Hesed Nahalot Avot Azriel, Kiev, Ukraine

Hesed Nahalot Avot Azriel operates a medical rehabilitation equipment fund, which cares for 271 bedridden clients and 829 with low mobility.

Clients may use equipment for as long as it is needed. When equipment is returned, it is often unusable, creating a demand for new supplies.

WJR's funds will cover items such as mobility and bathing aids.

Hesed's intervention through blankets, medication and food are more likely to achieve the desired aim if homes are not draughty.

Rather than walk around inside wearing layers of clothing, like others, these elderly are now able to wear single layers in their homes without feeling the cold.