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INTRODUCING THE BLUE DOVE FOUNDATION

In the Jewish community, discussions about mental illness and substance abuse tend to be rare, if they happen at all. As a result, many individuals and their families suffer in private and lack the information necessary to address their issues. The Blue Dove Foundation is working toward advancing these conversations, eradicating shame and educating the community.

EDUCATION, AWARENESS & OUTREACH

Raising awareness through outreach is the first step in educating people about health-related issues like mental illness and addiction. We offer a variety of resources for groups and individuals:

Mental Health Tool Kit

Just as CPR helps you assist an individual having a heart attack, the Mental Health Toolkit and training helps you assist someone experiencing a mental illness or substance abuse-related crisis. The Toolkit is meant to be a first line of defense – not necessarily to resolve a problem, but rather to help identify an issue and refer the individual to an appropriate professional. We are currently developing the tool kit and hope to have available for the Summer of 2020.

Zero Interest Loans

Not everyone who needs treatment can afford it. We are working toward overcoming financial barriers that limit access to treatment programs. Working with our partners, we offer interest-free loans to Jewish Community members who are able to demonstrate a legitimate need and ability to repay the loan. Priority will be given to applicants who are unable to obtain funds through normal lending sources. One of the highest forms of tzedakah is an interest free loan.

TOOLS & RESOURCES

Using Jewish spirituality and faith as a guide, the Blue Dove Foundation creates educational tools and resources that can be used by individuals. This includes a High Holiday Toolkit and resources for different Jewish holidays. Check out the resources tab to learn more.

Educational Speaker Series

Throughout the year, the Blue Dove Foundation co-hosts programs with community partners on a topic that is relevant and timely. These events are developed for the community and by community members and organizations. We always welcome feedback to help us best provide education, share resources and build relationships.

Faith and Mental Health: How Are We Coping?

COVID-19 has challenged us to our core.
Fear. Loneliness. Helplessness.

These are just a few of the mental health challenges that we face daily. Community faith leaders are being called upon to help those in need as never before.

Join us to hear how leaders from different faith based communities, in the U.S. and in Israel are meeting these challenges in these trying times.