Welcome to Tikvah. Welcome to Hope.

The mission of Tikvah is to empower adults living with a mental illness
so that they may feel accomplished, independent, and fulfilled.
We strive to create and support member connections
through social and educational programming.

Tikvah is a grassroots Jewish organization established by parents and mental health professionals committed to improving the quality of life for adults of all ages with mental illness. Tikvah is a social program aimed at promoting community opportunities. Tikvah focuses on events where members feel safe and have fun in the company of others. Tikvah welcomes and serves people of all faiths.

Socialize. You belong here. You are not alone, get the support you need, right here, right now.

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We reduce isolation, increase independence, and provide social opportunities.

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Upcoming Events

October 11, 2026

Klezmer Concert @KleinLife

KleinLife is hosting a Klezmer concert and we're invited to participate! From Odesa, Ukraine. Thrilling klezmer music and hometown gangster folk songs....with a dose of rocket fuel! To benefit Ukraine's ...

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October 13, 2026

Learn & Lite Bites

Each month we have a different speaker from Main Line Health to discuss health and wellness topics. A light, healthy kosher lunch will be provided. This program is free thanks...

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October 13, 2026

Cooking for HaMotzi

Enjoy a pizza dinner with Tikvah Friends AND participate in a fun and informative volunteer experience. We will be cooking food (soup) that will be served at an upcoming HaMotzi...

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Larry A. Real, M.D. Tikvah Community Connection Program

The Tikvah Community Connection Program is proudly named in honor of the late Larry A. Real, M.D. The program is a holistic approach to supported recovery with normative lifecycle activities, also reconnection with families.

Those fortunate to have known, worked along with, and learned from Dr. Real knew him to be a premier psychiatrist, a leader and strong believer in…
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Those fortunate to have known, worked along with, and learned from Dr. Real knew him to be a premier psychiatrist, a leader and strong believer in the recovery model. Dr. Real was an advocate for those living with a mental illness and their families. Above all he was a wonderful human being. His professional contributions were… Learn more