Mission / History
| "Bell provides an environment of support and empowerment where people can improve their quality of living." | | Bell Socialization Services, Inc. began in 1966 as the "Bell Club." Formed by the Jewish War Veterans Auxiliary, Soroptimist Club, Catholic Women's Club, Jaycee Wives, and the York Jaycees, Bell began as a social club for people being discharged from psychiatric hospitals.
Through the years, Bell expanded its mental health services and in 1977, began providing services for individuals with mental retardation.
In 1986, Bell Family Shelter and Bell Bridge Housing were opened to serve York County's increasing number of homeless families.
All of Bell's services follow the psychosocial rehabilitation model, which focuses on assessing individual strengths and needs, setting personal goals, and providing an environment that encourages growth and development. Bell's ultimate goal is to help its consumers live as independently as possible in the community.
Bell Socialization Services, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization that is funded by the federal, state, and local governments, as well as grants and tax-deductible donations.
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