About
Shmulik Daniel – Rowing
Shmulik Daniel served in the Egoz unit and was severely wounded in 2005, during an operational activity on Mount Dov. Following his severe spinal injury he remained confined to a wheelchair. Shmulik began his sporting rehabilitation as a wheelchair tennis player and in 2016 joined as a single-boat rower. In 2015 he received the “Excellence […]
Moran Samuel – Rowing
Moran started as a (regular) basketball player in Israel’s young women’s team. In her military service she was an outstanding athlete. Moran underwent a rare case of spinal cord aneurism at the age of 24 and after a long rehabilitation joined the wheelchair basketball team at Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem. In 2010 she moved from […]
Polina Katzman – Powerlifting
Born in Russia Polina graduated from a university in Russia. In sports, and competed as a healthy athlete in the Shot Put branch. In 1989 she was severely injured in a car accident and underwent a leg amputation. She immigrated to Israel in 2000 and lives in Jerusalem. Polina began her athletic rehabilitation in the […]
Nina Gorodetsky – Badminton
Nina is a badminton player, a member of the Haifa’s Beit Halochem, a Paralympic athlete who joins the delegation to Tokyo after receiving the ticket to the games. Nina was injured in a car accident when she was 17 years old. She married Dor Kessel, who was her badminton coach and they have 2 children. […]
Women’s Goal Ball
(for the blind and visually impaired) The team consists of 6 visually impaired or blind young athletes, players from the School for the Blind and Beit Halochem Tel Aviv. The selected companies are: Lehi Ben David, 26, she and her twin brother, (player as a scorer in the men’s team)Gal Hamrani is 29 years oldRoni […]
Yossi Sa’adon – Wheelchair Tennis
48 yr. old Yossi Sa’adonHas practiced and played wheelchair tennis for the past 15 years. Over the years, Yossi has participated in many tournaments and championships in Israel and around the world. Yossi, ranked 22nd in the world, received a free ticket to the Tokyo Olympics together with Shraga Weinberg from the Spivak Club. Saadon, […]
Pascal Berkowitz – Kayaks
The 17-year-old Parisian girl with a career as a dancer, slipped on a snowy day and fell under the wheels of a moving train. Both of her legs were amputated. Upon her rehabilitation, she immigrated to Israel, volunteered for the IDF and was the first soldier in a wheelchair. She turned to Paralympic sports, initially […]
Rowing Quartet
The boat has 4 rowers: two men, two women and the helmsman. The quartet includes: Achiya Klein, Barak Hatzor, Simona Goren, Michal Feinblatt and the Helmsman Marlina Miller (the Helmsman is not disabled). The Rowing Quartet finished Sixth at the 2019 World Championships in Austria and secured its place in Tokyo. Achiya Klein An officer […]
Julia Chernoy – Shooting
Julia was born with a disability that makes it difficult for her to walk and she uses a cane. Only at the age of 30 did she start training as a Para-Triathlete and in 2012 won the European Championship. Julia was adopted as an athlete by Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem when she began sailing in […]
Doron Shaziri – Shooting
As a teenager, Doron began training as part of his GADNA para-military shooting training. In 1985 he enlisted in the IDF and served as a sniper in the Golani Brigade. He completed the snipers’ course with distinction. In 1987 he was severely wounded and lost his leg when he stepped on a mine while opening […]
Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
The Paralympic Games in Tokyo will take place between August 24, 2021- September 5, 2021, about two weeks after the end of the Olympic Games. The Games will be held at the same facilities where the Olympic Games are held and under the same organizing committee. The games will host 4,350 athletes from 170 countries […]
“The Second Lebanon War”
“The Second Lebanon War” is the official name given to the military operation held in the summer of 2006. The war began on July 12th and ended on August 14th.During this period, IDF forces entered Lebanese territory, and thousands of rockets were fired from Lebanon onto settlements in northern Israel. In the 33 days of […]
Silver medal at the Manchester Grand Prix dance competition
We are so happy to update you all with the great newsAdam Greenfeld and his partner Ori Shiloh won the silver medal at the Manchester Grand Prix dance competition. Great things are happening at Beit Halochem. Every room and space you enter you see a world full of wonder, determination, perseverance and belief that anything […]
June 2021 Sports Achievements Updates
What a month of fun and activity, from Haifa to Be’er-Sheva, Beit Halochem members from all centers competed in different sport activities, we have a lot to cover so let’s get started! Table Tennis Beit Halochem Haifa Table Tennis players won 8 trophies at the Israeli Championship for Disabled Players which took place in Rishon […]
We are pleased to announce that Beit Halochem Tel Aviv has reopened its doors!
The Physiotherapy department has resumed its activities and many members have already signed up for treatment sessions in the coming days. The Beit Halochem TA wheelchair basketball team is also very excited to return to practice!
Passover 2021
Dear Friends, The Passover Holiday gives us an opportunity to reach out to you, our friends and supporters, to wish you a Happy Passover. This has been an exceptionally difficult year worldwide, but we hope that this period will soon come to an end and the horizon will be bright again. One would have […]
TU B’Shvat Campaign 2021
TU B’Shvat is observed at the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization ZDVO and its Beit Halochem centers
Victory in the midst of COVID-19
It’s not every day you see a photo like this: The two captains at the State Cup Finals award ceremony. Yesterday (Monday) Israel’s Minister of Culture and Sport Mr. Hili Tropper awarded the Wheelchair Basketball State Cup to the Ila”n Ramat Gan captain Asa’el Shvo, who chose to invite the rival team’s captain (Tel Aviv’s […]
Courage in Motion 2020
The 13th annual Courage in Motion, an initiative of Beit Halochem Canada, which took place October 12th, brought together (virtually) Canadian and Israelis cyclists in an extraordinary and amazingly successful event. On registering, each Canadian cyclist was teamed with an Israeli veteran. Pairs connected prior to the ride and, on ride day, cycled together side […]
CELEBRATE YOUR BAT or BAR MITZVAH WITH BEIT HALOCHEM
The B’not and B’nei Mitzvah Wall of Honor Beit Halochem Jerusalem Your Bat or Bar Mitzvah is the perfect time to make a difference now Becoming an adult as a Bat or Bar Mitzvah is an important milestone in our lives. This offers the great opportunity to perform a heartfelt mitzvah: Link your simcha to […]
The 2020 Virtual BEIT HALOCHEM International 5 K Run
THE 5 TOWNS RACE HAS GONE VIRTUAL. IT’S NOW AN INTERNATIONAL RACE! The 5 Towns 5 K has gone Virtual. Now called the Virtual Beit Halochem International 5 K , will take place from September 4th – September 13th, Run anywhere and support the Beit Halochem rehabilitation centers in Israel. Beit Halochem provides rehabilitation, recreational, […]
Zoom Meeting with Brig. Gen. (Res.) Avigdor Kahalani
The 53rd year anniversary of the Six-Day War Zoom Meeting with Brig. Gen. (Res.) Avigdor Kahalani
Gloria Landy z”l, Longtime friend and supporter of Beit Halochem
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization and Beit Halolchem Haifa deeply mourn the passing of Gloria Landy, z”l, Longtime friend and supporter of Beit Halochem, and extend their heartfelt condolences to Eugene and the entire family. Gloria will always be remembered as an extraordinary woman, a true Zionist, great friend of Israel and Beit Halochem. Her […]
ZDVO Stand with the IDF Widows and Orphans
The Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO) stands with the IDF widows and orphans on the eve of Memorial Day for fallen IDF soldiers. To date, 23,816 soldiers have lost their lives in Israel’s wars and military operations in order to defend itself, as well as 4,166 murdered in acts of terror. Over 50,000 soldiers have […]
We mourn the death of our dear friend, Nigel Gilmore
We mourn the death of our dear friend, Nigel Gilmore from Manchester England, who passed away after contracting the Corona virus. We express our sincere condolences to his wife Evelyn and their children Ilana, Ethan and Ilan and the entire Gilmor family. Nigel will always be remembered as an exemplary family man, generous and caring […]
PTSD Program – Beit Halochem
The “Achiad” Program“Achi”-“ad” = “my brother” – “forever” PTSD is a psychological response to the experience of intense traumatic events, for veterans with PTSD, flashbacks usually involve visual and auditory memories of combat. It feels as if it’s happening all over again particularly events that were life threatening. This became known as a “combat stress […]
Yom Hazikaron 2021
Dear Friends of the ZDVO and Beit Halochem, on this day let us unite and remember all those who gave their lives defending the State of Israel as well as the victims of terror. May their memory be a blessing
Celebrating Independence Day together with ZDVO
Pupils of Yavneh College London Support Beit Halochem
As part of their “Mitzvah Week” in November 2019, pupils from the well-known Yavneh College, Jewish Secondary School in London, prepared messages of support and gratitude for the brave Zahal Disabled Veterans, members of Beit Halochem. The beautifully, colourful posters were sent through Beit Halochem UK to Tel Aviv’s Beit Halochem where they are now […]
Friends of ZDVO in Israel held Gala in Recognition and Honor of its Supporters
For the fourth consecutive year Friends of ZDVO in Israel of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization held its annual Gala in recognition and honor of its many supporters. Amongst the more than 300 guests present, was the high echelon of the IDF, Police and Security Forces, as well senior members of Israel’s business community, financiers, […]
First Place in Wheelchair Tennis – Yossi Saadon
Yossi Saadon, a member of ZDVO and Beit Halochem, won first place in the Quad in the wheelchair tennis tournament held in Args, Romania. Well done! with his coach Nimrod Bichler in the photo. Israel Paralympic Committee
Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO) and Friends of Israel Disabled Veterans, Beit Halochem USA, mourn the death of our dear friend and supporter Judith Hirsch Z”L
We mourn the death of our dear friend, Judith Hirsch who passed away peacefully at her home in Boca Raton. We express our condolences to Cary and Jayme, and the entire Hirsch family. Judy will always be remembered as an extraordinary woman, a Eshet Hayl, a Zionist, great friend of Israel and Beit Halochem. For […]
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).
Closing the Circle: The Entebbe Hostage Rescue Operation
An exciting story about the heroic Entebbe Operation was broadcast on Friday in Channel 12. The story of Surin Hershko, who was severely wounded during the Operation, and the youngest survivor, Shai Gross, close a circle on the anniversary of the Operation when Shai’s eldest son finished a prestigious course in the elite unit Duvdevan. […]
ZDVO has a new Director General
Avi Lehrman, new Director General of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization.
The new leadership of the Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO) has begun its work
The new leadership of the Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO) has begun it work. The National Conference of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization unanimously chose Adv. Edan Kleiman as the Chairman of the organization. 45 yr. old Kleiman, a former Givati Brigade combat soldier, was wounded during a military operation in Khan Yunis from a bullet […]
The 2019 Veteran Games and Conference
The 2019 Veteran Games (May 26-30), hosted by Beit Halochem, provided the ideal competitive experience for British and Israeli veterans to demonstrate their extraordinary skills together. Aside from this, the Games served to introduce British veterans and their families to the warmth of the Israeli people. From football coaching and beautiful beaches to more solemn […]
Oren Blitzblau, won the Bronze Medal at the Paratriathlon World Cup in Paris
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).
The first Beit Halochem conference, called Leadership and Security for Israel
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).
A moving fund raising event – Geneva
A moving fund raising event was held in Geneva this past Sunday by Amis des Invalides de Tzahal-Geneve. Before an audience of some 300 guests, members of the local theatre troupe “Hamacom” performed the musical “Bustan Sepharadi”, alongside Beit Halochem wheelchair dancer Sammy Dahan (wounded while serving in the Paratroopers Brigade) with his dancing partner, […]
#HonoringZahalDisabledVeterans
A huge thanks to everyone who sent postcards to honor the wounded Israeli soldiers left disabled for life, They have been coming from all corners of the world and are warming our hearts! #HonoringZahalDisabledVeterans
Thousands honor the National Day of Recognition of Israel’s wounded veterans and victims of terror attacks
During the past week, thousands of people throughout the country marched and participated in moving ceremonies and educational events marking the National Day of Recognition of Israel’s wounded veterans and victims of terror attacks, which is officially commemorated today, November 25th. Around the world, thousands of kids chose to show their love and support by […]
One Goal: Paralympic games Tokyo 2020
Matuko Rada and Linor Kelman are IDF disabled veterans, wounded during their military service. As part of their rehabilitation at the Beit Halochem center, they tried out fencing among other rehabilitative sports programs, and discovered it was not only a tool to heal them physically and mentally, but a professional challenge. With perseverance and determination […]
Seven Medals for Israelis at the European Championship in Wheelchair Dancing
Israel had impressive achievements at the European Championship in wheelchair dancing held in Poland this week. Tel Aviv Beit Halochem wheelchair dancer Vital Zinger and her standing dancing partner Shon Ziv, won a Silver Medal with a Bollywood dance, which swept the entire audience and accorded the two a long standing ovation. Later in the […]
Fun field trip for the blind members organized by ZDVO
On October 9th a group of 18 blind veterans, accompanied by their spouses, went on field trip to the Ella Valley and the Beit Govrin Limestone Caves. The Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund raises funds to support special activities and projects for the benefit of its more than 100 blind members. Amongst others, activities include special […]
Linor Kelman achieved 6th place in the IWAS Fencing European Championships in Terni, Italy.
Linor Kelman of Jerusalem’s Beit Halochem achieved an amazing 6th place in the IWAS Fencing European Championships in Terni, Italy. Linor was involved in a traffic accident when a bus crashed into her car on her way to her army base. The accident left Linor with a permanent, life disability. She suffers from chronic orthopedic and vestibular […]
Blind Golfer Zohar Sharon won the Italian Open
Blind Golfer Zohar Sharon won the Italian Open in Rome yesterday and is getting ready for the World Championship which will be held this coming Friday. Zohar is aiming at the unprecedented achievement of being World Champion for Blind Golfing for the seventh consecutive time! We shall keep our fingers crossed. Zohar was serving in […]
Doron Shaziri, a leg amputee shooter, has qualified to participate in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games.
Doron Shaziri, a leg amputee shooter, has qualified to participate in the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games. This will be his 8th (!) Olympics. Doron, you are an inspiration to all of us at the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization and in the State of Israel.
A Prestigious Golf Tournament for the Benefit of the IDF Disabled Veterans Organization – Beit Halochem
On September 3rd, the Kadima Cup Beit Halochem Masters was held for the first time, a friendly golf competition in the prestigious setting of the “Joyenval” golf course for the benefit of the IDF Disabled Veterans Organization – Beit Halochem. Background to this beautiful event and how it all began: March 2016, Marc Harari discovers […]
Glickman’s Incredible Achievement
Incredible achievement for Israeli table tennis player, Zeev Glickman, who took part in the China Open Paralympic competition winning a Bronze medal in the doubles games. Glickman coached by Yossi Rosenblatt, one of the leaders in the field in Israel, reached the semifinal match with his partner from Vietnam, playing against a Chinese couple who […]
Oren Blitzblau breaks the world record for the blind in an Iron Man competition
When Oren Blitzblau from Herzliya crossed the finish line of the Iron Man competition in Sweden this morning Sunday, August 19, he beat not only the sport but also beat the terrorist who wanted to kill him 13 years ago. The Israeli, who was the only blind participant among 1,700 contestants, came in 83rd place […]
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.
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 education and training. At Beit Halochem there is a meeting of generations. Disabled veterans from as far back as the War of Independence inspire the […]
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 for the Fund for the activities of the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization, including Beit Halochem and Beit Kei (hereinafter “the Organization”). Any use of the […]
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 donated by Mrs. Vera Weizmann, wife of Israel’s first president, the late Dr. Chaim Weizmann. Originally, the center served the 6,000 disabled veterans of the […]
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.
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, Argentina, England, France, Switzerland, Holland, Australia and South Africa.
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 for as long as they live. Emphasis is placed on sport as a rehabilitative tool along with a wide array of social and cultural programs. […]
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 needs, the Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund (ZDVF) was established by the Zahal Disabled Veterans Organization (ZDVO). The Zahal Disabled Veterans Fund is a separate, registered […]
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 from this war with all their needs towards the long process of their rehabilitation. It is the only organization legally responsible for representing those veterans […]
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
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 2,160,000 (US $ 570,000) After their dreams and life plans were suddenly shattered, we are helping them reach new goals and a new direction in […]
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
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.
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
