Empowering Individuals With Special Needs And Their Families In Israel
Serving believing families in Israel by creating a supportive community where adults with special needs can grow socially, emotionally, and spiritually
Our Mission & Vision
Providing A Messianic Framework of Care for Special Needs Adults in Israel
"Makom Balev brings profound compassion to the special needs community at the heart of Israel. We are more than an organization; we are a dedicated family of believers devoted to providing a Messianic framework of care and support for adults with special needs from faith-based families."
Our mission is about supporting the special needs community, ensuring that every individual and family member receives both spiritual and social support. Our unique approach involves organizing events, educating, and equipping local congregations to actively support and participate in the journey of believing families.
Our Story
Building Foundations Of Care For Adults With Special Needs In Israel
Makom Balev ("A Place in the Heart") originates from the personal journey of Sasha and Lilian Granovsky, who were deeply moved by the joys and challenges of raising their daughter, Liel, who has special needs. Their experience shed light on a critical issue faced by countless parents in Israel: the abrupt cessation of government support for special needs individuals upon reaching age 21.
When children relying on this support turn 21, a new framework is needed for these families. While there are current secular or religious Jewish options, and some government support, they are insufficient and lack the spiritual heart we believe is God's desire for His people. Makom Balev is the first Messianic organization to step into this gap.
Our vision is to ensure that every person, regardless of ability, is valued as an essential and blessed part of the body of Yeshua. Join us on this journey of compassion and transformation, where a loving community ensures no family faces the challenges of special needs alone.
How we Work
Education & Engagement
Educate and engage the local community, equipping them to lovingly and effectively serve people with special needs and their families. Workshops and outreach initiatives foster understanding and inclusion.
Integration into the Body of Yeshua
Integrate individuals with special needs into the local body of Yeshua through conferences, camps, holiday activities, and ministry work. This not only enriches their lives but also spiritually strengthens our entire community.
Establishing a Residential Center
Our vision includes establishing a nurturing home for adults with special needs, helping them transition to more independent living while providing a spiritually enriching environment.
Our Dedicated Team
Makom Balev Team
Sasha & Lilian
Founders
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Yoel
Operation Manager
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Michal
Office Manager & Public relations
Michelle
Occupational guide & Content writer
Hadas
Social Worker
Yohanan
Occupational guide
Jacob
Occupational guide
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