When a child with special, medical, or physical needs joins a shlichus family, so does Yaldei.
Yaldei helps shlichus families keep their balance – and focus.
Trying to juggle a family’s needs together with your community’s needs is already all-consuming. When you add the immense responsibility of caring for a child with additional needs, it can feel impossible to keep all the balls in the air.
Yaldei provides support in every area possible — from caring for the family’s emotional needs to financially assisting with medical and therapeutic support.
“Yaldei has been a ray of sunshine ”
Our responsibilities come with so much guilt – whatever we’re doing, we’re neglecting something else. Yaldei has been a ray of sunshine, lessening the burden of families who carry what feels like way too much. Thank you!
Aydla Vechter, Shlucha, Toronto
A network of people who understand.
There may be thousands of miles between shluchim and their fellow Yaldei families. But distance doesn’t matter. They can still connect with those who understand the impact a special child has on shlichus.
Service Coordination
“I wasn’t sure if our situation was ‘serious enough,’ but Yaldei never made us feel bad about calling . It’s so clear that the team simply wants to do whatever they can to help.”
Parent Retreats
“I have not spent such quality time with my husband , with the focus on our mental health for our children…in ever.”
Kinus Events
“The get-togethers in Crown Heights at Kinus time are very powerful. It’s helpful to have a safe space to connect with people sharing similar challenges.”
Supportive Community
“Not only do I know I’m not alone, but my perspective has completely shifted. I feel like I’m part of a special family . They’re also just a phone call away.”
This isn’t what most imagined when they packed up their bags to move on shlichus.
But that doesn’t mean the mission, vision, and family they had in mind isn’t still possible. Yaldei switches the narrative from “impossible” to “possible” and from “alone” to “never on our own” so shluchim can continue spreading the light of Yiddishkeit without the overshadowing worry.
“It feels like no one understands the intensity”
For six years, Yaldei and Rabbi Weiser have been a lifeline for our family. Yes, Chassidim are ‘ein mishpacha,’ but when you have a child with special needs on shlichus, it can feel like you’re completely isolated. It feels like no one understands the intensity of trying to keep up all the regular shlichus demands juggling the urgent needs of your special child. Yaldei had shown us that we’re not alone and enabled us to continue to care for our special child at home while also continuing our shlichus with our community.
A safety net holding you.
When there’s no local infrastructure to help your child, the role can feel like it’s taking over all the energy left. Yaldei steps in with whatever we can, so parents can focus on what matters most.
Patient Advocacy
“The difference Yaldei made to our lives is immeasurable. Having somewhere to turn for resources and support has enabled us to keep going . ”
Medical Supplies
“ One of the biggest things Yaldei did for us was obtain a piece of equipment that allowed us to sleep at night undisturbed.”
Evaluations & Treatments
“We couldn’t afford the private therapies and our daughter’s progress stalled but once Yaldei stepped in, they covered the costs.”
Medical Health Fund
“We thought Yaldei was just for children with ‘severe’ special needs, so we felt alone in our struggle. We had no idea how to cope. ”
Parents, we’re here to help you.
If you’re on shlichus and think your child requires additional support, don’t hesitate to reach out so we can see how to fully support you. Visit our contact page and the Yaldei team will reach out.
Yaldei’s services are completely confidential. All information is discrete and only shared internally with your case worker and the Yaldei team.
Not at all. At Yaldei we recognize the overwhelming toll your responsibilities take. We support you with retreats, a constant listening ear, support groups, and so much more so you have the strength to continue your vital mission.
Shlichus is demanding no matter where you live. We support shluchim in far-flung communities and shluchim who may already have local provisions. Reach out and we’ll guide you to the best care and resources for your family.
No case is too trivial or extreme to qualify for Yaldei’s support. Contact us for a simple phone call – no pressure, no commitment – and let’s take it from there.
An extended family cheering you on
We know the constant responsibilities they’re managing. Yaldei is here, helping families acknowledge the special moments and celebrate the people in their lives.
Yom Tov Packages
“The first Pesach package right after our daughter was diagnosed was the biggest hug . ”
Birthday Presents
“To this day, whenever I use the cozy blanket with the Yaldei logo it envelops me with a sense of caring and closeness. ”
Camp Scholarships
“It was nice knowing we were not alone, knowing that they are always there to help with the funds for critical therapies and things like camp. ”
Sibling Gifts
“My children look forward to and appreciate knowing that their ‘sacrifices’ are acknowledged. ”
“There was someone I could trust. ”
I remember those early calls and feeling like there was someone I could trust, who has both the knowledge and our best interest at heart. The retreats, gifts and financial assistance are the difference between feeling alone, in a dark place, and feeling supported, in a hopeful place. Yaldei’s support means more than most will ever know.
Leah Wilhelm, Shlucha, Boulder, Colorado
They’re spreading light with an added level of personal sacrifice.
Help them carry out their mission – unhindered.