Volunteer In Israel

"I have never seen anything like this - this village is the most inspiring and beautiful place I have ever been. The thought, attention to detail and leadership necessary to create and maintain this rehabilitation village is almost beyond belief. I am so grateful for this life-changing experience."

ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran is a wonderful place to volunteer.

It features fully accessible residential villas for people with multiple disabilities and complex medical conditions, an intensive care hospital wing, special education school, green care farm, hydrotherapy and sports therapy complexes, therapeutic horse stable and petting zoo, and The Harvey and Gloria Kaylie Rehabilitation Medical Center – the first and only fully dedicated rehabilitation hospital in Israel’s south.

In addition to caring for and empowering nearly 400 residents and special education students with severe disabilities, the expansive and progressive village offers a host of inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative solutions, cultivates empathy and acceptance through education, and provides individuals with disabilities with a framework for personal advancement, social integration and gainful employment.

Day after day, their kindergarten integrates children born with disabilities and their non-disabled peers to promote empathy and acceptance. Residents with severe disabilities, local students, politicians and high-tech entrepreneurs can be found swimming and receiving therapy together in the same hydrotherapy pool. And dozens of adults with disabilities have found real and meaningful employment as the village’s gardening staff. ADI Negev-Nahalat Eran is an innovative social center and the exemplar for a truly inclusive community.

Thank you Noah and Hanna from South Korea for volunteering two years and for helping people with disabilities at Elwyn Supported Living in Jerusalem.

Noah helped at the “Merchavim” Adult Day Center and became an integral part of the residents’ and staff’s daily lives. He worked with dedication and sensitivity, and contributed to positive changes in their daily routines. Noah came through "Overflowing Jerusalem" organization from south korea.

Hannah assisted at the Adult Day Center and built personal connections with the residents, developed individualized plans, and played a significant role in their progress and self-empowerment. Hannah came through Amiko organization from South Korea.

Noah and Hannah brought with them energy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help. They truly saw each and every resident, gave personal attention, and were always there with open hearts, initiative, and dedication.

Israel Elwyn’s Supported Living Program bids a heartfelt and appreciative farewell to two dear volunteers from abroad, Noah and Hannah 💙

Noah joined us from South Korea through the organization Over Flowing Jerusalem and volunteered with us for two years, primarily at the “Merchavim” Adult Day Center. During this time, he became an integral part of the residents’ and staff’s daily lives. Noah worked with dedication, sensitivity, and dedication, built meaningful relationships and contributed to positive changes in their daily routines.

Hannah came to us from South Korea through the organization Amiko, after completing a year of volunteering with another nonprofit. She chose to dedicate an additional year to volunteering with us, mainly at the Adult Day Center. Hannah built personal and meaningful connections with the residents, developed individualized plans, and played a significant role in their progress and self-empowerment 🌸

Noah and Hannah brought with them energy, compassion, and a genuine desire to help. They truly saw each and every resident, gave personal attention, and were always there with open hearts, initiative, and dedication.

We thank them from the bottom of our hearts for their meaningful contribution, commitment, and the love they shared. We are proud that they are part of the Israel Elwyn Supported Living Program family.

Our door is always open to them, and we look forward to seeing them again in the future ✨

Would you like to take part in meaningful work as well?
Join us as a volunteer at Israel Elwyn:
https://israelelwyn.org.il/volunteerism/

Outside of our volunteers' busy days, they also have opportunities to relax and explore Israel.

Here are some of the highlights:

A tour of the Old City led by a private guide with years of experience. ✨

A day trip in the pastoral Beit HaKerem neighborhood.🌾💐

A Segway tour looking out to panoramic views of Jerusalem. 🛴

A VIP night out at the movies at Cinema City. 🍿

Which of these adventures would you pick for your day off? Let us know in the comments! 👇

To Our Heroes – Happy International Volunteer Day

​Dear Friends,

​Volunteering is an act of love, but volunteering here, right now, is an act of bravery. On International Volunteer Day, we salute you.

​Your commitment to the Welfare’s communities goes beyond simple service; it is a powerful statement of solidarity and compassion. Thank you for walking this path with us and for pouring your hearts into caring for the most vulnerable among us.

​We are honored to have you by our side.

VOIS team.