Stories
“I’m Inspired to Work Here”
When families and individuals arrive at Bell Family Shelter, they often carry a weight of uncertainty. Meeting someone there who has walked a similar path can spark hope—a reminder that others have overcome similar challenges, and they, too, can find their way forward.Shelter Resident Counselors Gwen Johnson and Grace Kenney, know this firsthand. Their personal […]
“My favorite thing is that we support people IN the community—they are not isolated”
Enjoying the independence of living in one’s own apartment while receiving needed supports to thrive and achieve life goals is what makes Bell’s CHIPP Supported Living* program successful for many mental health service users. Dedicated on-site staff (like those pictured here) is available as needed to help with transportation, medication management, and daily living skills. […]
“This is the job for me. It is my dream job, my missing puzzle piece.”
More than just a Residential Program Supervisor in Bell’s IDDRS* program, Dre Dixon is a husband, a father, and a caregiver at heart. From his first day, he jumped in and knew he had found where he belonged.The days start with breakfast, morning hugs, and small gestures of love that mean the world to the […]
Kick Off a Year of Doing Good
As we ring in the New Year, many of us reflect on our goals and dreams and the changes we wish to make. While some resolutions might wane, here’s one you can hold onto effortlessly, making a lasting impact: setting up a monthly giving donation to Bell Socialization Services. Imagine the difference you can make by […]
Double Your Gift’s Impact with This Special Match!
Thanks to a generous donor, your year-end gift to Bell Socialization Services in support of Bell Family Shelter will be MATCHED until we meet $25,000! Help ring in the New Year at the New Shelter with extra cheer by making your gift before December 31 to unlock the match and double the impact! Gifts at […]
Building a Legacy of Resilience: Celebrating Josiah & Jia’s Inspiring Journey to Stability and Success
We are thrilled to announce a heartwarming Personal Achievement Award for an inspiring family in our Possibilities Program: Josiah and Jia. Their journey has been one of incredible resilience, strength, and hope—a journey that has transformed not only their lives but the lives of their young children. Reflecting on his past, Josiah shared, “I was […]
