International support
at the Shamir Medical Center

Within a few hours of the beginning of the events of October 7 and in cooperation with the Jewish Agency for Israel, the Joint and many other organizations, the Jewish federations in the United States mobilized immediately and exceptionally to provide a quick response to as many Israeli citizens who need it.

From assistance in providing food, clothing, housing, financial aid, classes for displaced children, and support for the health system. through medical aid and mental aid to trauma victims by purchasing medical equipment, supporting mental health organizations and trauma care, including support for designated centers, training of thousands of therapists, and support for emergency teams, field personnel, lone soldiers, families, and patients dealing with loss, injury, or kidnapping Their relatives and friends..

A total of 46.2 million dollars was donated for the purchase of medical equipment, 19,000 medical and mental health care teams were trained, 49,000 people were treated in mental aid and support organizations.

Since the beginning of the war, the Shamir Medical Center hosted many solidarity delegations from all over the United States who came to support and express sympathy at this difficult time: Los Angeles, Memphis Tennessee, Boston, JCC New York, New Jersey, San Diego.

Special thanks to the North American Federation and the New York Federation who stand by us at this time and give the Shamir Medical Center full support and encouragement in the work of saving lives.