Man’s best friend

“I talk to him when I’m lonesome like; and I’m sure he understands. When he looks at me so attentively, and gently licks my hands; then he rubs his nose on my tailored clothes, but I never say naught thereat. For the good Lord knows I can buy more clothes, but never a friend like […]

Therapeutic Nursing Daycare Centers

Chimes Israel operates three therapeutic nursing daycare centers in Israel, which provide specialized care for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, aged 21 and over. The program seeks to enhance the quality of life for those served according to their individual needs and preferences, while maximizing each person’s potential for independence as active participants in […]

To Dream, Persist The First Graduates of the Chimes Israel Academic Vocational College

In the Spring of 2018, the Academic Vocational College for Individuals with Special Needs began to operate – a groundbreaking venture by the Israel Community Association, in conjunction with Bar-Ilan University – a program that was initially seen as a dream but became a reality with great results. The college, which takes place on the […]

On the spectrum

  Diagnosing autism spectrum disorder (ASD) can be difficult, since there is no medical test, like a blood test, to diagnose the disorders. In recent years the perception of autism has changed and evolved as did the diagnosis itself. Chimes Israel has been the leader in providing exceptional support and rehabilitation services to people with […]

Sound of silence

Music can change the world. It can help communication without words, it can operate as a powerful tool to express one’s feelings and it is also known to be therapeutic: for people with special needs music can affect their moods, reduce stress and enhance self-confidence. Furthermore, research has shown it has a cognitive affect and […]