Looking back, can you remember a hug that meant a lot to you? Whether it lifted your spirits or came from someone you love, a hug can say things that words cannot. For Kali, it is a beautiful reminder of just how much she has grown. When Kali first joined our Social Recreation Program four […]
“I have learned that I can achieve the things I want to do because I am more than my diagnosis.” Ten years ago, Karla began attending Oasis House Clubhouse, where she found connection, encouragement, and opportunities to grow. This growth has led Karla to step outside of her comfort zone. This year, Karla represented Oasis […]
When Lynnette Myers, Possibilities Case Manager, visits the Jones family, the children run to greet her with a cheerful, “Hello!” Their apartment is warm and full of life—a reminder of how far RJ and Ashley have come in a short time. Earlier this year, RJ, Ashley, and their four children were experiencing homelessness, living in […]
“Even on the hard days, I still love my job.” Twenty years ago, Christina Hines walked through the doors of Bell Socialization Services for the first time. What began as her first job out of college became a lifelong career dedicated to helping individuals and families move forward. Today, Christina is the Program Coordinator for […]
“I always found a way to give more, to encourage more. I did not want any family to feel the way I felt when I was a kid,” Marcella shared. “This drove me. This was going to be a place where people are respected, find support, and feels like home.” Anyone who has sat down […]
When Amishi Singla began her internship at Bell, she arrived with a growing interest in public health and a desire to understand the local resources that help people live healthier, more fulfilling lives. Amishi is earning her bachelor’s degree from Emory University, where she is majoring in Biology and Anthropology. “With my interest in public […]
When someone at Bell has a question, there’s a good chance the answer starts with Jess Grove. Whether she’s meeting with a new employee, solving a technology challenge, or helping a coworker, Jess has built a reputation as someone people can count on. “I like being the go-to person,” she says. “If I can’t figure […]
“I have nothing. Please help me.” These are words Bell Family Shelter Mental Health Case Manager Vanessa Adamu has heard more than once. For many families arriving at the shelter, their first conversation isn’t just about paperwork or finding housing; it’s about taking the first step toward hope and learning to trust someone they’ve just […]
“To do this work, you need to come in with a desire to see people be successful, to grow, and transition into their own housing,” Shelly Philogene, Bridge Caseworker, shared. For families experiencing homelessness, finding housing is only one step in a much larger journey. In our Bridge Transitional Housing Program, families receive the support […]
When Dani Graham first drove past Bell and saw the “Now Hiring” sign, she had no idea it would become such an important part of her journey. At the time, she was looking for a job close to home. After interviewing at Bell, she immediately felt comfortable. “It really felt like a family environment here,” […]