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Our Story

At the heart of our corps

Ezras Nashim opened its doors in 2014 in response to significant demand from Chassidic women in Borough Park, New York.

The women felt awkward being treated in a vulnerable situation by well-intentioned male EMTs from the community — easily neighbors they’d see on the block the next day. This caused lingering shame, trauma — and a hesitancy to call for help the next time they found themselves in an emergency.

# lives matter

And therefore Ezras Nashim took the pioneering move to establish an all-female EMT corps who would meet the emotional and physical needs of Orthodox Jewish women in an emergency.

Inspired by our ancestral midwives, Shifra and Puah, Ezras Nashim is reclaiming women’s role as healers and midwives — for our mothers, daughters, sisters and fellow women.

The mission

…that powers our passion

We are bridging the gap in emergency medical care for the Orthodox Jewish community, with an EMT corps for women by women, so that women can focus on their health without worrying about their modesty or dignity.

The vision

…that drives our dreams

We aim to branch out and expand our network of female EMTs to Orthodox Jewish communities worldwide, so when our fellow sisters choose to be treated by a female, there should be a volunteer nearby ready to use their EMT skills — with no concern of their modesty or dignity being compromised.

The values

…that guide our goals

Dignity

Maintaining women’s dignity in an emergency

Compassion

Treating with sensitivity, empathy and kindness

Respect

Ensuring respect for women in a vulnerable situation

Choice

Affording women the option of choice when they need it most

Humanity

Protecting life and health — alleviating trauma and suffering

Impartiality

Serving callers from all faiths and cultures

Voluntary

Working on a voluntary basis with no desire for gain

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Ezras Nashim is a 501(c)3
Legal name: Chasdei Devorah Inc. DBA Ezras Nashim.
EIN number: 34-2006065
Address: 1716 56th St. Brooklyn, NY 11204

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We treat emergencies big and small. You can also call us for non-emergency home-visits, such as for pre- or post-surgery, postpartum, terminal illness, blood pressure monitoring, pain management etc. to ensure your concerns are handled with discretion, and without delay.
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Our state-of-the-art Type II ambulance is equipped with all basic life support (BLS) equipment, including the more specialized hydraulic (electric) stretcher. Between 2-4 EMTs accompany each patient transport.
Her husband called the local emergency service. Three men arrived without delay, but for Rachel, their presence was heavy and overwhelming. The anxiety made breathing more difficult. Luckily, she remembered where she’d saved the number of Ezras Nashim. Within minutes, female EMTs showed up. Calming, reassuring and understanding. “The women coaxed me into concentrating on my breathing and calming me down,” recounts Rachel. “They were wonderful, patiently explaining what was happening all the way to the hospital and staying on with me for a couple of hours. I’ll be forever grateful to Ezras Nashim.” Rachel, Brooklyn, NY.
She saved Ezras Nashim’s number to her speed dial, hoping she wouldn’t need it. She wasn’t even sure why she did that, but she did know that, if she had the super quick birth she dreaded, she didn't want a man rushing in to catch the baby. “That would’ve been traumatic for me. In any case, I didn’t dream it would get to that.” Famous last words. When labor came on heavily at home, she speed dialed Ezras Nashim. "The dispatcher was calm, patient and reassuring. Within minutes, two incredible lifesavers appeared at my house, turning the bathroom into a hospital room. I cannot even describe the professionalism they displayed. My baby Rivka’le came so fast, but they were faster. To have personally witnessed and experienced Ezras Nashim in action is a gift." And that was just the beginning. The way they expertly took care of the newborn, swaddled her and handed her to an emotional Chani, brought to her mind Shifra and Puah, the Jewish midwives. "Your selfless, dedicated women came into my life to create a miracle and you quietly slipped out when you were done.” Chani, Brooklyn, NY.
She says her worst fear was fainting and waking up to a group of men treating her. So she dialed Ezras Nashim fast. Within minutes, their ambulance was on the way. Ortal did pass out, but Ezras Nashim members were there to treat her. “They made sure I felt safe, respected and covered at all times — as they got me into the ambulance and while transporting me to the hospital. They didn’t leave my side for a minute, assuring me they’d be there in case I’d pass out again. That knowledge really calmed me down.” But what really moved her, was that the EMTs later reached out to check how she felt or if they could help further in any way. “That was unbelievably sweet and thoughtful and really made me feel engulfed in their compassion. Thank you for your professionalism and care.” Ortal, Brooklyn, NY.