The Law for Treatment of the Mentally Ill A mentally ill individual is one who suffers from impaired judgment and sense of reality. This law defines the rights of the mentally ill, as well as the measures that can be taken for them. For example, an individual who suffers from schizophrenia and believes that he is Read More…
Personal Preventive Medicine The basket includes such services as: Checkups and guidance for pregnant women Tests for early detection of congenital diseases and birth defects Immunization and developmental testing for infants and children Health services for schoolchildren These services are usually provided at family health stations (Tipat Chalav) or within the school framework. Some of Read More…
Different Populations In discussing mental health care rights it is important to distinguish between several populations that these rights address. First, there is the general population in Israel that may encounter acute or ongoing psychological issues, and have rights addressed in the National Health Insurance Law. Another sub-population is considered the “mentally disabled” (nachei nefesh) who Read More…
Kupat Cholim Eligibility for anyone who is insured Anyone who is insured by a Kupat Cholim is eligible for a Kupat Cholim contribution towards the purchase of a hearing device. Accurate as of August 2010, the Kupat Cholim contribution is a total of 851 NIS per year per ear. Eligibility for those who are age Read More…
Note: This information is intended to aid interactions with qualified social workers and other assistance professionals. The mobility benefits program provides various forms of assistance to people with impairments that limit their mobility, with the aim of helping them to integrate into the community and develop an independent life. These benefits include eligibility for a Read More…
The Law In 1994 the Knesset passed the National Health Insurance Law, establishing the means and measures for upholding the following principles. Application to all residents: Every resident of Israel is entitled to health services under the National Health Insurance Law. Provision of service is not connected to the ability to pay: A resident pays for health Read More…
Rehabilitation, Walking and Mobility Devices The Ministry of Health assists in funding the cost of rehabilitation, walking and mobility devices for persons with a permanent disability based on criteria established in the ministry procedures. The service is provided to the public through the health offices. Handicapped persons who were injured in work accidents, hostile acts, Read More…
