Greetings

Dear Friends,

We have had a truly exciting year in Jerusalem. If you were able to read the last edition of "Insights" I spoke of a joint partnership with Perkins School for the Blind in Massachusetts. This effort came to fruition in May when we brought together educators and scholars from many parts of the world, all experts in childhood visual impairment and disability. After speaking with the staff, I know new directions for our students have been forged by the sharing of knowledge by these renowned experts.

Back at the school, the new Hydrotherapy Center has greatly expanded our ability to care for our special students. This form of therapy is the cornerstone of our work, as it offers so many new possibilities and experiences. Thanks to your support, we have been able to build one of the finest pools in the country. The attention given to every last detail makes our center unique; and because of you, our students can have the most accessible, respectful and pleasurable therapy experience possible – all in a beautifully designed facility.

If you have a chance, come and visit when you are next in Israel. I will be delighted to host you and I believe you will experience Keren Or as a place of light, optimism and hope. You will see for yourselves how profoundly your support changes our students’ lives.

With my best wishes for a year of health and happiness,

Tamara Silberberg
Executive Director, Keren Or Israel

Dear friend: Welcome to the world of Keren Or!

When visiting Keren Or you will find an environment unlike any other in the world. It is a magical place where trained, dedicated and caring teachers and therapists, working with highly specialized equipment and facilities, can make miracles happen for blind multi-disabled children and young adults.

Keren Or is Israel's only residential center specializing in the care and treatment of children who are blind or have very low vision and who are afflicted with other serious mental or physical disabilities. Our state-of-the-art facilities and methods allow each of our 100 students to reach for their own personal stars - to learn, to grow and to develop to his or her own potential

Until recently, Keren Or students ranged from infants to age 20. A few years ago we instituted an innovative group home project for our 21 year-old graduates. Those who are able now live semi-independently and work in sheltered environments, yet maintain their connection to Keren Or and use our therapeutic and specialized recreational facilities regularly.

See how our children learn, play and live together with their teachers, therapists and families. Then make your commitment to join us by sponsoring either the adaptive equipment or the therapeutic sessions our kids require. Your satisfaction is guaranteed!

If you'd like more information, or if you are planning a trip to Israel and want to see the school in person, please contact our office at (212) 279-4070 or write us at Keren Or, Inc., 350 Seventh Avenue, Suite 701, New York, NY 10001.

We look forward to having you join our family!

Dr. Edward L. Steinberg
Chairman of the Board