Camp Simcha, Chai Lifeline’s flagship summer program for children with life-threatening and chronic illnesses, was honored to welcome Dr. Jay Storm, Chief of Neurosurgery and Co-Director of the Neuroscience Center at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, for a special visit to its Glen Spey, NY campus.
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Dr. Jesse Taylor, Chief of the Division of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Oral Surgery at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), visited Chai Lifeline NJ this week. Dr. Taylor also serves as Co-Director of CHOP’s Cleft Lip and Palate Program and Craniofacial Program and holds the prestigious Peter Randall Endowed Chair of Plastic Surgery.
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This August, over 700 cyclists from around the world will unite for Bike4Chai, a two-day, 180-mile journey that raises critical funds for Chai Lifeline, the international support network for children and families facing serious illness, crisis, and loss.
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Einav Danino, mother of Ori Danino HY”D, who was kidnapped and murdered by Hamas following the Nova Music Festival on October 7, recently visited Camp Simcha, Chai Lifeline’s medically supervised summer camp for children with cancer and serious illness.
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A group of courageous Israeli girls battling cancer arrived in New York on Thursday, July 26, aboard one of the first civilian flights out of Israel since the recent ceasefire with Iran. Their destination: Camp Simcha, Chai Lifeline’s medically supervised overnight camp in Glen Spey, NY, for children with cancer and other life-threatening illnesses.
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On Sunday, May 25, Chai Lifeline marked a significant milestone with the formal launch of its Sephardic Division, celebrated at the beautiful home of Abe and Vivian Dushey in Deal, NJ. The event brought together over 350 community members, leaders, and supporters to recognize the impact Chai Lifeline has made, and continues to make, within the Sephardic community.
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This past Shabbos, May 23-24, the Englewood Jewish community once again opened its hearts and homes for Chai Lifeline’s 14th annual Englewood Shabbaton—a deeply moving weekend filled with connection, compassion, and unwavering community support. The Shabbaton welcomed over 60 Chai Lifeline children and teens and brought together more than 150 participants for a weekend of unity and simcha.
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This summer, Chai Lifeline will once again bring the magic and joy of Camp Simcha to communities across the country through Camp Simcha Without Borders, offering thrilling day camp experiences for children and teens impacted by serious illness and medical challenges.
With programs planned in cities across Chai Lifeline regions—including Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Baltimore, and Lakewood—Camp Simcha Without Borders ensures that every child, no matter their medical condition or ability to travel, can experience the laughter, friendship, and empowerment that define Camp Simcha.
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From March 27–30, Chai Lifeline’s LH Financial Services National Retreat provided families of children with serious illnesses from across North America with a meaningful and restorative pre-Pesach experience. More than 275 children, parents, and staff gathered at the scenic Camp Simcha campus in Glen Spey, NY, where they were enveloped in warmth, support, and the opportunity to connect with others facing similar challenges.
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In the wake of the devastating car crash that claimed the lives of two young girls and a mother in Flatbush over Shabbat, Chai Lifeline’s Sephardic Division has been on the ground providing immediate crisis and trauma support to a shocked and grieving community.
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