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Jess who Kisharon supports looks forward to using the new Siddur Lakol on Friday night Photo credit Robert Shack
February 28, 2024, 5:05 pm
United Synagogue creates new roles to ‘break down barriers’ for people with disabilities
The US hires two specialists to provide best practice, inclusion and improved accessibility for an estimated 60,000 members of the community
By Michelle Rosenberg
Jess who Kisharon supports looks forward to using the new Siddur Lakol on Friday night Photo credit Robert Shack
January 11, 2024, 10:31 am
OPINION: An inclusive prayer book ensures everyone has full access to shul life
Siddur Lakol is a choice to bring inclusivity beyond our schools and into synagogues, writes Deborah Gundle
By Deborah Gundle
Hadassa is co-chair of the Faith and Spirituality Network for the National Care Forum, and Director of Operations for Kisharon
April 24, 2023, 11:03 am
OPINION: All abilities can thrive – with the right support for social care charities
"When people we support are present in and contributing to their local communities, we can build relationships and positive understanding," says Kisharon's Hadassa Kessler
By Hadassa Kessler
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) icons. Pic: Kisharon
March 28, 2023, 12:45 pm
Collaborative siddur opens the door for everyone with a disability
Jewish charities create Siddur Lakol: the first Orthodox prayer book specifically for people with physical and learning disabilities
By Michelle Rosenberg
December 13, 2022, 4:49 pm
Pupils have high hopes their giant 80,000-piece chanukiah is a record breaker
Colossal 18-foot structure at Gesher school could be crowned world's tallest.
By Michelle Rosenberg
June 20, 2022, 2:38 pm
Chief Rabbi launches siddur for people with learning disabilities
The prayerbook, a tailor-made United Synagogue edition, has been created by JWeb, in partnership with Gesher School and Kisharon, and with the endorsement of Norwood and Langdon. 
By Jenni Frazer
The learning lodge at Gesher school
December 24, 2021, 9:54 am
Gesher primary wins mental health award
Pinner school dedicated to children with special needs was recognised for its “whole school approach” to supporting students, staff, families and carers
By Jenni Frazer
Gesher school teaches children with a range of special needs
July 24, 2018, 11:37 am
Special needs school to help Cambridge professor understand autism impact
Prof. Simon Baron-Cohen to work with Gesher School to study factors stopping autistic youngsters from progressing
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