Active Service Soldiers
- High-Quality Housing Solutions for Lone Soldiers Serving in the IDF: We have six fully equipped and furnished houses across the country, tailored to meet the needs of lone soldiers serving in the IDF. These homes offer various living arrangements and are supported by a dedicated team. The monthly cost aligns with the housing allowance granted to lone soldiers by the IDF and includes rent, utilities, and municipal fees, along with additional services such as internet access, basic food supplies, and more.
- Housing Locations and Details: The Center operates four houses in Jerusalem, one in Herzliya, and one in Petah Tikva. These homes are designed for lone immigrant and Israeli soldiers, as well as combat soldiers and combat support personnel serving on closed bases. Each house is staffed with one or more counselors, depending on its size. Basic food supplies are available throughout the week, and on weekends, hot meals for Friday dinner and Saturday lunch are provided by local cooking communities. The monthly rent is 1,700 NIS, which corresponds to the housing allowance provided by the army.
- Petah Tikva: A house accommodating 15 soldiers, supported by two counselors. This house focuses on the secular Israeli lone soldiers.
- Houses in Jerusalem: Beit HaKerem is the largest house, accommodating 50 lone soldiers (mainly secular), including both men and women, immigrants and Israelis, religious and secular individuals. The house is overseen by two counselors and offers a range of facilities, including a spacious kitchen for cooking, a large dining room, washing machines, and a huge yard. The floors are divided by gender, with separate sections for men and women.
- Arnona: A house accommodating 29 immigrant lone soldiers, primarily religious, with a few secular residents.
- King George Girls: A house located in the heart of Jerusalem, home to five religious immigrant lone soldiers.
- King George Boys: A house situated in the center of Jerusalem, housing 11 religious immigrant lone soldiers. A counselors resides in the house, who also oversees the girls' apartment located in the same building.
- Herzliya: A house accommodating 18 Israeli lone soldiers, with two counselors providing support.
- Professional and Emotional Support System: As part of the guidance and support process, the Center offers a wide range of psychological treatments. The type of support, its duration, and the selection of a therapist are determined collaboratively by the soldier's coordinator and the director of the guidance and support program. Treatments are tailored to the soldiers' individual needs and include options such as traditional therapy, CBT, art therapy, and more. Additionally, during periods of combat, group therapy sessions are conducted as needed.
- Support in Rights Advocacy and Access: The Center provides guidance and assistance in navigating rights advocacy processes with the army, government agencies, banks, and more. Many young individuals face the challenge of submitting various assistance requests to organizations such as social security agencies and government ministries. These processes can be complicated and overwhelming, often requiring mediation and support. The organization's staff is dedicated to helping soldiers successfully navigate and complete these applications.
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Community and Enrichment Activities:
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Support on Recruitment Day and at Ceremonies:
The Center’s coordinators and volunteers accompany soldiers on their recruitment day and attend ceremonies and significant events during their military service for those who request it. -
Support with Service-Related Issues:
Soldiers who feel they are not receiving the rights or support they are entitled to — whether related to their status as lone soldiers or otherwise—can reach out to us, and we will work to ensure they receive the assistance they deserve. -
Preparation for Civilian Life:
Developing personalized plans for transitioning out of the IDF and adapting to civilian life, along with lectures on the topic.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I register for the Center's program?
You can schedule an introductory meeting with a coordinator and register for the program, no matter where you live—whether in the north, south, or any other region of the country.
How can I find out what rights I’m entitled to as a lone soldier?
Feel free to reach out to our coordinators, who will gladly explain all the rights you’re entitled to.
What housing solutions does the Center offer, and how can I apply?
The Center operates six houses across the country, each with its own unique features (details about each house can be found at the top of the page). To apply, simply fill out the housing application form, and a representative will contact you to schedule an interview.
If I don’t live in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or Be’er Sheva, can I still register for the Center's program?
Yes, the Center operates six houses across the country, each with its own unique features (you can find details about all the houses at the top of the page). You’re welcome to fill out the housing application form, and a representative will contact you to arrange an interview.
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