We Can Help

Services

All of our services are free. We work together to tailor a support plan to meet your needs so you and your loved ones can focus on the care you will be receiving.

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Volunteer

Could you offer a ride, stop by for a visit, or help at our Bikur Cholim House? Learn more about the wide variety of volunteer opportunities we offer and sign up to get involved.

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Programs

BCGW is proud to offer free classes, which promote building healthy communities. We focus on volunteer training workshops and educational programs. Check the calendar for information.

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Are you a patient or caregiver looking for support?

Whether you’re traveling to D.C. to receive the best medical care possible or accompanying a family member, this may be an exciting or nerve-wracking time for you. We at Bikur Cholim of Greater Washington/BCGW are here to offer patients, caregivers, and loved ones support **to make your stay as stress-free and comfortable as possible**.
All of our services are free, so you can focus on the care you need instead of any additional financial or logistical stress. We understand your unique needs as a Jewish patient and offer practical help in the form of meals, transportation, hospitality and more.
We at BCGW are here to offer emotional and spiritual support when you need it most. **Our home is your home.**

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Helping the Community

Testimonials

May 2, 2024

Thank you for the Passover gift bag that you put together for patients at George Washington University Hospital. The hospital’s chaplain dropped it by today. My friend has been a patient in the hospital for 3 months, and your gift was a lovely and appreciated change from long and boring hospital routines.

May 2, 2024

May 25, 2022

The Shabbos box and Shabbat dinner was absolutely wonderful and just what my son and I needed. It brought us warmth, comfort and helped feel connected to the Jewish community. We are so thankful for everything and that it made a huge difference to us. It actually brought us some peace and so much happiness!!!! Thank you so much!!!! January 2023

May 25, 2022

Jul 2, 2021

“Bikur Cholim of Greater Washington provides a home away from home for our patients. The organization’s amazing culture is to always convey a feeling of thanks that they have been provided the opportunity to perform a mitzvah. I can most assuredly say that our patients get better care because they come to us happier, rested, and comforted because of the welcome they receive from our wonderful partners at Bikur Cholim of Greater Washington.”

- Marc A. Levitt, MD
Chief, Division of Colorectal and Pelvic Reconstruction & Professor, Surgery and Pediatrics Children’s National Hospital & The George Washington University School of Medicine

Jul 2, 2021

“I received shalach manos from Bikur Cholim of Greater Washington and it really made my day. People get caught up in their daily lives. It’s nice to know that I haven’t been forgotten.”

- A Grateful Patient

Jul 2, 2021

“Magan really wanted to do this, and seeing the Bernard Creeger Bikur Cholim House was very helpful. She had a lot of questions about how everything operates in giving and serving the community and seeing the garage stocked, the yard with wheelchair ramps, and so many details made it real.

She said she was so happy to be able to choose this, and it made her bat mitzvah meaningful, especially now.”

- Magan’s Mom

Jul 2, 2021

“When I was recuperating from my first surgery, BCGW would send visitors and Shabbat meals that would last me a few days. One of the visitors I was sent helped me out by getting me to walk around the building to speed up my recuperation.

Also, when my partner was alive, Rabbi Gayer personally took the time to visit him and sent visitors to his Nursing & Rehab Center. Thank you for all you have done for me, and all you do for others.”

Jul 2, 2021

“Leah has enhanced the organization and the lives of so many people. Leah values people and sees the good in everyone she interacts with. Leah is patient and organized even when things are challenging and hectic. BGW has been able to grow and meet more and more community needs because of Leah. We thought you would want to know.”

Jul 2, 2021

“It has been a blessing for Holy Cross Health to partner with Bikur Cholim on establishing a kosher pantry at Holy Cross Hospital. We are pleased that we can address the basic needs of patients' loved ones who are here with us on Sabbath and other holy days. Because of the kindness of Bikur Cholim volunteers and the work of our amazing spiritual care and facilities staff, visitors have 24/7 access to kosher foods that are stored and can be prepared according to custom.”

- Timothy D. Delaney, Holy Cross Health

Jul 2, 2021