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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Through our AIM Program, Re-Source York has provided volunteer opportunities for individuals. Alicia, the Day Program Supervisor of AIM, shared a heartwarming story about the impact this has made. “Since we have been volunteering, Re-Source York has been great and even created a job our guys can do. They go three times a week. Harry, […]
Congratulations to Collage Shop for receiving the Rita Patz Good Neighbor Award! Collage Shop has truly embodied what it means to be a good neighbor. From organizing food drives for individuals living in hotels or cars, providing essential items like pop-top cans, snack bars, individually wrapped snacks, and juices, to hosting a fashion show at […]
Congratulations to Dahl Krow for receiving the Pauline Whitacre Community Services Award! Pauline Whitacre, a beloved mental health consumer, dedicated over 20 years to volunteering daily at Bell, using her time and vehicle to transport fellow consumers to the first Bell Club drop-in center. She made everyone feel welcome, heard, and valued. Her kindness remains […]
Congratulations to Kathy Gross on receiving the Margo Atwood Award! This award is given to an individual or group who generously offers their time or resources to enhance our programs, and Kathy embodies this spirit perfectly. As a dedicated supporter of our Day Program, which her daughter has attended for years, Kathy is a true […]
We have a special award to announce. Congratulations to Marcus, an individual in our IDD Residential Services, on receiving a Personal Achievement Award! This past year has been a whirlwind of life changes for Marcus. He moved homes and switched roommates—twice in a short time! With all these adjustments, Marcus faced new staff, routines, locations, […]
Congratulations to Robin Bentz on receiving a Personal Achievement Award! Robin has been an active member of Bell’s Oasis House program off and on since it started, and particularly engaged for the past two and a half years. She leads by example on her recovery journey and supports other members in theirs. In addition to […]
Congratulations to Luce Aponte! Luce began her journey with Bell in 2001. Rising to the role of Residential Program Supervisor, she has become an exemplary leader. She dedicates much of her time to training and mentoring newer supervisors, demonstrating how to lead with compassion and excellence. Her advocacy for the individuals in the residential program […]