Beit Issie Shapiro
http://www.beitissie.org.il/Eng/
Charity Category:
Disabilities
Location: INTERNATIONAL
Building a better future for poeple with special needs in Israel. Development of innovative service models; advocacy, influencing attitudes, policy change; developing and disseminating knowledge through research and training.
Pioneers and Catalysts for Social Change: Beit Issie Shapiro has taken the lead in developing a wide range of services in Israel, and has acted as a catalyst for positive social change. New Services and Treatments Pioneered by Beit Issie Shapiro:1981 First therapeutic daycare service for children with severe mental retardation 1981 First Early Intervention Center providing a head-start for for young children 1982 First Ambulatory Treatment Clinic for children with mild developmental disabilities 1989 Established the first Dental exclusively serving people with developmental disabilities 1992 Opened a Therapeutic Swimming and Recreation Center gaining recognition for hydrotherapy as a treatment method 1993 Opened the first Snoezelen - Controlled Multi-sensory Rroom – in Israel - has subsequently spearheaded the establishment of Snoezelen facilities and the training of therapists in over 300 centers 1994 established a Research and Evaluation Unit - 1996 - unique for a service organization. 1995 First “inclusion program” for children with moderate to severe mental retardation 1995 First Family Guidance and Treatment Clinic exclusively for families of children with special needs 1999 Opened a Sport and Recreation Center to promote fitness and promote good health 2001 Opened the Kalansua Early Intervention Center for Arab children -- the first comprehensive therapeutic daycare service for Arab children 2005 Opened Park Chaverim - Friendship Park – the first integrated and accessible park in Israel 2007 Opened new extended and renovated campus to host a growing range of services and people served. Milestones in Training and Enriching Professionals Advocacy and Social Rights Letter from Former President Bill Clinton, congratulating Beit Issie Shapiro