In preparation for Memorial and Independence Day, the Reconstruction Division at the Ministry of Defense summarizes half a year since October 7. Since the outbreak of the war, the wing has taken in about 7,000 new wounded, with 29% of them developing a mental reaction.
For most of them, the main damage is to the soul. "This war created needs we didn't know about," says Limor Luria, Deputy Director and Head of the Rehabilitation Division. "It doesn't matter to us where and where he was injured, if he is regular on a regular basis or on a regular basis, we do prepare for that," Luria says. "Milwaniks also often come to us with family members. We estimate that there are another 20,000 wounded people expected to be taken in during the year as a result of the Iron Swords War," says Luria. The rehabilitation department's budget currently stands at NIS 5.3 billion. Luria: "The more injured people come in, the more the budget will increase accordingly." She also said that unique services will be provided to the wing as part of the preparations for the holiday season. An innovative and first-of-its-kind service will reach the mentally challenged who need first aid to calm the situation instead of the police, Luria said. In addition, there will be an emergency response team and initial mental support, a safe house and a balance house, rehabilitation farms spread throughout the country, and the One Helpline - the helpline is available 24/7 for the wounded and their children. their families. The rehabilitation department will have to be increased to NIS 7.3 billion by the end of the year, she added, adding that there is no limit to the amount of money that can be spent on the wounded.