Jewish House is an
Australian-
Jewish
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non-profit organisation assisting
homeless people. It is based in the Eastern Suburbs of
Sydney. The organisation was founded in 1986 by local businessmen Roger and Anthony Clifford. The Clifford brothers established the crisis centre to respond to the needs of those community members struggling with substance abuse issues.
Crisis accommodation centre
The organisation operates a crisis accommodation centre which operates on a 14-night stay system. During this period, homeless clients receive intensive psycho-social support services and support to navigate their way through the welfare system.
People
Rabbi Mendel Kastel is the organisation's CEO. Rabbi Kastel is a NSW Police chaplain, and a supporter of a "managed alcohol" approach to alcohol addiction.
"Alcohol abuse: radical plan to serve drinks in homeless shelter has key backers."
''Sydney Morning Herald'' January 26, 2016.
References
Charities based in Australia
Homeless shelters in Australia
Non-profit organisations based in New South Wales
Jewish organisations based in Australia
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