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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
Congratulations to Elise Stoner, the Program Coordinator of Next Door, for being awarded an Outstanding Performance Award. Lori Leister, the Assistant Director of Mental Health Services, shared, “Elise has worked hard this past year to ensure our services are delivered effectively. She is a big advocate and wants the best for people. If someone calls […]
Congratulations to Mary Griest, Assistant Director of Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (IDD) services as she celebrates 25 years of service to Bell! Mary started her career at Bell as a Direct Support Professional in one of our community living homes, getting to know and serving the needs of individuals living in the home. Mary has been a […]
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 […]
Bell employees, YOU ARE APPRECIATED, today and Every Day! Thank you for showing up, for going above and beyond, for providing quality care and service, for your ideas and input, for your commitment to our mission of providing an environment of support and empowerment where people can improve their quality of living, for your […]
Cindy Bowen was working as a cashier at Walmart when she noticed two customers who really seemed to be enjoying their shopping trip together. Engaging with them in conversation, she learned that they were a resident anda direct care worker in one of Bell Socialization Services’ community living homes. Inspired by her interaction, Cindy followed […]
Here at Bell, we’re always looking to support our partners. As a nonprofit aiming to benefit the community, partnering with local organizations is of utmost importance to us. “Being able to hear other’s experiences helps to understand that as a service provider, we all have similar stories,” corroborates Program Coordinator of Next Door Elise Stoner. […]
Yesterday, October 3, around 150 members of the extended Bell family – employees, service users, donors, volunteers, and more – gathered at Saint Matthew Lutheran Church, York, for Bell’s Annual Celebration and Award Ceremony. Many hugs, handshakes, and stories were shared as those in attendance sat down to a lunch of wraps, salads, and cupcakes […]