Imagine waking up, hearing your mother screaming your name. You open the bedroom door and take in the scene: your son and daughter are with your mom in the hallway and thick black smoke is quickly filling your home. This is what happened to Natasha on November 15, 2020. They grabbed their two dogs and […]

Juan, a service user in Bell’s Sendero Program, part of our Mental Health Services, created a sign that reads, “Una Nueva Vida” (a new life). In describing his artistic process, he said, “I made this craft thinking about how much I have learned in the years that I have been in the Sendero program.” “I […]

In 2018, Deb was experiencing a lot of depression. She said, “My family was trying to support me and get me into Bell to help with my depression.” Three years later, Deb happily remarks that the right medication, support of her family, and her participation in the mental health programs of Bell Socialization Services have […]

A manic episode, at the age of 18, then a hospital admittance changed the course of Ed Zink’s life. This very moment became a stepping stone, that eventually inspired Ed to help lift up other people who are struggling. Ed does not allow himself to be defined by his diagnosis. He has accomplished many things […]

Warmest wishes to Judy Lease, whose husband, Bob adopts this day at Bell Family Shelter in honor of Judy’s birthday.  Bob is a long-time board member at Bell and he and Judy also adopt their wedding anniversary (October 19) in support of the Shelter.  They appreciate the opportunity to lift up York County families who […]

As we greet the mid-way point of November today, many of us steel ourselves for what the end of the month brings, starting with Thanksgiving Day, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Sure, Thanksgiving is a favorite for many, as family and friends gather with grateful hearts. And, too, the shoppers amongst us […]