“We Had Nowhere to Go”: Why Your Sup...

More Than Shelter: How the Randwick STA ...

We’re Partnering with Ray White Double...

NSW Government’s $200K Commitment to J...

Fashion Forward: Giving Pre-Loved Clothe...

Looking for a way to refresh your wardrobe while making a real difference and changing lives? Fashion Forward is an initiative that merges sustainability with social impact.

Parenting through a Neurodiverse Diagnos...

Is there something up with my child? Does my child seem sad all the time? Does my child have angry outbursts- often, that are uncontrollable? Does my child have friends? Is my child refusing to go to school? If you answered yes to these questions, then this blog is for you!

Fumbling in the Dark

Are you a parent? Does something seem ‘off’ with your child? Are you noticing any changes in your child’s behaviours or mood or motivation? Does it feel like something is going on for your child that you can’t understand or support? Check out this blog article- it is all about Fumbling in the Dark.

Building Your Team

Building your team means finding the experts. Once you find the experts, you need to learn to trust the experts, make space for other opinions which can sometimes lead to losing your voice as a parent. Let's delve into it.

Feelings- Unresolved and Ongoing

“It all just feels too much”, “I feel like a shell of myself” “when was the last time I had one on one time with my partner when we weren’t discussing our kid?” “whhhhyyyyyyyyy”, “why is this so hard?” “I refuse to believe it”- wondering what to do with all of your competing and unresolved feelings? Check out this article- in it we discuss what feelings you may experience, what your child may experience, and their siblings. We also talk about whose feelings matter!

Taking a Step Back

Maybe your child has a diagnosis of neurodivergence, maybe not. Time to pause and gain some perspective. You are rocking a VERY difficult situation. Where are you succeeding? Where is your child winning? Shine a spotlight on those wins!

What About Me???

“What about me???????? It isn’t fair!!!”I can’t keep being what everyone needs me to be!” “All these competing needs- where do mine belong?” “I am so overwhelmed”!!!!! This article is probably the most important of all of them. In it we discuss key strategies to help US!

What's My Role?

“I spend hours doing homework with my child” “I am trying to understand him and what is best for him all the time” “it’s too much!”. What If I told you that your job is not to be teacher, and therapist and friend- but to focus your efforts on doing what you know how to do best? Be his parent, be a strong leader, keep him safe and love unconditionally. Forgot how to do that? Read this article to find out more and learn how to be a strong advocate for your child.

What's Next?

Let’s tie it all together! What’s next?

Lighting the Path Against Antisemitism i...

Antisemitism has been a persistent challenge for Jewish communities around the world, and Australia is no exception. Recent incidents and a concerning uptick in hate crimes underscore the need for collective action.

The Rise of Homelessness in NSW: How Jew...

Driven by the cost-of-living crisis, housing shortages, and financial instability, this rising tide of homelessness is in urgent need of intervention.

Tim’s Story: Finding Hope in the Darke...

At just 15 years old, Tim began drinking. Alcohol provided comfort and confidence, becoming a dangerous coping mechanism for his struggles. But the temporary relief it offered soon spiraled into chaos

Notice of the Annual General Meeting of ...

Notice is hereby given that the upcoming Annual General Meeting of the Board Members of Jewish House will be held on: 16 December 2024 at 5:30pm Jewish Houses Offices, 17 Flood Street, Bondi NSW 2026

JH Kids Videos

Here you will find our video library with all of our videos. Feel free to have a look through. Don't forget to switch on subtitles by clicking cc in the video window if you are hard of hearing or are in a quiet place.

Facing Harsh Realities with JH Kids

When the going gets tough, we are here to support you through. Join us as we as we share words of encouragement, hope, support. We discuss practical strategies and research backed coping mechanisms to see us through the challenges of life.

Rabbi Mendel Kastel Recognised as 2023 W...

Rabbi Mendel Kastel was presented with a generous grant of $20,000 for Jewish House, which will help further its vital mission. Cuddle Bundles and ReLove, were named runners-up and each received a $5,000 grant for their respective charities.

Jewish House and MyBond Support Launched...

A new collaboration to address homelessness, Jewish House MyBond Support, was officially launched at NSW Parliament House.The product will enable eligible individuals to access financing for a four-week rental bond while requiring an upfront fee of only one week’s rent, with the goal of enabling people to leave dangerous situations sooner.

Jewish House’s mission to provide care

To make a difference during Homelessness Week, Rabbi Mendel Kastel and the Jewish House team headed out onto the streets of Sydney to hand out Shelterbags to those sleeping rough in our local community.

Storytime with JH Kids

Created for children who have not yet learned to read. We share stories and activities that you can do together with your children.

Podcast Round Up for Kids

Overwhelmed by the Podcast options for kids? Wish someone narrowed it down for you? We've got you covered. Here you will find our top Pick for Podcasts for Kids with categories and direct links.

Let's Talk Segment- Daily Insights for L...

Here you will find our Daily Let's Talk Segment to support families as they navigate School Holidays during Lockdown

Themes with JH Kids

Themes are concepts backed by research and theory that supports optimal health. If we've included the theme- it means that it is certainly worth exploring further.

Healthy Mind Platter- Introduction

We know how important it is to have a balanced diet of healthy foods for our wellbeing and physical health, but what about our mental health? Dr Rock and Dr D Siegel created the Healthy Mind Platter which incorporates 7 activities that we should be doing daily for optimal mind health

The Healthy Mind Platter - Focus Time

How much of our day is spent really focusing on one task- without getting distracted? Time is a precious resource and if we can skill up in focusing, staying focused and refocusing when distracted, then we will be more successful.

The Healthy Mind Platter - Connecti...

How much time in our day do we connect to others? Through giving and receiving in a meaningful way we become more secure within ourselves and flexible when confronting challenges.

The Healthy Mind Platter - Play Time

It's Play Time! How much of your day is spent playing? Self-directed play helps create new connections in the brain and is important for children and for adults. How can I bring more fun into my day?

The Healthy Mind Platter - Time In

Time In is when we shine the spotlight on what we are experiencing within. How am I feeling? What am I thinking? What is my body telling me? The more aware we are of our internal processes the more balance and integration we have.

The Healthy Mind Platter - Down Time

Ah the simplicity of doing absolutely nothing! When was the last time that you just did nothing- without feeling guilty about it? Down time does not mean a waste of time- it is a space that gets filled with new insights and brain connections.

The Healthy Mind Platter - Physical Time

It's time to get moving! How much exercise do we need? How about our children? How can we increase our heart rate every single day?

The Healthy Mind Platter - Sleep Time

Sleep. Sleep. Sleep. We crave it when we don't have enough of it and we push it aside when it is offered to us. Why is that? How much sleep should we be getting and how can we get the most out of our snooze time?