Chai Lifeline
Sara Schreier is a seasoned professional in the field of social work, currently serving as a Family Case Manager at Chai Lifeline since September 2017, where responsibilities include providing daily support and resources to families both in hospital and home settings. Previously, Sara held the position of Project Coordinator for the "Moving On" program, assisting teenagers with chronic illnesses in their transition to independence. Additional experience includes roles as an Advisor at NCSY, Respite Staff at OHEL Children's Home and Family Services, and various volunteer positions, including at New York-Presbyterian Hospital and CareOne Management LLC. An administrative assistant role at the Israel Special Kids Fund involved managing correspondence and grant applications. Sara holds a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) degree from Touro Graduate School of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Touro University. Early formative experiences include counseling at Camp Dora Golding for Girls and foundational education at Bruriah High School and Michlalah Jerusalem.
Chai Lifeline
Hope. Compassion. Care. Joy. The birthright of every child. Stolen by pediatric illness. Since 1987, Chai Lifeline’s mission has been to restore the light of childhood to children whose innocence ended when life-threatening or lifelong illness was diagnosed. Through free programs that address the emotional, social, and financial needs of seriously ill children, their families, and communities, Chai Lifeline restores normalcy to family life, and better enables families to withstand the crises and challenges of serious pediatric illness.