Ezer Mizion

Ezer Mizion or Ezer Mitzion (Hebrew: עזר מציון‎, literal translation: "Aid from Zion") is an Israeli health support organization offering a wide range of medical and social support services for Israel's sick, disabled and elderly. One of Ezer Mizion's most important services is its world's largest Jewish Bone Marrow Donor Registry. this registry was extended significantly by Moti and Bracha Ziser who founded "Oranit house" (a center for cancer patients and their families). as well as its specialized programs for special needs children, cancer patients and terror victims.

Ezer Mizion, established in 1979, has branches throughout Israel, and all of its services are free, with over 10,000 volunteers nationwide.

Awards

In 2008, the organization was awarded the Israel Prize for lifetime achievement & special contribution to society and the State of Israel.

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Ezer

Ezer (Hebrew: עֵזֶר) is a communal settlement in central Israel. Located between Ashdod and Ashkelon near the Mediterranean coast, it falls under the jurisdiction of Be'er Tuvia Regional Council. In 2006 it had a population of 985.

The village was founded in 1966 as a village centre for the surrounding moshavim. In 1990 it expanded and became a communal settlement. Ezer houses religious facilities such as a mikvah and a synagogue.