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 […]
Congratulations to Yvette Engel for being awarded the Ivan G. Hileman Award! Yvette has dedicated 18 years to Bell. From starting as a Resident Counselor to Program Coordinator of our Launch Program, she embodies Bell’s mission and values daily. Yvette always rises to the challenge of overseeing a complex program with many residents, staff, and […]
Thanks to a generous Pepsi grant, our Next Door Program has been able to provide emergency meal kits to participants in need. Each kit includes items for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, with pet food available when needed. Whether someone is staying in a hotel or living outdoors, these kits offer food when it’s needed […]
When you enter the lobby at Bell Family Shelter, the first thing you see is Annelise Vuono’s gorgeous mural. The vibrant colors and serene scene brighten the space, inspiring hope and possibility. Annelise shared, “What Bell does is very near to my heart. I was delighted about creating a mural to transform the new shelter’s […]
Bell’s Launch Program, part of our Mental Health Services, recently underwent a successful licensing review. Yvette Engel, the Program Coordinator, shared, “To prepare, we ensure that our homes are in excellent condition, the charts are in order, and our staff meet the required training hours.” Reflecting on the process, Yvette smiled, “This year went exceptionally […]
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 […]