Shuls, Minyanim & Zmanim
GO DAVEN
MINYAN MAPS
SHUL ALERT
CSB CARE / Friedman Associates Zmanim Hotline
Kosher
cRc CHICAGO
773-465-3900 (has far-reaching kashrus supervision)
cRc Kosher (has a list of all kashrus symbols and the Rabbis and associations affiliated with them)
cRc Kosher (has a list of all kashrus symbols and the Rabbis and associations affiliated with them)
YEAH THAT’S KOSHER
KOSHER MAP
https://www.koshermap.nyc/map (provides a Google map of Manhattan with all kosher food options marked)
KOSHER GPS
Kosher GPS (also has info on minyanim and mikvaos)
Kosher GPS (also has info on minyanim and mikvaos)
KCL — KEHILLOS CHAREIDIM of Lakewood & Central Jersey (KCL)
NOTE: Check with each kosher business and location regarding hechsher, chalav Yisrael, pas Yisrael and any other kashrus concerns.
Mikvaos
Overnight Stays
Inquire at the hospital desk or with the social worker (or other NICU staff) about accommodations in or near the hospital. These sometimes require advance reservation, while the policy in some places is to start fresh every day.
In the tristate area, there may be hotels within walking distance that are familiar with religious Jews, Chabad houses and accommodations provided by chesed organizations.
(NOTE: Some of these organizations are listed below as well as within some of the suggested links or apps.)
Outside of the tristate area, reach out to the local bikur cholim or Chabad.
Medical Sheilos
When dealing with premature infants, many sheilos arise. Halachic leniencies may apply; please do not hesitate to ask. Note that some sheilos change as the circumstances do, so you may need to ask the same question more than once. It’s important to have as much info as possible from the doctors to present sheilos properly. It is recommended to be in touch with your pediatrician as well.
Some general questions to ask your Rabbi-Rav-Dayan:
- What is permissible on Shabbos and Yom Tov in caring for a new mom? (i.e., electronic beds, call buttons, elevators, electronic doors)
- What is permissible on Shabbos and Yom Tov in caring for a premature infant?
- Can I communicate with the hospital on Shabbos and Yom Tov? What is the best way?
- What are the proper procedures for pumping on Shabbos and Yom Tov?
BAIS HAVAAD MEDICAL HOTLINE
732-276-2183 (based in Lakewood)
KAV HALACHA
USA: 732-707-666
EY: 0553-200-200
UK: 020-4538-4538
AU: 03-9111-2444
https://kavhalacha.org/ (lists divisions and Rabbanim)
24-HOUR HALACHA NETWORK: Around-the-clock accessibility to leading Poskim, with specialized divisions, including medical halacha.
CHAYIM ARUCHIM
24-Hour Hotline: 718-ARUCHIM (278-2446)
Sephardic 24-Hour Hotline: 347-578-8200
Division of Agudath Israel of America. Answers end-of-life sheilos.
Chesed & Medical Organizations
NOTE: Some organizations service specific areas, while many service locations across the United States (and sometimes beyond). If you need assistance outside of the United States, please contact us and we will try to help you connect with other resources and organizations.
General:
LAKEWOOD BIKUR CHOLIM
732-905-3020 (services many hospitals beyond Lakewood environs)
ACHIEZER
516-791-4444 — includes 24 HR Urgent Hotline (primarily Five Towns area)
WELL TAB
Provides specially programmed iPads for two-way communication with patients, family and hospital staff.
If you are located outside of the New York-New Jersey-Pennsylvania area, or transferred to a hospital out of town, contact us for additional bikur cholim and similar resources.
Referrals, Patient Advocacy & Medical Info:
Don’t forget about your local Bikur Cholim!
Mental & Emotional Health:
High-Risk Pregnancy & Loss:
SHIFRAH
Services and support for women who experience hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) or severe morning sickness.
Special Needs:
YAHALOM (Division of Agudah)
NY: 212-797-9000 (Main)
NJ: 732-456-6322
There are currently branches in the following states: New York, New Jersey, Chicago, Florida, Maryland, Ohio & California.
SPECIAL NEEDS GUIDE
Two women put together this amazing, comprehensive list which includes gemachim, grants and a wide range of services, with a focus on special needs. Send an email to this address and it automatically responds with the most updated list.
Chesed & Resource Lists
Of course, there are countless others resources — Klal Yisrael is amazing!
The websites and apps below have extended lists of these organizations and gemachim.
CHESED OF WILLIAMSBURG
SATMAR BIKUR CHOLIM
Helpful Jewish Websites & Apps
ULTIMATE ZMANIM
TEHILLIM
Can enter many names and it will prepare the portions of פרק קי”ט for each name.
WeeCare Preemies does not take responsibility for the kashrus or halachic content from the links above, nor does it guarantee that all suggested websites and apps are up-to-date with current information, though we have done our best.
To send updates or to recommend additional resources, please email us at info@weecarepreemies.com.
