After residing in their apartment in Germany for over 38 years, my dear elderly parents received a notice from their new corporate/investing firm landlord informing them of their impending eviction to sanitize and modernize the entire building. This news coincided with my mother’s hospitalization following a serious surgery with a long recovery period. Facing a few months to vacate their rent-controlled apartment, they have decided to embrace this unexpected and life-altering reality by preparing for their Aliyah procedures, which I happily took upon myself to assist them with, and now I feel perplexed and stuck because of financial challenges.

My parents epitomize the essence of kindness and altruism, having selflessly assisted numerous individuals over the years without seeking anything in return. Their ethos has always been to be on the side of the giver rather than the receiver, even though my mother has been living with a disability for most of her adult life, survived 2x stage 4 cancer over the years, she never gave up on helping others. For decades, my mother has dedicated herself to teaching Hebrew and painting to Holocaust survivors, ensuring that no one spends holidays alone. Our home was always open, welcoming elderly individuals who had no one else in the world.

This commitment to humanity has profoundly influenced my character and the person I have become. Seventeen years ago, I embarked on my own Aliyah journey, establishing a life with my husband and two small children. Without my parents’ support and guidance, I could not have made this transition while upholding the values instilled in me—to cherish my country and prioritize giving.

Now, it’s time for my parents to embark on their own Aliyah journey, to be closer to me and my family, and to live out their senior years with dignity. It’s my turn to support them in this significant and long-awaited move. My deepest desire is to have them near, to be readily available for their needs, whether it’s accompanying them to doctor’s appointments, running errands, or simply spending quality time together.

However, we face financial constraints that threaten to impede this transition. The costs of relocating their belongings to Israel, along with the exorbitant living expenses and the necessity for comprehensive medical insurance, present formidable challenges. My parents are in desperate need for funds ($10000 total), mainly for moving their personal belongings from Germany to Israel, which according to my initial research will cost around $8000, their Medical insurance for the first 6 month in Israel will cost them another $1000 and last but not least, getting all of their documents translated and sealed with an Apostille will cost them at least another $1000. Given all these expenses, we are starting to have serious doubts on realizing this well-deserved and eager move.  My parents, who have always prioritized the well-being of others, find themselves without savings, with my mother’s medical bills depleting whatever resources they had.

As much as I wish I could single-handedly support them financially, the reality is that I cannot. Thus, I am compelled, albeit reluctantly, to seek assistance on their behalf. While I know they would never ask for help themselves, I am certain that any contribution toward our fundraising initiative would be deeply appreciated. Every donation, regardless of size, will go directly toward facilitating my parents’ move to Israel, allowing them to age gracefully and peacefully.

Please consider helping us fulfill their long-standing dream. I am confident that once they have settled, they will continue their legacy of generosity, paying it forward to others in need. Am Israel Chai!