On Wednesday, August 16, a group of approximately 30 service users from Bell’s mental health programs packed up for their annual trip to Camp Hebron. The trip encompassed three days of relaxation and fun, packed with activities such as swimming, basketball, volleyball, paddleboarding, and the crowd favorite, a wagon ride. Despite the typical summer onslaught […]
Janel Fox and Averie Clark (pictured above) with Bell’s office of Community Engagement, are often seen around town wearing Bell logowear – from baseball tees (as shown) to twill button-down shirts, fleece vests and cute caps. Now YOU, too, can show your support of Bell Socialization Services by sporting the Bell logo on items you […]
At Bell, caring about one another becomes part of the job More than 18 years ago, Theresa Franklin was working in a Bell Socialization Services group home when she met Ron at an ice cream social. Little did they know their relationship would blossom and thrive for almost two decades. Since they met, Theresa has made it […]
Time-Specific Challenge and Match Opportunities help your gift to Bell during Give Local York go further and enhance impact! 25 for 25 Challenge #1 We can do this! We’re looking for 25 of you to make your Give Local York gift to Bell between 9am and 10am on Friday, May 3 to unlock $2,500 from […]
Victor Holler, the Program Coordinator at AIM, which is Bell’s licensed adult training facility, warmheartedly said, “You have to figure out your why. What inspires or encourages you? For me, I enjoy seeing other people grow and advance.” As you watch Victor and Alicia, the Day Program Supervisor, engage with the individuals, you see their […]
After being evicted for missing one month’s rent, Ms. Sophia Smalls and her five children entered Bell Family Shelter in December 2021. Sophia was not able to catch up as it got harder and harder to maintain paying her monthly bills. The family remained at Bell Family Shelter for several months before being accepted into […]
May 2nd and 3rd: Mark your calendars for York County’s most significant giving event of the year! Join us during Give Local York and become a champion for change and empowerment by supporting Bell. At Bell, we’re dedicated to uplifting individuals across all our service programs, empowering and positively impacting over 2500 lives annually. Your […]
On April 13th, Bell’s Big Bed Race 2024 began on a windy note, but as the day progressed, the sun came out and warmed our already joyful spirits. The enthusiastic energy of our teams, sponsors, volunteers, and cheerful spectators left a smile on every face. Looking back at the heartwarming photos from the day, we are […]
Congratulations to Lisa Bortner, Senior Supervisor of the IDD Social Recreation program, on celebrating her 41st anniversary with Bell. When Lisa was in high school, her sister Jean attended one of Bell’s evening programs. Lisa said, “I volunteered and enjoyed it. So, I started working part-time in the recreation program.” After 40+ years, what is […]
Individual members of several York County Rotary Clubs showed up early Friday morning for a combined club service project to unbox and then assemble a shipment of metal beds to be used at the new soon-to-be open Bell Family Shelter. After a quick introduction by Bell’s director of community engagement, Averie Clark, the first group […]