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Supporting Orthodox Jewish Families Through Mental Health Crises

Guidance, Connection, and Support When You Need It Most

Guidance, Connection, and Support When You Need It Most
At Gesher, we understand the unique challenges Orthodox Jewish families face during mental health crises. Our mission is to bridge the gap by connecting families with culturally sensitive, expert support tailored to their specific needs. From personalized case management to community collaboration, our services are designed to ensure no one has to navigate these challenges alone.

Case Management and Comprehensive Support

At Gesher, we provide personalized case management, offering continuous guidance and hands-on support throughout the mental health journey. Our dedicated case managers work closely with clients to ensure they are navigating their challenges effectively and accessing the necessary resources. This includes:

Ongoing Guidance

Case managers serve as a consistent point of contact, offering regular check-ins and advice. They help clients make informed decisions about their treatment and recovery, ensuring that no one has to face their struggles alone.

Medication Management

For clients who are prescribed medication by a psychiatrist, Gesher plays an active role in managing and monitoring their treatment plan. We work alongside mental health professionals to ensure that medication is taken as prescribed, track its effects, and address any concerns or side effects. Our team is there to ensure the treatment is as effective as possible, providing both the client and their family with the necessary support and guidance.

Support Every Step of the Way

From initial assessment to ongoing care, our case managers help clients and their families understand the treatment process, connect with appropriate professionals, and offer emotional support throughout. We bridge the gap between clients and the services they need, helping them stay on track with their mental health goals.

Coordinating Care

In addition to medication management, case managers facilitate communication between different healthcare providers, ensuring a coordinated and seamless approach to treatment. Whether it's scheduling appointments, arranging for therapies, or collaborating with psychiatrists, we ensure that every aspect of the client's care is well-organized.

Support for Spouses

When a person is facing a mental health crisis, the spouse is often deeply affected and may struggle with feelings of helplessness, stress, or confusion. At Gesher, we recognize the importance of supporting not only the individual but also their spouse. We offer guidance, emotional support, and practical resources to help spouses manage their own well-being while supporting their partner through the recovery process. Our case managers work closely with spouses, helping them navigate the complexities of their role, communicate effectively, and maintain their own mental and emotional health during challenging times.

A Non-Profit Organization with a Mission to Serve

As a nonprofit organization based in Brooklyn, New York, Gesher serves communities from Brooklyn to Lakewood. Our services are offered free of charge and supported by generous philanthropic funding. This allows us to focus solely on providing accessible, high-quality guidance and care coordination for Orthodox Jewish families facing mental health challenges.

Gesher is your bridge to culturally sensitive, compassionate support—helping families find stability and hope during their most challenging times.

A young couple grappled with severe childhood trauma, putting their marriage and emotional well-being at risk. Gesher provided them with comprehensive support, focusing on healing from past wounds and rebuilding their relationship through specialized therapy and community resources.

Overcoming Childhood Trauma Together

After a young mother was hospitalized due to severe psychological distress, she found herself unable to function at home, leaving her children in need of care. Gesher intervened with in-home support and arranged for the children to be hosted by compassionate community members, ensuring the family remained intact and supported during the mother's recovery process.

Support Through Post-Hospitalization

An individual faced the dual challenges of an eating disorder and substance use, compounded by joblessness and hopelessness. Previous attempts at rehabilitation had failed. Gesher provided a lifeline by connecting them with effective treatment options and a supportive network, focusing on holistic recovery and reintegration into the community.

Navigating Mental Health and Substance Use

A 40-year-old struggled with OCD, anxiety, depression, and BPD, experiencing 20 years of unsuccessful therapy and reaching the brink of suicide. Gesher's intervention involved developing a new, comprehensive care plan that finally offered hope and a path forward through a combination of clinical support and community engagement.

Bringing Hope to a Family Facing OCD and Depression

A family was thrown into turmoil when one member experienced a first episode of psychosis, leading to joblessness, substance use, and a strain on marital relations. Gesher's approach centered on addressing the immediate crisis while fostering a supportive environment for recovery, emphasizing the importance of maintaining family and marital stability.

Restoring Balance Amidst First Episode Psychosis

Case Studies

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