Rehabilitation

Israel Meir met with Mordechai Shnoveld and heard from him about the serious injury in Gaza, the rehabilitation process that has been ongoing for more than a year, and the music that became an inseparable part of the recovery: "You play and the pain disappears."

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, the insurance and finance company chose to give its agents hundreds of bottles of wine from the TERRA UMA association, produced by combatants dealing with PTSD as part of a unique rehabilitation program.

Three brothers from the Levy family were wounded in the war, and Elkana lost both his legs. In an inspiring interview, he and his mother Orit talk about the inconceivable optimism in the intensive care unit, the great miracles, and the thanksgiving party that became a symbol of spiritual victory.

Without titles, without a uniform, and at his own private expense: Malkiel Lerner arrives at the bedsides of wounded IDF soldiers within the first 24 hours after their injury to give them hope. In a candid interview with Oded Harush, he tells of the post-trauma that led him to find his calling.

Hani Lifshitz met with Tehila Cohen, who was severely wounded in the children's bus terror attack in Kfar Darom when she was eight years old. She tells of the loss of both her legs, the injury of her siblings, the rehabilitation, the evacuation from Gush Katif, and the life she has built since.

After leading the national rehabilitation system through unprecedented challenges, the senior director is leaving the Ministry of Health to return to manage the medical center where he began his professional career.

Lil Nas X, who recently completed a rehabilitation program following a health crisis, has announced the death of his mother, Tamika Hill. The rapper has long been open about their complex relationship, which was deeply affected by her lifelong struggle with substance abuse.

Nitai Nahutomi, who fought on October 7 and is currently dealing with PTSD, will run 10 km at the Be'er Sheva Light Run Festival in memory of his fallen friends, and on the way to the Tokyo Marathon, he will raise funds for the children of the Shalva organization.

The chairman of the Yashar! party announced during a tour of the south the establishment of a team that will deal with the rehabilitation and development of the Gaza Envelope and the Western Negev. On the team: Head of the Ramat HaNegev Regional Council Eran Doron, Tair Ifargan, Oshrat Gani Gonen, and representatives of the Gaza Envelope communities. "The rehabilitation of the south begins first...

Bank Hapoalim is providing a tailwind to Kiryat Shmona with a significant donation for the restoration of the city's "beating heart," the establishment of the new "Mona" complex, and the "Live Thursday at the Square" event series, which will support local businesses and encourage the return of residents.

A rare rehabilitation plan has been approved for a person who accumulated a massive debt and entered insolvency proceedings. The court in Rishon LeZion accepted the agreement of the parties, and the debt will be closed within two years.

A.Sh., a fighter in the Border Police (Magav) undercover unit, was critically wounded by a grenade explosion during an operation in Tulkarm in October 2023. After a year and a half of intensive rehabilitation at the Bnai Zion Medical Center in Haifa, he has regained his physical functions and is preparing to return to combat duty.

Outwardly, Adele Shaked looked like a normal girl, but beneath the surface, she was consumed by addiction. Today, as a mental coach and addiction therapist, she returns to her years on the streets of Tel Aviv, telling of the miracle that saved her and the power to save other young people.

The relationship between TV presenter Tsufit Grant and her husband, musician and actor Shuli Rand, is undoubtedly one of the most intriguing in the entertainment industry. Grant, who frequently shares updates on social media, recounted a particularly moving experience she shared with her husband.

About 20 young people from bereaved families and terror victims set out on an adventurous journey in the Black Canyon, which connected veterans of the "OneFamily" organization with new members who joined since October 7 - through fear, trust, teamwork, and a shared experience: "It gave us a moment to breathe."

Just a few months after being charged with assault, the notorious Hollywood star refused mental health treatment and returned to daily alcohol consumption, despite the rehabilitation he underwent.

Special interview for C14: Serious injuries in sports happen at the worst possible moments, and that is exactly what happened to Ofek Biton. The midfielder, who was having an excellent season with Hapoel Haifa with three goals and five assists, was stopped at the peak of his momentum following a torn cruciate ligament last February. In a close and special conversation with C14, he recounts the...

Minister of Finance Bezalel Smotrich uploaded a video to social media in which he launched a sharp attack against the 15 billion shekel plan for the rehabilitation of the North presented by Gadi Eisenkot, accusing his opponent of manipulating public opinion.

41-year-old Katya Grossa entered a home sauna in Australia, unaware the space had filled with gas. When she attempted to relight the stove, a massive explosion occurred, leaving her engulfed in flames. Despite severe burns, she managed to crawl to safety.

Nadin, 22, noticed a car accident on Highway 6 and decided to help. When she got out of the car, she was hit by another vehicle and was severely injured. Since then, she has undergone an intensive rehabilitation process, and in an interview she shared: "I was sedated and intubated, they thought about amputating my arm and leg but in the end the doctors saved the limbs. I don't regret getting out...

She grew up in the home of one of Israel's most well-known comedians, and now it is Noa Itzpan's turn to step into the spotlight. Ahead of her first acting role alongside her father, Eli Itzpan, in "Hill 338," she talks about her close bond with her parents, the filter-free discourse at home, and the gap between her great love for animals and the fact that she still eats chicken.

4 years after the severe car accident, actor Niro Levy talks about the rehabilitation that has not yet ended, the limitations he deals with, and the period when, according to him, he was paralyzed again. Alongside his career and return to the stage, he also reveals what is happening between him and his ex-girlfriend who is 30 years his junior.

Barak Peleg, former coach of Hapoel Galil Elyon, took charge of the Otef Darom basketball club to help residents of the Gaza envelope recover after the events of October 7. The project has become a symbol of renewal.

New therapeutic groups established at Achva Academic College for bereaved families and friends, as well as for adolescents on the autism spectrum, aim to provide much-needed support in the region.

At the extreme sports boarding school of the "Elaor" organization, they believe that the rehabilitation of at-risk youth begins with building trust. Roman Har-Nof, a counselor at the boarding school and a reservist soldier: "Every such departure brings up old feelings for them again."

About 66,000 requests for recognition have been submitted since the outbreak of the war regarding about 43,000 wounded, and thousands are still waiting for a decision or a medical board. Those suffering from PTSD warned against the damage to rehabilitation: "Forced to fight for their rights."

For the first time since the October 7 massacre, Zikim Beach is fully open to the public for the current bathing season. After being severely damaged during the Hamas attack, the site underwent extensive rehabilitation and is now welcoming visitors once again.

Hostage survivor Bar Kupershtein and his partner celebrated their housewarming this Tuesday. In a moving Instagram video, the couple was seen affixing a mezuzah, with Kupershtein reciting the "Shehecheyanu" blessing. His call for help in furnishing the new apartment was met with an overwhelming response from the public.

Full tuition funding, a monthly stipend, and tax discounts: a 21-year-old woman who began a process to claim rights following her military service has received significant news. All the details.

Former hostage Rom Braslavski has separated from Shoham, his partner of the last six months. Only recently, the two were interviewed in a special feature for Tu B'Av.

36-year-old Shalva Yakobashvili, a married father of two, decided about two months ago that it was time to make amends. Although he was unable to enlist in the army due to his past, he chose to dedicate his life to those on the front lines since the October 7 massacre. "It is something that touches my heart very much. When I was a child, I really wanted to enlist and they didn't let me," he says...

While parties are scrambling for votes, survivors of captivity find themselves asking for support. So here is a proposal for every Zionist party: not just support for reservists, eliminating Hamas, and universal conscription. A law for hostages and their families. But a real one.

Yotam Asban, a resident of Beit El and a graduate of the Mercaz HaRav and Beit Orot yeshivas, stood under the chuppah this evening (Monday) with Rinat — more than two years after he was critically wounded in the head during fighting in Jabalia in the Gaza Strip. Asban served in the Paratroopers Reconnaissance Unit and was wounded in May 2024 in a friendly fire incident, when the force he was...

Two years after receiving significant compensation for a severe car accident, a woman is seeking to recover her funds. It emerged that while she was undergoing rehabilitation, her husband was having an affair with her physical therapist.

The National Insurance Institute announces that victims of hostile acts and patients with certain medical conditions are eligible for funding for hotel stays, health spa treatments, and personal accompaniment if required.

18 women, relatives of fallen hostages whose bodies were returned from Gaza, set out on a journey in the mountains of Romania in an attempt to process the loss and return to breathing. Adi Goldin and Mushit Mansour tell about the pain, the neglect, and the struggle to rebuild their lives.

Studies from recent years indicate that surfing therapy may reduce post-traumatic symptoms. The "Surfers Without Borders" organization has turned these findings into a rehabilitation program that combines surfing with professional guidance and a supportive community for trauma survivors.

Avraham Dahan took the stage on The Voice, performed an emotional song, and closed a deep circle with the judge who visited him in the hospital and decided to give him an extraordinary personal gift.

The Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) and the Majdal Shams Council have signed a cooperation agreement to expand access to advanced health services. The initiative includes the implementation of telemedicine and the establishment of a dedicated rehabilitation center in the town.

This coming October, on the third anniversary of the massacre, the documentary film 'The Bridge' will be released in North America, documenting the journey of ten survivors of the attack to a music camp in Los Angeles, where they sought to process the trauma they experienced. Among the producers: Kevin Bright from 'Friends'. 'Nothing has moved me more than seeing these young survivors use music to...

The Jerusalem Interdisciplinary Academic Center is launching a physiotherapy program in cooperation with Hadassah Hospital Mount Scopus. The institution reports a significant surge in interest among young people in pursuing health professions.

The "Ma'aganat HaBayit" center, to be established at the Shavit Marina in the Kishon, will offer combat veterans and their families therapeutic sailing, support groups, and art therapy as part of a holistic rehabilitation model of the "Choosing Life" program, recognized by the Ministry of Defense.

About 2,000 children and teenagers affected by terror and war are participating in the Jewish Agency's summer programs, designed to provide respite, resilience, and rehabilitation; the opening event at Superland hosted about 1,300 participants.

Meeting a Chabadnik who asks to put on tefillin might not be rare, but when Shmuel Darshan does it on rollerblades and documents the activity for TikTok, it looks completely different. His special approach, which includes offering warm hugs to those who decline, aims to remove imaginary barriers between people. In an interview, he shares his journey from personal crisis to a mission of...

A year after her release from prison, Arbel Mizrahi shares the physical and mental changes she has undergone, her decision to distance herself from the past, and the exact number of days she has been drug-free.

A year after the direct hit of an Iranian missile disabled large parts of the hospital, a partnership was signed that will double the rehabilitation response in the south and, for the first time, provide inpatient rehabilitation for children as well.

Maccabi Tel Aviv midfielder Christian Blitz underwent surgery on Monday to repair a foot fracture. The club confirmed the procedure was successful, with his recovery period estimated at three to four months.

The chairman of the "Yashar!" party visited Margalit Startup City in Kiryat Shmona, met with business owners, and declared that the rehabilitation of the North would be a top priority for his future government. The visit highlighted innovation and growth activities ongoing in the Galilee since the start of the war.

More than 26,000 soldiers have been wounded since the outbreak of the Iron Swords war. For their successful long-term rehabilitation, integration into the labor market is as critical as medical care.

Rehabilitation after a stroke or head injury is a lengthy process requiring months of intensive practice. The Haifa and Western Galilee district of Clalit, in collaboration with Motion Informatics, is testing an innovative augmented reality system to enhance neurological rehabilitation outcomes.