Rabbi Mordecai Scharf in Efrat, Israel runs a special program called Project Nefesh for "at risk" teens and young adults. He and his wife Shoshana, have been taking in these special people for 35 years and giving them an alternative home when parents and/or educational institutions have been unsuccessful in keeping them on a successful life path. These individuals often struggle with social and/or emotional issues-sometimes, but not always, caused by abuse or existing professionally diagnosed conditions. Project Nefesh works with American psychiatrists and psychologists in conjunction with an American-Israeli social worker to provide the best care outside of their parental know-how.
The program is unique as each person is brought in like a foster child and they instantly become part of the family. Daily and Shabbat meals often include extended family and teens/young adults are always encouraged to take part in family outings and simchas.
Project Nefesh treats each "case" with sensitivity, respect and personalized attention as each individual is different and their needs vary. At no time is the teen/young adult forced to do anything he/she is uncomfortable with as far as employment, religion or otherwise, but is encouraged and supported to try and take steps in the right direction, at their own pace, to make an improvement from his/her beginning status.
Currently, the Scharfs are looking for two new candidates between the ages 15-24 as two young adults who have recently "graduated' out of the program will be returning to their families to begin life anew. They maintain a maximum of six teens/young adults (primarily boys) split between two homes. Some stay for short periods of time, but some have stayed for up to 4 years. There is also a separate home for girls run by Project's coordinator which can accommodate presently up to two girls also of the ages 15-24 years. We are looking to fill these places also as it is a new addition to the program.
This is not a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program, so we do not take in individuals with related conditions.
Please contact Daniela Syer [email protected] for more information on how to get your teen/young adult started.
*Please note that it is preferable that the candidate want to live in Israel. We can also provide assistance to those interested in making Aliyah.
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