https://vibookmark.com/News/when-winter-turns-illness-into-crisis-how-jewish-charities-step-in-to-protect-families/ Winter in Israel brings more than cold weather. For families already struggling with serious illness, it brings heightened fear, deeper financial strain, and impossible choices. Heating costs rise just as income drops. Medical bills pile up while parents spend long days and nights in hospitals. Children outgrow coats. Food runs out faster. What may feel like a difficult season for many becomes a full-blown crisis for families living with illness. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:09:32 UTC en