Programming & activities
Simcha LaYeled provides a wide variety of uniquely tailored programming for its physically disabled participants, their families, and the wider non-disabled community.
Hospital Activities
Simcha LaYeled operates in over 45 departments of 14 hospitals across Israel. Over 20,000 hospitalized children have enjoyed our programming. Our 500+ volunteers run clubs, activities, one-on-one mentorship and Shabbat programming,
Big Brother & Big Sister mentoring
Volunteers pair up with disabled children and teens to provide mentorship, guidance, and friendship. Simcha LaYeled provides positive role models, builds self-esteem, and supports the personal development of the children through regular outings and fun activities.
Disability awareness workshops
Our innovative Disability Awareness Workshop has provided 15,000+ Israeli school students with direct exposure to the world of disability through personal interactions with disabled Simcha LaYeled ambassadors.
trips across Israel
We offer children a break from their routine and a chance to enhance their social skills and confidence while having loads of fun across the country with their friends and mentors!
Holiday activities
Held in hospitals across Israel, holiday events allow children and their families to celebrate! With professional entertainment, clowns, magicians, games, delicious food, and special treats, children can forget their illness for a few hours.
Summer & Winter Camps
Simcha LaYeled sponsors overnight summer and winter camps to over 350 children in Israel each year. These fully accessible camps provide parents with much needed respite and are a highlight of the year for the kids!
Familial Dysautonomia Forum
In conjunction with the Israeli Association for Familial Dysautonomia, Simcha LaYeled provides ongoing social activities, seminars, trips and support for those who struggle with Familial Dysautonomia.
mothers’ retreat
Simcha LaYeled offers a multi-day vacation with much needed relaxation for our participants’ mothers. The moms enjoy local attractions, enrichment workshops, and some well deserved pampering.
Support Groups for families
Simcha LaYeled offers parental support groups hosted by trained social workers throughout the year. We also provide home visits by Simcha LaYeled team members, as well as an overnight retreat for mothers.
