Project Chai Hosts Community-Wide Call Tonight in Response to Greenwood Lake Tragedy

Posted on August 19, 2019 by Chai Lifeline

The Jewish community is reeling with heartbreak following the tragic news of Reb Dovid Traube’s, z”l, drowning in Greenwood Lake yesterday.

In response to the numerous questions and concerns we have received, Project Chai, the crisis intervention, trauma and bereavement department of Chai Lifeline, will host a community-wide conference call tonight, Monday, August 19, at 9:30 p.m. ET. Rabbi Dr. Dovid Fox, Project Chai Director of Interventions and Community Education, will address various psychological, spiritual, parenting, and practical concerns regarding children and adults.

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Bike4Chai Celebrates Ten Years of Pedaling for Pediatric Illness

Posted on August 16, 2019 by Chai Lifeline

Nearly 600 cyclists rode 180 miles across three states in support of children living with illness as part the tenth annual Bike4 Chai, August 14-15. The premier cycling event raises funds for Chai Lifeline, the international children’s health support network which provides emotional, social, and financial assistance to children with life-threatening or lifelong illnesses and their families.

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Chai Lifeline’s Summer Dayz Brings Fun & Play in Sunshine State

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Atara Arbesfeld

Each school year, many children look forward to the summer months with great anticipation, eagerly counting down the days to the camp experience that awaits them. For children and families experiencing illness or loss, the benefits of camp are many, bringing joy, friendship, and camaraderie, as well as instilling confidence, for those dealing with such challenges.

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Pedal With Purpose: Bike4Chai Celebrates Ten Years

Posted on July 25, 2019 by myaniv

On August 14-15, nearly 600 cyclists will ride 180 miles across three states as part of Bike4Chai. Now in its tenth year, the annual cycling event raises funds for Chai Lifeline, the international children’s health support network which provides emotional, social, and financial assistance to children with life-threatening or lifelong illnesses and their families.

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Thousands Show Support for Chai Lifeline Lakewood at Annual Reception

Posted on July 25, 2019 by myaniv

Watch: A Chai Lifeline Girl’s Wish & The Rosh Yeshiva’s Bracha

A powerful video of the Lakewood Rosh Yeshiva Harav Yeruchem Olshin shlita’s bracha to a little girl at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia was shown to a crowd of thousands last night at the Chai Lifeline dinner in Ateres Chana – Bais Faiga Hall in Lakewood, NJ.

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Tour De Simcha Riders Go The Extra Mile for Children of Chai Lifeline

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Chai Lifeline

The Tour de France may be making international headlines, but another cycling event took place much closer to home on Tuesday, July 16. One hundred and sixty women decked out in sporty black and bright pink uniforms took part in the annual Tour de Simcha, an all-female cycling event that raises funds benefitting Chai Lifeline, the international health network supporting children and families living with life-threatening and lifelong illnesses.

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Dr. Peter Cole, Rutgers Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, Visits Camp Simcha

Posted on July 9, 2019 by myaniv

Visit Highlights Strong Bond Between Chai Lifeline and Rutgers Cancer Institute of NJ

Dr. Peter D. Cole, Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology, visited Camp Simcha, Chai Lifeline’s summer camp for children and teenagers battling cancer and other blood disorders, on Wednesday afternoon. The visit highlighted the close partnership between Chai Lifeline and Rutgers Cancer Institute, and their efforts to improve the lives of children facing serious illness.

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i-Shine Wraps Up Successful School Year

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Chai Lifeline

School’s out and summer is here, and Chai Lifeline’s i-Shine programs have completed another successful year.

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Chai Lifeline Young Leaders Gather For Fifth Annual Summer Soirée

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Chai Lifeline

Over 100 members of Chai Lifeline West Coast’s Young Leaders Initiative gathered at the home of Marilyn and Jaime Sohacheski on June 17 for an evening of fun and inspiration at Chai Lifeline West Coast’s Fifth Annual Summer Soiree. The evening of appreciation recognized the commitment and support of Chai Lifeline’s Young Leaders—couples and individuals in their 20s, 30s and early 40s who champion Chai Lifeline’s mission of enhancing the lives of children and families living with serious illness or loss in their homes.

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2018: A Year of Growth

Posted on June 19, 2019 by Administrator

Report Looks Back at Year of Record Growth and Impact at Chai Lifeline

As Chai Lifeline’s recently-published Impact Report shows, 2018 was a year of significant achievement. From a 15% increase in the number of children supported to various new, innovative programs, Chai Lifeline had a powerful impact on families living with pediatric illness or loss.

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