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PTSD and Mental Health Services

Leading the support, care, and treatment of IDF Soldiers with PTSD​

The Israeli Ministry of Defense estimates that 5% of soldiers suffer from acute PTSD. For those with physical injuries, the risk of acute PTSD rises significantly. Anticipating these unprecedented needs, FIDF is collaborating with the IDF, the medical and academic communities, and the Ministry of Defense to proactively address this crisis with an $117M and counting plan to provide comprehensive solutions for active-duty soldiers and veterans. FIDF’s plan of support includes four main areas of support.
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PTSD & Mental Health Solutions

Building Resilience Prior to Battle​

Building Resilience Prior to Battle​

FIDF is funding a Research and Development Center dedicated to resilience, mental health, and trauma research. Utilizing this research, IDF combat commanders are trained prior to combat on how to prevent, identify, and address PTSD in their unit.

Early Detection & Prevention for Active-Duty Soldiers​

Early Detection & Prevention for Active-Duty Soldiers​

FIDF’s Soldier Recharge program allows soldiers to recharge and recuperate from combat at a retreat center where mental health professionals screen for early warning signs of distress and promptly address them as needed.

Mental Health Treatment for Active-Duty Soldiers​

Mental Health Treatment for Active-Duty Soldiers​

FIDF is financing the construction of a facility for therapy for traumatized, active-duty soldiers in need of help during their service. The IDF National Center for Mental Health and Resilience will be first-ever dedicated facility for soldiers in Israel.

Mental Health Treatment for Veterans​

Mental Health Treatment for Veterans​

FIDF is partnering with the Sheba Medical Center and the IDF Disabled Veterans Organization in a nation-wide initiative to provide comprehensive mental health services to discharged soldiers, veterans, and their families. FIDF is bolstering Sheba Medical Center’s mental health care capacity by 50% and is establishing a trauma treatment network with locations across the country.

Explore More FIDF Commitments

Each year, FIDF fulfills a dynamic portfolio of commitments dedicated to meaningful, life-changing programs.

Wounded Soldier and Bereaved Families Support

Healing and hope for those who need it most.

Education

Empowering the leaders of tomorrow.

Lone Soldier Support

Making sure they never feel alone.

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