What Is Yacholet-IKANN?
Yacholet (יכולת — "capability") is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded by Sarah Ruza in 2020. The organization provides safe, faith-based residential housing for Jewish women navigating mental health crises, addiction recovery, and life transitions.
The Yacholet-IKANN partnership brings together two complementary organizations: IKANN Wellness provides the clinical therapy and psychiatry, while Yacholet provides the residence and 24/7 care coordination. Together, they offer a seamless continuum of care — from the moment you wake up in a safe, kosher home to the moment you complete your clinical programming and return to a supportive community in the evening.
The Healing Environment
Yacholet homes are designed to feel like home — not an institution. Warm, welcoming spaces where healing happens naturally in the context of Jewish community life.
Safe, Home-Like Spaces
Two residential homes in Hollywood, FL — comfortable, clean, and designed to feel like a real home. Private and semi-private rooms. Walking distance to shul, kosher restaurants, and community resources.
Kosher Meals
Glatt kosher kitchen under mashgiach supervision. Shabbat meals with challah, wine, and traditional foods. Communal cooking encouraged. Chalav Yisrael, pas Yisrael, mehadrin standards maintained.
Shabbat at Home
Candle-lighting every Friday. Festive Shabbat meals together. Optional prayer services. Complete rest — no clinical programming. A genuine atmosphere of kedushah and community.
Holistic Therapies
Equine therapy, art therapy, sound healing, and nature-based activities — all in tzniut-respectful settings. Learn more about holistic therapies →
Community & Connection
One of the most powerful aspects of Yacholet is the natural community that forms among residents — women who understand each other's world, share similar values, and support each other through the healing process.
Peer Support
Living alongside other Jewish women in recovery creates a natural support system. Shared meals, shared Shabbos tables, and mutual encouragement are part of daily life — not programmed, but organic.
Rosh Chodesh Circles
Monthly gatherings celebrating the new moon — a time for reflection, connection, and celebration of Jewish feminine spirituality. Optional and open to all residents.
Learning Opportunities
Voluntary peer-led circles on Tanakh, Talmud, and Mussar. Torah study as a complement to clinical treatment — never a replacement, always an option.
Community Integration
Located in a Jewish community with walking distance to shul, kosher restaurants, and community resources. Women are supported in maintaining their connection to Jewish life throughout their stay.
Financial Access & Timeline
Yacholet is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Cost is never a barrier to care. 95% of residents receive financial support — fees are flexible based on income, and no woman is turned away because she cannot afford it.
Stay Duration
1 to 12 months — flexible based on individual clinical needs and progress. Typical stays are 3–8 months. Extensions are available when clinically indicated. Every resident receives individualized transition planning as her stay concludes.
What's Included
- Safe, kosher residential housing (private or semi-private rooms)
- 24/7 on-site support and crisis intervention
- Kosher meals (Shabbat meals, daily meals, snacks)
- Transportation to IKANN Wellness clinical facility
- Holistic programming (equine therapy, art, sound healing)
- Community integration support
- Transition planning and aftercare coordination
Considering Residential Care?
Yacholet-IKANN offers the clinical support and healing home you need.
Contact Yacholet(786) 713-8861 · office@yacholet.org
Impact Stories
"Six months later, I'm living independently... The combination of clinical care and community saved my life."— P.L., Providence, RI
"Yacholet isn't a place you lose your identity — it's where you reclaim it."— Family of R.A., New Jersey
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a typical stay?
What if I can't afford it?
Can I bring my children?
More questions? Visit our Jewish Track FAQ page or call (786) 713-8861.
A Home for Healing — When You Need It Most
Safe, kosher residential housing with 24/7 support. No one is turned away for cost.
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Return to the Jewish Women's Mental Health Track or explore Kosher IOP & PHP programs.