Privacy Policy for Gesher Community Care

 

Website: www.geshercc.org

 

At Gesher Community Care (“GCC,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), we are deeply committed to protecting your privacy and treating your personal information with care, dignity, and confidentiality. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, submit inquiries, or utilize our therapist matching and referral services.

 

1. Information We Collect

We collect information to provide, improve, and personalize our community support and referral services.

 

A. Information You Provide VoluntarilyWhen you interact with our website, request a referral, or reach out to us, you may provide us with personal information, including:

 

Contact Details: Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address.

 

Referral & Support Requests: Information regarding your therapeutic preferences, clinical needs, geographical location, and specific care requests submitted through our contact forms or directory inquiries.

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Donations & Payments: Payment information processed securely via third-party processors when making financial contributions to support GCC's mission.

 

B. Information Collected AutomaticallyWhen you visit geshercc.org, we may automatically collect standard usage and technical data, including:

 

Device and browser type

IP address and general geographic location

Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs

Cookies and basic analytical tracking to optimize site performance and user experience

 

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following core purposes:

 

Therapist Matching & Referrals: Connecting individuals with culturally competent, Jewish-affirming mental health professionals tailored to their needs.

Communication: Responding to your inquiries, providing updates, sending newsletters (if subscribed), and sharing community resources.

Service Improvement: Analyzing website traffic and user feedback to enhance website accessibility, functionality, and outreach.

Mission Support & Advancement: Processing donations and communicating about community initiatives.

Compliance & Legal: Fulfilling legal obligations and maintaining the security of our platform.

 

3. Confidentiality & Mental Health Data

We recognize the sensitive nature of seeking mental health support.

 

Clinical & Directory Inquiries: Information submitted through our directory or intake forms is used strictly to facilitate client-therapist connections and support.

 

Important Distinction: Submitting a referral form on geshercc.org does not create a formal doctor-patient or therapist-client relationship with Gesher Community Care itself. Once you connect with an independent, licensed practitioner through our network, your ongoing clinical care will be governed by that provider’s specific HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices and confidentiality disclosures.

 

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share your data only in the following limited circumstances:

 

With Trusted Network Providers: With your consent, we share relevant intake or referral details with licensed therapists in our network to facilitate your care connection.

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Third-Party Service Providers: We work with trusted vendors who perform operational services on our behalf (e.g., website hosting, secure payment processing, and email distribution). These vendors are bound by strict confidentiality obligations.

Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law, court order, or governmental regulation, or in urgent situations involving immediate threats to personal safety.

 

5. Cookies and Web Technologies
geshercc.org uses standard cookies and tracking technology to enhance user navigation and analyze traffic patterns. You can manage or disable cookies through your web browser settings at any time; however, disabling certain cookies may impact site functionality.

 

6. Data Security
We implement reasonable technical, administrative, and physical safeguards designed to protect your personal information against loss, theft, misuse, unauthorized access, disclosure, or alteration. While we strive to protect your data, no internet transmission or electronic storage system is 100% secure.

 

7. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to external sites, publications, or resources (such as articles or external partner organizations). Gesher Community Care is not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any external site you visit.

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8. Your Choices & Rights

You have the right to:Access & Update: Request access to or updates of the personal contact details we hold about you.Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from our promotional emails or newsletters at any time using the link provided in the email or by contacting us directly.Data Deletion: Request the deletion of your personal contact information from our databases, subject to legal retention obligations.

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9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When updates are posted, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

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10. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

 

Gesher Community Care

Website: www.geshercc.org

Email: Contact Us