Congratulations to our March 2018 Advocate of the Month: Anisha Thompson, Meaningful Day Program Director! “Anisha is such an extraordinary advocate for the people we support that she helps me to be a better advocate,” observes Jenna Fisher, Development Coordinator. Jenna and Anisha, the Meaningful Day Program Director, are co-workers with offices close to one…
[3d-flip-book mode=”fullscreen” id=”5741″ ][/3d-flip-book] I don’t know what Ashlyn would do without the outpouring of support from family, friends, and Bello Machre! Together, they make it all possible. We thank you!”–Jennifer, Grateful Mother Bello Machre had many extraordinary accomplishments this past year as we continue to grow to meet a lifetime of changing needs for…
What is Respite Care and Can it Make a Difference? “Bello Machre was there for our family during a very difficult time. Help was truly a phone call away. I called and, within an hour, they had a plan,” shares Pat Cook. Pat was introduced to Bello Machre when she sought respite care for her…
The end of the year allows us to reflect and be thankful for our blessings. As we celebrate the season, we like to share our joy and goodwill with our families, friends, neighbors, and even strangers. We often want to share our own good fortune with those who need it most. While many people give back throughout the year, there is something about the holiday season that makes us all especially charitable. Giving back to our community also provides us with an unspoken gift that makes us feel warm and fuzzy. Check out the following suggestions for some great ways to give back this holiday season.
“We heard so many good things about Bello Machre, and after one visit, we knew this was our Lizzy’s home. All we want is for Lizzy to be happy and loved.” – Stacey, Lizzy’s mother Bello Machre provides a lifetime commitment of loving care for people with developmental disabilities. The continued generosity of our supporters…
National Disability Employment Awareness Month is a campaign celebrated and recognized throughout the nation. Celebrated in October, it acknowledges some of the employment issues that people with disabilities may face and brings awareness of these matters. It also marks the contributions of individuals who are a part of the American workforce who have a disability.
Advocate of the Month – Annetta Covel “Annetta [Covel], is amazing,” shares Michele Marshall, Manager of Outreach & Volunteer Services who nominated Annetta for this month’s Advocate of the Month. “She is a wonderful person who truly feels blessed to do the work that she does as a Family Living Director for our St. Margaret’s…
Through donating, volunteering, and sharing the Bello Machre mission with others, our supporters help us provide a lifetime commitment of loving care to people with developmental disabilities. “I love being a part of Bello Machre because it allows me to be a part of something greater than myself,” shares Charles Hamm, Family Living Director. Read Bello…
A Family’s Call for Help “Bello Machre was there for our family during a tough time. Help was truly a phone call away. I called and, within an hour, Bello Machre had a plan.” Pat Cook was introduced to Bello Machre almost ten years ago. She was seeking Respite Care for her daughter, Katie, so…
My Friend Gennette “I like to call her Momma G,” Kelly says with a big smile. “She’s not really my momma, but she’s like one. I can always count on her to be there if I have a problem.” Kelly is talking about her friend, Gennette, the Family Living Director at her Bello Machre home in…