle are in Israel for a 10-day visit, meeting with Israeli veterans.The former US servicemen arrived on a visit organized by the Heroes to Heroes Foundation, an American veteran support organization, and came to the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization – Beit Halochem rehabilitation center in Tel Aviv on Monday.
For the First Time Ever: Israeli Wheelchair Dancer Appears in Local German Musical Production
For the First Time Ever: Israeli Wheelchair Dancer Appears in Local German Musical Production
Young Leaders FIDV Beit Halochem USA hosted Noam Gershony at their first successful Winter Gala event
On January 29th, 2015, the FIDV Young Leadership Board hosted its First Annual Winter Gala. With over 570 guests at the beautiful Tribeca Rooftop, it was certainly a night to remember all in support of Israel’s wounded veterans.
FIDV Outreach in Florida
Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans held a series of outreach events in South Florida from December 17 – 19, 2014. FIDV brought distinguished guest speaker Micha Koubi, whose background includes work in the Special Operations Unit, Prime Minister’s Office, Israel, Chief Interrogator of Sheikh Ahmed Yassin.
David Azrieli visited Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem
David Azrieli visited Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem
Scholarship Award Ceremonies
Scholarship award ceremonies took place during December 2014 in all five ZDVO districts. We were able to distribute 517 academic and art scholarships for a total amount of NIS 2,527,000 ($648,000 USD). The scholarships are awarded individually and bear the name of the donor or the designated name of a loved one according to the donor’s wishes.
Wheelchair Dancers Gal Cucuy and Nahum (Humi) Prital win Barcelona Dance Competition
Wheelchair Dancers Gal Cucuy and Nahum (Humi) Prital win Barcelona Dance Competition
Festive Inaugural Event for Beer Sheva’s Beit Halochem
Festive Inaugural Event for Beer Sheva’s Beit Halochem
Ofer Varfel
In these very moments, Ofer can be found in the middle of a jeep tour in South Africa, together with two of his best friends from the army. Sounds pretty ordinary, doesn’t it? Ofer was declared to be paralyzed 100+ percent from the waist down after being injured while protecting his teammates in Nablus in July 2004.
Izzy Ezagui
It was a tense, highly stress-filled afternoon. Izzy Ezagui and his seven buddies in the Haruv Kfir unit of the Israel Defense Forces, were in a tent by the Gaza border this past January, during Operation Cast Lead — the War in Gaza.
Matan’s Bionic Leg
When the Second Intifada broke out, Matan’s unit was sent to the Gaza Strip. There he encountered areas filled with explosive devices and booby traps. One of those devices went off, wounding him severely and killing three of his friends.
