Despite facing a difficult situation, Tara, a client of Bell’s Next Door Program, never lost hope. She said, “I had to raise my brothers and sisters growing up. At 32 years old, I have never had a mother or father in general and I made it through life. I want my kids to know that […]
Apple Subaru is partnering with Bell Socialization Services this February for a sock drive! All donations will go to help our York County neighbors experiencing homelessness. Head on to contribute: New Socks Gently Used or New Blankets & Comforters With your donation, fill out a free entry form & join us for “Feel Good Fridays” […]
On what would be one of the coldest days of the year so far, teams of people – including several Bell employees – set out to assist with the 2022 Point in Time Count on Thursday, January 27. Lori Leister, Bell’s assistant director of mental health services (and also supervises Bell’s NextDoor program) reported on […]
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 […]
Congratulations to Revival Social Club, winner of both the Judge’s Choice AND People’s Choice awards for Bell’s workplace campaign Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, October 23, 2021. Founder/Owner, Jessica Ayala, was on hand to receive the award certificates – and a chili cook-off champion chef hat – at Central Market York where the competition took place. […]