Another day and another Outstanding Performance Award winner! Sheri Andrews of Bell’s Oasis House York was nominated by Oasis House Program Coordinator, Joanna Witmer. Joanna said, “Sheri is willing to work on anything with anyone and does it all with a smile. She supports her coworkers by filling in on job duties and keeping things […]
In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday, this seems fitting, “You’re off to GREAT places. Today is YOUR day! So, get on your way!” Sheri Andrews, Clubhouse Specialist, at Bell’s Oasis House was off to GREAT places when she began her internship at Bell Family Shelter in 1990. “I loved the opportunity that I was given […]
Celebrating the progress made by Bell service users who are making strides to fulfill their potential and improve their lives is a highlight of the Bell Annual Meeting. This year we recognize three service users from the intellectual disability services department with the agency’s 2018 Personal Achievement Award: Leatha Light, Carol Menges, and Tonya Howe. […]
Many individuals and families, businesses, organizations, and other groups provide support for Bell throughout the year. When we meet each October for the agency’s Annual Meeting, there is opportunity to take note of some of those who Bell staff recognize as being especially supportive. The following were recognized at the 2018 Annual Meeting held Tuesday, […]
If you’re a woman and you’ve ever been bra shopping, you will totally “get” this post. A nice well-fitting bra can help us feel put together and ready to face the world. With proper support we stand taller, our posture and our mood elevated by a bit of elastic, cotton and lace. But decent bras […]
Kevin Stewart was looking for work when he moved to York and heard from a neighbor about openings at Bell. Growing up with a brother who lived with intellectual disabilities, Kevin applied for a position as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) in Bell’s ID group homes and says “I haven’t looked back since.” He’s been […]
Lifting up families experiencing homelessness is a great reason to donate to and shop at Re-Source York, a Bell partner since 2002. Funds generated through store sales are donated to Bell on a quarterly basis, designated in support of Bell Family Shelter to help families transition from crisis situations to independent living in the community. Both […]
It’s GratiTuesday! Every Tuesday in July has been adopted through a $6,000 grant from the Russell and Eleanor Horn Foundation, a treasured community partner for nearly 20 years. Financial donations from local family foundations such as this are crucial to meeting the needs of more than 600 homeless mothers, fathers, and children who reside with […]
Its 8:30 on a Monday morning and there’s a line of people on the sidewalk at 16 W. King Street in downtown York. The dozen or so York County residents waiting there are anxious, heads down, offering nods and half-hearted smiles to one another. When the door opens at 9:00, they move inside. As the […]
Have you ever heard someone say something and it strikes you like a bolt of lightening? That’s what happened while I was listening to an OnBeing podcast and Father Greg Boyle said, “Imagine a circle of compassion. Now imagine no one is standing outside that circle.” I immediately had to go online to learn more […]