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Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia, based in Philadelphia, PA, serves as a vital support system for Jewish patients and their families seeking medical treatment in the area. Recognizing the challenges faced by those away from home, the organization offers two fully furnished apartments in University City, providing a comfortable and private environment for rest and recovery. These accommodations are thoughtfully stocked with essentials, ensuring that families have what they need during their stay.

To address dietary needs, Bikkur Cholim provides fresh kosher meals throughout the week and for Shabbos, accommodating special dietary requirements upon request. Additionally, the organization maintains kosher pantries in several local hospitals, including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Jefferson University Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Einstein Medical Center, Shriners Children's Hospital, and Jefferson Abington Hospital. These pantries are stocked with kosher food, snacks, and seforim, offering comfort and familiarity to patients and their families during hospital stays.

Understanding the emotional and logistical challenges of hospitalization, Bikkur Cholim offers hospital visitation services, where volunteers provide companionship and support to patients. Respite services are also available, allowing family members to take necessary breaks while volunteers stay with patients. For those in need of medical equipment, the organization's gemach offers a variety of items to assist with recovery and daily living.

Transportation services are provided to facilitate travel to and from medical appointments and hospital visits, ensuring that patients and their families can focus on healing without the added stress of logistics. Through these comprehensive services, Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia exemplifies the values of chesed and community support, offering a network of care for those navigating medical challenges away from home.

Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia

Jewish Medical Hospitality

Philadelphia, PA, USA

Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia, based in Philadelphia, PA, serves as a vital support system for Jewish patients and their families seeking medical treatment in the area. Recognizing the challenges faced by those away from home, the organization offers two fully furnished apartments in University City, providing a comfortable and private environment for rest and recovery. These accommodations are thoughtfully stocked with essentials, ensuring that families have what they need during their stay.

To address dietary needs, Bikkur Cholim provides fresh kosher meals throughout the week and for Shabbos, accommodating special dietary requirements upon request. Additionally, the organization maintains kosher pantries in several local hospitals, including the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Jefferson University Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Einstein Medical Center, Shriners Children's Hospital, and Jefferson Abington Hospital. These pantries are stocked with kosher food, snacks, and seforim, offering comfort and familiarity to patients and their families during hospital stays.

Understanding the emotional and logistical challenges of hospitalization, Bikkur Cholim offers hospital visitation services, where volunteers provide companionship and support to patients. Respite services are also available, allowing family members to take necessary breaks while volunteers stay with patients. For those in need of medical equipment, the organization's gemach offers a variety of items to assist with recovery and daily living.

Transportation services are provided to facilitate travel to and from medical appointments and hospital visits, ensuring that patients and their families can focus on healing without the added stress of logistics. Through these comprehensive services, Bikkur Cholim of Philadelphia exemplifies the values of chesed and community support, offering a network of care for those navigating medical challenges away from home.

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