OUR TEAM

MEET THE PEOPLE WHO MAKE THIS JOURNEY POSSIBLE

What sets Shefer apart
is not only cutting edge technology,
but the people behind it.

Over 100 professionals,
including nurses, psychologists, therapists, teachers, and support staff,
working together with one goal:
to help each child reach their full potential.
We work one-on-one and as one,
because every step forward is a step towards care.

SHEFER'S MANAGEMENT TEAM

Rabbi Yehuda Levi
Chairman,
Ohel Institutions
מינדי טרויבע
מנהלת
מרכז שפר
רחלי פריימן
מנהלת מקצועית
מרכז שפר
דסי ארלנגר
סגנית
מרכז שפר
רבקה לב
עובדת
סוציאלית
דורית לייבו
פסיכולוגית חינוכית

OUR TEAM

Professionals from across disciplines working together to support each child.

Educational Team
Paramedical Team
Therapeutic and Emotional Team
Medical Team

MILESTONES

Tamar, Head of Occupational Therapy

Win the Game, Break the Barrier

“When I saw Yaffa manage to catch the card on her own for the first time, I knew it wasn’t just a game. That was the moment she felt like everyone else.”

Sometimes, difficulties with grasping or fine motor control can prevent a child from fully participating in play. Through creative adaptations, assistive tools, and flexible thinking, we make sure every child can take part. What begins as a motor challenge becomes an opportunity for innovation, confidence, and meaningful learning.

Giti, Head of Communication Clinics, Early Childhood Division

A Taste of Independence

“Enjoying a favorite food on their own may seem simple, but for our children it means everything. It’s the moment they can say, ‘I can do it myself.’ It’s a matter of dignity.”

“Enjoying a favorite food on their own may seem simple, but for our children it means everything. It’s the moment they can say, ‘I can do it myself.’ It’s a matter of dignity.”

Ronit, Head of Physiotherapy

One small step, a lasting change

“The suit helps his muscles remember the movement, and my hands give him the confidence to try. When Dobby stands, I feel like I’m flying with him.”

Children who struggle with movement and posture receive intensive physiotherapy, including suit therapy that supports stability and alignment. This treatment strengthens muscles, improves posture, and helps children learn to stand and walk independently.

Sarah, Physiotherapist

Feeling like everyone else

“On the bike, Hani feels like any other child. Every ride builds her confidence and independence.”

Children who have difficulty moving their legs or performing daily activities are provided with adapted equipment, such as rehabilitative handbikes, that allow them to stay active alongside their peers. These tools strengthen muscles, develop motor skills, and support full participation in everyday activities.

Ziona, Head of the School’s Speech Therapy Department

Giving a Voice to What’s in the Heart

“When words come together in the right order, they become an experience. Nahorai feels that he is heard and understood.”

For children in rehabilitation, language does not always develop in a clear or structured way. Early experiences may be processed and organized differently, making it harder to express thoughts and feelings. Through hands-on activities using visual cards, children learn to organize their experiences, tell their personal stories, and share what they are going through.

Desi, Head of the IT Department

Expressing Yourself in New Ways

“There are many ways to communicate.”

We never give up on a child’s ability to express themselves. When speech isn’t accessible in the usual way, we are committed to finding the method that works best for each child to share their needs, thoughts, and feelings. Using a range of tools—communication boards, digital displays, iPads with specialized software, and eye-gaze systems—we tailor solutions to each child’s abilities and motor skills.

Every message is a step toward self-expression, greater independence, and a deeper connection with the world around them.

Esti, Consultant

Understanding the Heart Behind the Words

“When a child learns to share their feelings, I see their inner world become clearer and stronger.”

support in understanding and expressing their emotions. We help them identify their feelings, make sense of their inner experiences, and put those feelings into words.

This process builds confidence and self-worth, supports emotional regulation, and helps children form stronger, more meaningful relationships with family and friends

Haya, Assistive Technology Instructor

Learning like everyone else

“Faige is able to learn and make progress thanks to the iPad.”

Children who struggle with traditional learning use assistive technology to participate in class, write, and complete learning activities. These tools strengthen independence and allow them to take an active role in school.

Faige, Head of Vision

Focus and progress

“Visual adjustments open the way for Ellie to learn in a meaningful way.”

Children with visual challenges use targeted supports to identify, track, and scan. These tools strengthen reading skills, build confidence, and help them navigate their environment both in and beyond the classroom.

Haya, Rehabilitation Equipment Specialist

Tailored for Every Child

“With the right equipment, Yaeli can stand and play alongside everyone—nothing holds her back.”

One of the key goals of rehabilitation is helping each child become as independent as possible across different environments. At our center, children receive personalized, functional equipment tailored to their needs. These tools enable them to stay active, participate in everyday activities, and experience a sense of equality, confidence, and independence alongside their peers.

Rebecca, Speech Therapist

Words That Empower

“When Esti learns new words, she gains the tools to express herself and her experiences.”

Expanding language and vocabulary is a key part of development. Working with a speech therapist, children build their word bank and learn strategies to access and use language more effectively. This enables them to communicate more clearly, grow in independence, and share their inner world with others.

Liba, Occupational Therapist

Imagination That Strengthens the Body

“Virtual reality gives Chaim the chance to experience movement in situations that aren’t accessible to him in everyday life. In that space, he can succeed—and that success builds his independence.”

“Virtual reality gives Chaim the chance to experience movement in situations that aren’t accessible to him in everyday life. In that space, he can succeed—and that success builds his independence.”