Supporting Israel Defense Forces veterans and their families affected by traumatic service-related experiences to rebuild healthy, productive lives.
L’Harim helps Israel Defense Forces veterans and family members affected by traumatic service-related experiences begin the work of healing from the invisible scars of war.
L’Harim creates space for veterans, families, and American supporters to build deep, lasting bonds.
The journey helps participants connect with additional publicly available services and resources so their healing can continue beyond the program.
Participants gain insight into their trauma, learn practical coping tools, and begin developing healthier responses to daily stress, family life, and work challenges.
L’Harim offers a focused ten-day experience in a peaceful mountain environment, away from the noise of everyday life. In small groups, participants are guided by licensed therapists through reflection, connection, and practical skill-building.
Participants begin the journey in a calm mountain environment designed to create distance from daily pressures and open space for reflection.
Guided by licensed therapists, participants meet in small, supportive groups where they can begin processing traumatic service-related experiences at a pace that feels safe.
The program helps participants develop strategies for managing daily challenges, strengthening family relationships, and improving stability at work and at home.
Through shared experiences, participants learn how to communicate more openly, reconnect with loved ones, and build healthier patterns of support.
L’Harim helps participants and their families identify additional services and care options so recovery can continue after the journey ends.
Hear how community changes lives.
The workshop I participated in Vail Valley, Colorado, was far more than a life-changing personal experience. It not only provided me with the tools to cope with the experiences and challenges of my military service, but also had a profound impact on those closest to me, including my parents, siblings, and teammates in the army. Today, as a father, I continue to see how the lessons and skills I gained have shaped the way I approach life, relationships, and the challenges of parenthood.
L’Harim was created to support those carrying the invisible weight of service, trauma, and repeated conflict. We believe healing requires more than time. It requires safety, professional guidance, community, and a place where people feel seen.
Our name reflects our purpose. In Hebrew, L’Harim means both “to lift up” and “to the mountains.” The program brings participants into a peaceful mountain setting, where they can begin to lift themselves, their families, and one another toward recovery.
We bring together licensed therapists, dedicated leaders, and compassionate community members to create a meaningful bridge between Israeli veterans and supporters in the United States. Through this connection, participants receive emotional support, practical tools, and a renewed sense that they are not alone.
Our leadership team is united by a shared commitment to veterans, families, and long-term healing. Together, we work to create a safe, respectful, and deeply human experience for every participant.
Your contribution directly supports Israel Defense Forces veterans on their journey to healing and civilian transition. Choose the donation method that works best for you.
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Friends of B’shvil Hamachar, Inc. is an established 501(c)(3) foundation. Our EIN # is 83-2095700.
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An established 501(c)(3) foundation. Our EIN # is 83-2095700.
Whether you are a veteran, a family member, a therapist, a supporter, or someone who wants to learn more, we would be honored to hear from you.Reach out to join the L’Harim community, ask questions, support a participant’s journey, or explore ways to get involved.
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