Essence
The purpose of this guide is to assist parents in obtaining official state recognition for a child with special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). This recognition provides access to allowances, benefits, and specialized services from the National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) and other government agencies.
Who is eligible?
At present, the precise criteria are being processed and will be added shortly. As a rule, eligibility is determined based on:
- Medical diagnoses and specialist opinions.
- The child's age.
- Citizenship and residency status in Israel.
Who is NOT eligible: Information regarding common reasons for denial will be added upon receipt of precise data.
Your Rights
Upon receiving recognition, the family may be entitled to various forms of assistance. Specific amounts and a list of services will be published here shortly. This typically includes:
- A monthly disabled child allowance (
Kitsbat Yeled Nache). - Benefits within the educational system.
- Discounts on municipal taxes (Arnona) and other services.
Step-by-Step Guide
A detailed algorithm for submitting an application to the relevant authorities is in preparation. The general procedure is as follows:
- Collection of all necessary medical documents confirming the diagnosis.
- Completion and submission of the application to the National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi).
- Undergoing a medical board review (if required).
- Receiving the decision and applying for entitled benefits from other agencies.
List of Documents
A precise list of required forms and certificates will be published here. Always prepare in advance:
- Identity card (Teudat Zehut) of the parent submitting the application.
- A detailed medical opinion from a relevant specialist (e.g., a pediatric neurologist or psychiatrist).
- Diagnostic reports and examination results.
- Bank account details for the deposit of the allowance.
Potential Pitfalls
- Deadlines: The submission of applications and appeals typically has strict time frames. Do not delay submitting documents after receiving a diagnosis.
- Documentation: Thoroughly verify that all medical documents are current and contain all necessary information. An incomplete set of documents is a primary cause of delays.
- Medical Board: Be prepared to describe in detail and with clarity the difficulties the child faces in daily life.
Contacts and Links
At present, our system does not contain verified links or telephone numbers for this procedure. For the most current information, please refer directly to the official websites of the National Insurance Institute (Bituach Leumi) and the Ministry of Social Affairs and Social Services.
Glossary
- Bituach Leumi (בִּיטוּחַ לְאוּמִי) — National Insurance Institute.
- Kitsbat Yeled Nache (קִצְבַּת יֶלֶד נָכֶה) — Disabled child allowance.
- Autism (אוֹטִיזְם) — Autism, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
- Va'ada Refuit (וַעֲדָה רְפוּאִית) — Medical board.
- Misrad ha-Revacha (מִשְׂרַד הָרְוָחָה) — Ministry of Social Affairs and Social Services.