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Aug 6, 2024

Federation-Funded Shields of Resilience Supports IDF Soldiers’ Mental Health

Federation is addressing the national mental health crisis in Israel through a first-of-its-kind program to protect Israel Defense Force soldiers against PTSD. Through Shields of Resilience, a major mental health initiative created by the organization Thank Israeli Soldiers, IDF members are learning grounding tools and coping mechanisms to help them transition on and off the battlefield. With a $600,000 Federation allocation and support from additional partners, the program will treat 125,000 combat soldiers, both active and reserve, through 620 facilitators working at retreats in six locations throughout Israel. According to a psychological consultant at the University of Haifa, if mental health goes untreated, eight to 15 percent of IDF soldiers will not work, will not function well as partners or parents, and will suffer terribly. The goal is to not only return soldiers to their lives, but also to ensure their ability to lead Israel long after the war is over. Priority is given to combat units, including those who have suffered broken chain of command, casualties or wounded soldiers.

Community Bomb Shelters

Community Bomb Shelters

Neighborhoods are bombarded by Hezbollah almost daily and the threat of a significant escalation remains constant. Recognizing this urgent need, Federation is supporting two organizations active in readying the north and its residents for the possibility of a major conflict.

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Prioritizing Mental Health for the IDF

Prioritizing Mental Health for the IDF

Shields of Resilience is the first program of its kind to fortify IDF soldiers against PTSD and teach grounding tools to help them transition on and off the battlefield.

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Make-a-Will Month

Make-a-Will Month

August is National Make-a-Will Month and a great time to make plans to create a Jewish legacy. The Foundation of the Greater Miami Jewish Federation works every day with donors and their professional advisors to fulfill their philanthropic wishes.

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Recruiting and Training Early Childhood Educators

Recruiting and Training Early Childhood Educators

Through Federation funding and our partnership with the Center for the Advancement of Jewish Education (CAJE), ElevatEd works to recruit, train, mentor and credential early childhood educators.

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