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Dana Ophir and Matan Rutger, former IDF soldiers that were wounded during their service, toured close to a dozen colleges on the East Coast.

This past Sunday was a very special day that will long be remembered by the campers and counselors at Camp HASC. About two dozen Jewish motorcyclists, representing the Chai Rider Motorcycle Club of New York, visited the campus in Parksville, New York.

Dogs4Soldiers, under the Belev Echad organization, combines dog therapy with other treatment methods to help IDF veterans battling PTSD.

It took me more than 10 years to admit that I suffered from post-traumatic syndrome

“They care and want to listen. It was a beautiful thing to see, and I better understand the connection of American Jews to Israel,” said 26-year-old wounded Israeli veteran Omer Mor, who experiences a chance to interact with Diaspora Jewry as part of Belev Echad.

The trip was part of the flagship program of an organization called “Belev Echad” (Hebrew for “With One Heart”), which began as an impromptu initiative to help wounded IDF soldiers in need.

Trips organized by the non-profit Belev Echad give injured IDF soldiers the chance to connect with US Jews and with each other

The community showered them with love… because that is the best therapy - Click the link for more details.

Raz Bibi, a former law enforcement officer who was wounded while serving with Israel Police, speaks to i24NEWS from Israel on April 17, 2022. Photo: I24 i24 News – Belev Echad, a nonprofit supporting wounded security forces in Israel, is helping veterans rebuild their lives after experiencing violence. Raz Bibi, a former law enforcement officer| USSA News

Israeli news highlights from the past two weeks.