One Step Forward: The Jewish Divorce Resource Line

Support: Separation and divorce can be a challenging and lonely time in a person’s life. Our staff has years of experience in working with individuals experiencing personal challenges and is here to support you with compassion and empathy. We help callers assess their needs and work on a plan on how to deal with the myriad of concerns facing them at this time in their life. All calls are confidential and all services are provided free-of-charge. Referrals:
Throughout the world, communities have established resources for individuals in need. OSF is dedicated to help connect individuals to culturally and geographically appropriate resources. Our resource database includes:
-Social Services
-Legal Aid Services
-Counseling Centers
-Support groups for adults and children
-Food Pantries
-Temporary financial assistance programs
-Culturally sensitive resources for victims of domestic abuse

Information: Navigating the divorce process is especially complicated when dealing with a Jewish divorce. Questions that individuals ask us on a regular basis include:
-What is a Beit Din?
-What is Beit Din’s role in divorce and when should I ask for the get?
-What issues can Beit Din adjudicate?
-Which Beit Din should we go to? OSF is here to assist callers in learning more about the Jewish divorce process and guide callers in making informed decisions about their next steps.