As the ongoing strife in southern Israel continues, the Volunteer and Special Needs Division of Keren Kayemeth LeIsrael – Jewish National Fund (KKL-JNF) has created a series of programs within apartments and sheltered housing for individuals with special needs who, due to the war, are unable to leave their homes.
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Programs include board games produced by KKL-JNF, discussion groups to share emotions and thoughts in order to encourage hope at times of uncertainty.
Up until now, KKL-JNF's efforts have primarily focused on Jerusalem and Kfar Saba, catering to the special needs community. However, in the coming days, they are set to expand to various locations across the country.
"In the wake of the conflict, the Jewish National Fund is extending its reach across the nation to serve those in need," KKL-JNF Chairwoman Ifat Ovadia-Lusky said. "Under normal circumstances, individuals with special needs engage in tailored daytime activities. Yet, since the outbreak of the war, they've been unable to leave their sheltered housing. Our teams enter these apartments, wishing to create moments of routine and normality in the midst of this emergency situation that Israel is facing. KKL-JNF is actively preparing to extend its outreach to additional locations nationwide."
