British-Born Grandma Finds Purpose as Jerusalem Medical Clown
Summarized from The Jerusalem Post by baba
Cara Nachshon, a 64-year-old grandmother, volunteers as a medical clown at Shaare Zedek Medical Center in Jerusalem, using humor and performance arts to help patients heal. She completed a specialized course four years ago and also volunteers with children's organizations. Nachshon's commitment was inspired by a personal tragedy in 1986, where friends' humor helped her family cope with the loss of their infant son. She believes in finding light in darkness and finds her work deeply rewarding, especially after the October 7 attacks when she resumed volunteering with wounded soldiers.
The story in 5 lines · by baba
- Cara Nachshon volunteers as a medical clown at Jerusalem's Shaare Zedek Medical Center.
- She uses performance arts and humor to help patients cope with fear and aid healing.
- Nachshon's inspiration came from friends who made her laugh after her infant son's death in 1986.
- She also volunteers with children's organizations and carries a red nose for impromptu clowning.
- Nachshon resumed volunteering with wounded soldiers after the October 7 attacks.
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