Making a Difference for People with Special Needs

Individuals with special needs are an integral part of our community, but don’t always get the services and attention they deserve. Our goal is to raise awareness for this group so they can be treated as equal members of our society.

photo of teacher with child
photo from Amit L'Mishpacha program

Access to a better Jewish education in Boston

Through a flourishing, community-wide program, we’re helping to make it possible for special needs children to access a strong Jewish education. More »

Improving the lives of disabled Israelis

Through a strategic partnership with the JDC-Israel and the Israeli Government, we are working to help integrate those with disabilities into the community, while ensuring their maximum independence in everyday life. More »

Helping special needs children and their families in Rehovot, Israel

The Amit L'Mishpacha program (Friend of the Family) is making life easier for families with special needs children by connecting them with volunteers who can provide valuable help and improve the quality of their lives. More »

Top photo used with the kind permission of Gateways, who retains all rights. Bottom photo used with the kind permission of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, who retains all rights.