Support During Wartime We’re here to help you feel supported, connected, & informed — every step of the way. At Belong, your well-being comes first. During these difficult days, we’re here to make sure Olim have a strong safety net, clear information, and real people to lean on. Whether you need advice, local resources, or simply someone to listen, our community is here for you. We provide up-to-date resources, caring support, and access to verified services to help you navigate daily life safely & confidently — so you never feel alone. Join a safe space to ask questions, share updates, and connect with other Olim. We’ll keep you informed and help you find resources like local shelters, emergency contacts, and community assistance. Click the chat bubble to join our Olim Community: Stay connected with verified resources Home Front Command The Home Front Command provides official safety guidelines, emergency updates, and preparedness instructions for civilians during emergencies and wartime. Their website and alerts are available in multiple languages, helping non-Hebrew speakers stay informed and safe. ERAN - Ministry of Aliyah and Integration The Emotional Assistance & Support Hotline for New Olim by the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration offers free, confidential emotional support in multiple languages. Trained professionals are available to listen, help you cope with stress or anxiety, and guide you to the right resources — especially during challenging times. MADA - Magen David Adom Magen David Adom is Israel’s national emergency medical and disaster response organization. They provide ambulance services, blood donations, and life-saving first aid during emergencies and wartime. MDA operates 24/7 and shares updates in multiple languages to help everyone stay informed and safe. Tip: Find a shelter on Google Maps If you ever need to locate a shelter quickly, type “bomb shelter” into Google Maps or Waze to see nearby options. Always follow the Home Front Command’s official guidance first — but this can help in urgent moments. Remember, safety first. Emotional support hotlines (by kupat cholim) If you’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious, you don’t have to face it alone. Each health fund offers an emotional support hotline where professionals are ready to listen and help — in your language. You can also reach Israel’s National Resilience Center anytime, 24/7. Meuhedert: *3833 Leumit: *507 Maccabi: *3555 Clalit: *8703 National Resilience Center: *5486 — available 24/7 Tip: Assisting elderly neighbors Living near elderly neighbors? Help them as much as possible: choose the closest & safest shelter, practice getting there, and help them arrive early if possible — before the siren sounds — to prevent accidents or falls on the way. If someone is in emotional distress, remember that support from family, friends & neighbors, following the MaSHE model, can really help.
