“Madrega” adults’ apartments began operating 20 years ago, with the understanding that the treatment of graduates of the frameworks for the protection of youths lacking family support does not end at the age of 18, upon the completion of the stay at the different frameworks, and that they need a housing solution and a framework which would offer a softer transition to independent living and enable gradual integration, with guidance, direction and support.
The project began in the form of three apartments in Jerusalem, and over the years, due to need and demand, four additional apartments were opened throughout the country. Each apartment hosts four to five male or female adults, accompanied by a coordinator. Acceptance age is 18-20. Staying at the apartment requires exhibiting full functioning (work, military, national service) and compliance with the set rules. These adults bear the entire expenses related with the apartment and their living expenses, excluding rent and property taxes. The stay is limited to a two-year stay in the apartment

housing solutions that include guidance and support for young people with no family support, aged 18-26. The aim of the program is to serve as one more step in the integration of these young people within the community, through the guidance of a dedicated team. This is the last link in the process of their rehabilitation towards independent living.

“Diurit” is an innovative model, targeted on providing an immediate response to young women at risk and distress defined as welfare population, and it includes housing, guidance and support. The model was developed by “Otot” association, under the initiation of the young women organization forum, and it is intended for girls aged 18-26 lacking family support and in need for an immediate time-limited housing and support solution. This involves young women from various populations, who are experiencing various risk situations – both potential and actual – who can rely on this solution, which requires the ability to sign a contract and commit to covering the expenses.
“Diurit” was established in cooperation with the Special Projects Fund of the NII and is designed for 16 young women for a period not exceeding one year.