Mission
What country's veterans does Beit Halochem help?
Israel!
Has Beit Halochem had to help many more Israelis since October 7, 2023?
Yes. Many Israelis were injured in the war or in the terrorist attack and need support from Beit Halochem
Beit Halochem began in what Israeli wars
In the earliest wars
How does Beit Halochem raise money?
Through donations from families, schools, and Jewish communities across Canada. There are also fundraising events.
How was Eitan helped by Beit Halochem?
After he lost his leg, Beit Halochem helped him learn to walk again with a prosthetic leg.
true or false: Beit Halochem's mission is to plant trees in Bermuda
false
How many people has Beit Halochem assisted?
73,000
What is an example of an injury that a veteran could have?
Serious injuries like losing an arm or leg
What types of events does Beit Halochem organize to fundraise?
Dinners, concerts, and online campaigns
What does Eitan do now?
He helps coach other veterans and shows they can still have happy lives despite their injuries.
true or false: Beit Halochem's mission is to help rehabilitate, rebuild, and enhance the lives of Israelis
true!
Why does Beit Halochem help the children of veterans and terror victims?
Injury impacts the whole family.
Where did the first Beit Halochem centre open?
Tel Aviv
What are examples of fundraising events that Beit Halochem Canada does?
The celebration of life dinners and the ride for heroes, which is a cycling event. There are also golf tournaments.
What did Eitan join to have fun?
A wheelchair basketball team
What does Beit Halochem Canada want to provide?
Financial support to help Beit Halochem centers across Israel
What types of programs does Beit Halochem offer to help veterans?
There are programs with art, sports, music and therapy
What year did the first Beit Halochem centre open in Israel?
1974
True or false: my Zaidy Les likes to play golf.
True
How was Michael helped by Beit Halochem?
She was helped by the art therapy and swimming program
In what scenarios do veterans get hurt?
While protecting Israel during their army service
What is "Kids of Courage"?
It's a Beit Halochem Canada initiative that brings bar and bat mitzvah aged children to Ontario summer camp for three weeks to have fun.
Why was Beit Halochem Canada created?
To raise money and support in Canada for the Beit Halochem centres in Israel.
What does every dollar raised help with?
Providing equipment, therapy and support for Israeli veterans and victims of terror and their families
What did Michal get injured by?
A terrorist attack