Testimonials

Below you will read about the experiences of some of the people who have been helped by The Jewish Caring Network. To submit your own story, please fill out the form at the bottom of this page. There is a separate, special testimonial page for children to express themselves to other children on the kids' site.

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“I am one of the "lucky" recipients of The Jewish Caring Network. Lucky not because I have leukemia, but lucky because the people of The Jewish Caring Network are there for me and my family.

No one can imagine what The Jewish Caring Network means to the families they help. I know because over twenty years ago, when I was first struck with cancer, I was living in a community where The Jewish Caring Network didn't exist.

Now, once again, I am afflicted with a different (unrelated) type of cancer, but, baruch Hashem, there is The Jewish Caring Network in my life. I don't have to worry that my young children will not be able to get to school, or to after-school programs. If I am too ill to take them for shoes or a haircut, The Jewish Caring Network does it. When I am too ill to cook dinner, I don't have to worry. My children are not embarrassed, because the house is always clean—of course, because of The Jewish Caring Network. I needed a small refrigerator in my bedroom, so my children don't get into my medication—guess who supplied it?

My husband, who had worked for the same company for a duration of 25 years found himself unemployed. The firm closed. We had to pay our own health insurance until he found a job. Then, when he found a job, he took it at 50 percent less pay. I know from past experience that without The Jewish Caring Network's help, we would not have been able to survive in a mentshlichkeit way.

I can concentrate on getting well because I know I have help with almost anything I need. Unfortunately, what remains a major worry are school tuitions and camps for summer. With the growing amount of families seeking help from The Jewish Caring Network they cannot now afford to help with tuitions. It is a constant worry.

I have spoken to family members of three other families with terminal illnesses being helped by this incredible group of volunteers. We have one thing in common—yes, we are afraid, yes, we don't know what tomorrow will bring—what we do know is that we have help to get through whatever Hakadosh Boruch Hu has planned for us. We are not alone—we have The Jewish Caring Network.”

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“To the special women at The Jewish Caring Network:

A thank-you note is inadequate to convey the proper thanks and appreciation due for the numerous ways The Jewish Caring Network has touched and helped our family during our trying times.

To go back to the beginning, The Jewish Caring Network was there for us offering gifts, assistance, and services—you name it. Although we were inundated with calls and offers from friends and family as well, as time went on, the calls came less frequently. However, The Jewish Caring Network never forgot about us, always offering us support to help to ease our load. To their credit, they listened when I said clearly just for my child, and when I set limits for what I thought would be too much. Our family coordinator is very sensitive to our needs and wants, giving in a way that helps us maintain our dignity. Although it is very hard to be in a situation where I am always the recipient, I have learned from The Jewish Caring Network the importance of what to give and how to give. What to give—to give the family what it needs and enjoys, and how to give—give in a way that preserves their dignity. The Jewish Caring Network excels in both areas.

The Jewish Caring Network was always here for us, no matter what. They were with us as we settled in to new routines, and they were with us as new crises came up. As the mother and primary caregiver, I constantly want to be sure that each child in the family receives the right attention, while simeltaneously caring for the child undergoing various treatments. The Jewish Caring Network helps care for me so that I can care for my family. As time goes on, we have had to accept more help. Maintaining a normal home is challenging when times are so intense. It is a tremendous support to know we are not alone.

Our deep hakaras hatov goes to this outstanding organization dedicated to sharing and easing the stress that a serious illness places on the entire family. May you all be blessed with good health and nachas.”

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Please feel free to share your personal experience of The Jewish Caring Network with others. Just write it in the box below and click send when you're done. We request that you provide your first name and email address. If you prefer that these remain confidential, just select the appropriate checkboxes. The Jewish Caring Network reserves the right to use its own discretion regarding whether we use each submission. All submitted testimonials become property of The Jewish Caring Network, Inc. If we choose to post your submission, you will receive an e-mail at the address you provide. Thank you!