Ohel Children's Home and Family Services

Ohel Children's Home and Family Services Providing comprehensive social and emotional services for all ages.

Since 1969, Ohel has served as a dependable haven of individual and family support, helping people of all ages effectively manage disability, surmount everyday challenges, heal from trauma, and manage with strength and dignity during times of crisis.

12/31/2025

And that’s a wrap! Wishing everyone a happy and healthy new year, from our to yours.

12/29/2025

New Year’s Eve culture can be intense. The pressure to drink, party, or go along with the crowd is real—especially if you’re in recovery. But here’s your reminder: You don’t have to give in.

Protect your progress with these two essential tips:

1️⃣ Don’t be afraid to say no.
Whether it’s to an invite, a drink, or a situation that doesn’t feel safe—your "no" is valid. You don’t owe anyone an explanation. Your recovery is worth more than a moment of fitting in.

2️⃣ Choose your celebration wisely.
Opt for spaces and people that honor your journey. That could mean spending the night with close friends who support your goals, joining a recovery-friendly event, or even having a quiet night to reflect and reset. There's no one "right" way to ring in the new year.

You get to decide what this NYE looks like—and it should feel empowering, not pressuring.

12/24/2025

Struggling to understand your teen’s screen use, risky behaviors, or sudden shifts in mood? Join Ohel’s expert panel for “Not Just A Phase, Not Always An Addiction”—a powerful Zoom webinar tackling the complex realities of teen behavioral addictions. Learn how to spot the signs, what’s really going on beneath the surface, and how to respond with clarity and compassion.

📅 Wednesday, January 7, 2026
🕗 8:00–9:15 PM
🎓 For parents & educators
🔗 Register now via the

12/23/2025

Bina and Avrumy Mendlowitz, recipients of Ohel’s Breaking Barriers Award, bravely shared the story of their beloved son Shimon A”H, who died by su***de at Ohel’s 56th Annual Gala. By speaking publicly, they are breaking the silence around mental health—and opening the door for others to seek help, healing, and hope.

If you are in crisis or immediate danger, call the Su***de & Crisis Hotline at 988.

For ongoing support, counseling, or help navigating a mental health challenge, contact Ohel at access@ohelfamily.org or via the link in bio.

You are not alone.

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Across countless neighborhood, shul, and school initiatives, the Ohel community came together to ensure that every child...
12/22/2025

Across countless neighborhood, shul, and school initiatives, the Ohel community came together to ensure that every child, teen, and adult in our care felt the warmth, joy, and dignity of Chanukah.

Through Ohel’s Chanukah Gift Drive, over 1,100 gifts were donated and distributed to individuals and families across a wide range of Ohel programs.

Each participating group embraced a different population within Ohel, tailoring their donations to meet unique needs. Toys and games, scarves and cosmetics, handmade blankets and personal care items were all thoughtfully chosen—some even lovingly crafted—to make recipients feel seen and valued.

What began as a seasonal campaign blossomed into a movement of generosity. And because of that collective effort, 1,100 individuals across Ohel experienced the light of Chanukah—through kindness, connection, and care.

To learn how you can get involved and volunteer with Ohel, please contact Volunteers@ohelfamily.org

Residents across our Ohel homes came together to celebrate Chanukah with warmth, connection, and tradition.From lighting...
12/21/2025

Residents across our Ohel homes came together to celebrate Chanukah with warmth, connection, and tradition.

From lighting the menorah and singing Hallel to sharing meals filled with latkes and sufganiyot, these moments of joy and belonging capture the true spirit of Chanukah.

It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of Gloria Kaylie A”H.Gloria, together with her husband H...
12/17/2025

It is with a very heavy heart that we inform you of the passing of Gloria Kaylie A”H.

Gloria, together with her husband Harvey A”H, envisioned a summer camp where children of all abilities could grow, play, and thrive—side by side. That vision became Camp Kaylie.

Camp Kaylie and Ohel remain deeply committed to carrying her legacy of compassion, inclusion, and joy forward in her memory.

May God comfort the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.

12/17/2025

Alex Kleytman z”l survived the Holocaust—only to be murdered in Sydney, Australia, for being Jewish.

The horrific antisemitic attack in Bondi Beach is especially triggering for Holocaust survivors and their children—reawakening fear, grief, and inherited trauma.

Just last week, Ohel’s Older Adult Services hosted a timely webinar for second-generation survivors:
“Facing Today’s Antisemitism Through the Lens of Legacy.”

Led by Rena Schainholtz, Assistant Director of Older Adult Services, and our team of dedicated social workers, this session offers tools for processing antisemitism through the lens of identity, strength, and generational resilience.

▶️ Watch it here: www.ohelfamily.org/videos/facing-todays-antisemitism-through-the-lens-of-legacy/

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12/16/2025

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If you or someone you know needs help, Ohel is here. Reach out to us on WhatsApp via the .
12/15/2025

If you or someone you know needs help, Ohel is here. Reach out to us on WhatsApp via the .

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1268 East 14th Street
New York, NY
11230

Telephone

+17188516300

Website

https://www.ohelfamily.org/donate

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