When one soldier heals…

A life is reclaimed, a family is restored, hope is renewed.

For soldiers returning home, the fight is far from over.

These invisible wounds tear at the fabric of families and communities. When the cornerstone of family crumbles, the ripple effects threaten the stability of an entire nation.

Families bear the weight of fear, absence, and uncertainty, living in the shadow of invisible wounds that can fracture relationships.

Restoring Hope: A Journey from Darkness into Light

We are proud to introduce a groundbreaking year-long therapeutic program designed to heal the unseen wounds of Israel’s soldiers and their families.

In collaboration with Dr. Leetal Caidar Benzvi, a leading expert in trauma recovery for combat soldiers, this program combines immersive healing retreats and sustained therapeutic support to create a transformative path forward. Together, we aim to restore lives, rebuild families, and renew hope.


"The gaps between us feel immense. When I finally returned, we struggled to communicate, which shook our relationship. We are newlyweds, but even though it’s only been six months since I was last in Gaza, it feels like a lifetime. The fear of future deployments or crises still lingers. We need help."

Our Innovative Solution

This program is built on two pillars: immersive healing and sustained support—a combination that offers soldiers and their families a lifeline back to connection, strength, and hope.

Transformative Initial Retreat

The journey begins with a 10-day retreat in California. This retreat serves as the foundation for the year-long program. Studies show that leaving one's usual environment is one of the most powerful ways to initiate lasting change. During these ten days, soldiers and their spouses will begin the transformative work of reconnecting and healing.


"We desperately want to reconnect—with ourselves, with our love, and with the meaning we share as a couple. We also hope to gain a lot from the group dynamic. We believe that the group process is a crucial part of this journey."

At this retreat, participants experience:

  • A safe, nurturing environment: Complete removal from trauma triggers to focus on healing.

  • Intensive therapeutic work: Guided by highly trained Israeli therapists, soldiers and their spouses begin the deep work of reconnecting and healing.

  • Formation of lasting support networks: Bonds formed during the retreat create a foundation for long-term recovery.

This retreat is more than just a break from routine. It’s a life-changing experience that sets the stage for rebuilding relationships and rediscovering hope.

Year-Long Support

Healing doesn’t stop when the retreat ends. After this immersive retreat, soldiers and their spouses will return to Israel and begin the next phase of their healing journey.

Upon returning to Israel, participants continue their journey with:

  • Weekly therapy sessions: Ongoing support from the same therapists ensures momentum and progress.

  • Monthly mini-retreats: These gatherings reinforce healing practices, provide a sense of community, and strengthen family bonds.

  • Family-centered programs: Using both traditional methods like CBT and innovative expressive arts therapy, families find new ways to connect and heal together.


"This program came to us at just the right moment—during a very difficult period at home. The opportunity to share this experience with other couples going through similar challenges adds another layer of support. It offers a sense of belonging, openness, and a space where we can fully commit to the process."

This year-long structure ensures that soldiers and their families are never alone on their path to recovery.

Together, as a community of soldiers and their spouses, they will realize that they are not alone. They will form lasting bonds with others who understand their journey, creating a support system that will extend beyond the program itself.

The ripple effect of healing is powerful. Together, we can restore the foundation of society—one soldier, one family at a time.

The Power of Your Support

Each donation provides soldiers and their families with the tools to heal, reconnect, and rebuild. It’s an investment in hope, resilience, and the future of Israeli society.

Program Costs

The total cost per participant is $9,000, which covers:

  • Intensive 10-day California retreat

  • Year-long direct therapy program in Israel

  • Monthly retreats in Israel

For the first group of 30 participants, the total annual program cost is approximately $250,000.

How You Can Help

Your support transforms trauma into resilience and isolation into connection. All donations help support our soldiers and their families! Sponsorship levels include:

  • One couple’s full year program: $17,000

  • One soldier’s full year program: $9,000

Orot is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all donations are tax-deductible. EIN: 33-1701346

Join us in restoring hope, healing families, and strengthening society.

Contact us to learn more or make a donation:

100% of your donation goes to program costs. 

Together, we can rebuild the lives of soldiers, their families, and our shared future—one soldier at a time.

  • "The real warriors are the ones who not only fight the battle, but have the courage to come home and face the war that continues within."

    Maya Angelou

  • "War trauma is a soul wound. The warrior needs a community of support, ritual, and meaning to heal fully."

    Dr. Edward Tick

  • "Recovery from trauma requires the restoration of a sense of physical and emotional safety, which can only occur in the context of safe, nurturing relationships."

    Dr. Robert Scaer

  • "Stability in the home leads to stability in the world. When the bonds of family are nurtured, society itself becomes stronger, more compassionate, and more resilient."

    Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks