Better Quality of Life and Inclusion for Shafir Residents with Disabilities
Shekel
Field: Disabilities and Health
Requested sum: $15,000 | 33% of total budget
4th Year | Location: Shafir Regional Council
// About the Organization
SHEKEL provides community integration services to people with disabilities. These services include community housing, employment, culture and leisure, care, counseling and accessibility.
// Project Description
The project provides independent housing, employment, leisure activities, sports and enrichment classes, that take place in Kibbutz Ein Tzurim and Masu'ot Yitzhak for about 12 to 15 special-needs participants.
// Project Goals
The goals and purpose of the project include integration, interaction, and independence for high functioning, special-needs residents within the Shafir Region. The project will strengthen the social, economic, and community integration level of the participants.
// Target Population
12-15 men and women with high-functioning disabilities living independently in SHEKEL-run apartments in the Shafir Region. Approximately 200 Shafir residents and 50 family members will benefit from their advanced integration.