Answers. Advocacy. Assistance.
For the English-speaking community in Israel
Answers. Advocacy. Assistance.
For the English-speaking community in Israel
Recent Updates
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Travelers Heading to Israel Face Challenges Amid Conflict
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Informational Workshop on Sal Shikum – Understanding Mental Health Rehabilitation Services
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New Israel Travel Restrictions, State Department Bus to Jordan and Upcoming Weather Issues
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Options to Depart Israel Even More Limited – Contact Government Officials Urged
From Bezek bills to medical emergencies, we’ll help you cut through the red tape – and the language barrier.
War in Israel
Information and resources to help you and your family during this turbulent time.
Bills & Utilities
Bills including Arnona and utilities, phone and internet service and providers.
Birth
Hospital registration, child benefits and legal requirements following birth.
Bituach Leumi
The Israeli National Insurance system: eligibility, how to register and benefits.
Foreign Citizenship
Maintaining foreign citizenship and documents in Israel.
Government Offices
Government offices; locations, hours and services.
Israeli Citizenship
Israeli citizenship issues and army matters for Israelis living abroad.
Legal & Financial
Banking, employment, apartment purchase and more.
Medical
National Health Funds (Kupat Cholim) and other insurance coverage.
Special Education
Services for children with special needs and children’s therapies.
Transportation & Automotive
Private and public transportation.
Visas
Obtaining and maintaining non-citizen status for residency in Israel.
Need further clarification about a different issue?
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“Before Chaim V’Chessed, when I had an issue, I’d ask friends, make phone calls to offices, and hope for the best. Now, I’m not worried at all, I know where to get an answer and help. Thank you!”
Chaim Tzvi Feldbrand
JERUSALEM
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We’re here for you!
Life in Israel is beautiful. Dealing with ‘the system’, however, is complex at the best of times, with constantly changing policies, confusing medical terms and ambiguous regulations.
For English-speakers, these challenges are further compounded. Language barriers, cultural differences and lack of connections make day-to-day complexities all the more difficult. And when a crisis hits, the challenge can go from difficult to nearly impossible.
At Chaim V’Chessed, our mission is to ease the task of navigating life in Israel.
We are staffed by experts who are equipped to provide English-speakers in Israel with the answers, advocacy and assistance they so desperately need.
Our range of activities include hospital assistance, governmental dealings, special education guidance, kupat cholim advocacy, women’s health guidance and much more.
From the most critical, even life-threatening issues to the obstacles inherent in just getting through each day, there is no problem too large nor too small to warrant our concern.
Chaim V’Chessed. We’re here for you.
Information
Clear lists of what you need and downloadable forms so you can get what you need in government offices – the first time around.
Clarity
Step-by-step instructions so you’re fully informed and in control when dealing with kupot cholim, bituach leumi and any bureaucratic issues that arise.
Support
Advocacy, string-pulling and round-the-clock support in times of crisis or medical emergencies, so you never face challenging situations in a foreign country alone.
“Being in Israel, not knowing the system, not speaking the language, I feel very vulnerable. Chaim V’Chessed is an organization I trust blindly, and I know I can call for anything. I so appreciate the assistance, it’s amazing having you here!”
Batya Stern
JERUSALEM
In January 2026, Chaim V’Chessed assisted in:
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