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🇮🇱 PROTECTING ISRAEL'S CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES DURING WAR | CHIMES ISRAEL
What happens when a child with a disability cannot reach a bomb shelter in time? How do families protect children who may not understand the dangers around them? And who is helping Israel's most vulnerable citizens during times of crisis?
On this episode of The Lion's Share, Monte Judah welcomes Miriam Brill of Chimes Israel, an organization dedicated to helping children and adults with developmental disabilities live with dignity, independence, and hope.
Through early childhood programs, rehabilitation, specialized therapies, and professional support, Chimes Israel is making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout Israel.
But when war comes, the challenges become even greater.
🇮🇱 THE MISSION OF CHIMES ISRAEL
Miriam explains how Chimes Israel provides essential services for children and adults with a wide range of developmental, cognitive, and physical disabilities.
From infants as young as six months old to adults requiring ongoing support, the organization works to improve quality of life through individualized care.
Its programs include occupational therapy, speech therapy, rehabilitation, education, and support for families.
🚨 PROTECTING VULNERABLE CHILDREN DURING WAR
For children with disabilities, everyday routines and consistent therapeutic support are essential.
During wartime, those routines can be disrupted by rocket alerts, shelter requirements, transportation difficulties, and the temporary interruption of services.
Miriam shares the realities of caring for children with autism, mobility challenges, and other disabilities when immediate evacuation may be necessary.
She also explains how the interruption of therapy and rehabilitation can affect children's progress.
❤️ THE PEOPLE MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Behind the work of Chimes Israel are dedicated professionals, therapists, social workers, caregivers, and volunteers who give their time to help others.
Their mission goes beyond providing services. They are helping individuals develop skills, gain independence, and live with dignity.
IN THIS EPISODE:
• Meet Miriam Brill and learn about Chimes Israel.
• How the organization supports children and adults with disabilities.
• Early childhood intervention and specialized therapies.
• The important role of volunteers.
• The ongoing need for facilities, equipment, and financial support.
• How war disrupts therapy, rehabilitation, and daily routines.
• The challenges of evacuating children with limited mobility.
• How rocket alerts and bomb shelters affect families.
• Why children with disabilities require additional protection during emergencies.
• How viewers can support the mission of Chimes Israel.
LEARN MORE AND SUPPORT CHIMES ISRAEL
Visit the official Chimes Israel website to learn more about its programs, volunteer opportunities, and ways to contribute.