Thank you to our Community Heart Heroes – Andy Cooch and Kellie Nicoleo (pictured right) of Progressive Title in Arnold for supporting the Bello Machre Advocate of the month. Birgit was chosen for September Advocate of the Month because she goes above and beyond for the individuals she supports, her team, and Bello Machre as…
Written by: Chalisse Lockley, Development Intern Fall 2019 “Bello Machre’s Meaningful Day Program is tailored to fit individual’s goals and dreams,” shares Charlie Im, Program Director of the Hertha & Jesse Adams Meaningful Day Program. Started in 2015, the program provides individualized day services, supported employment, and community-based opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities. The…
“I wish I could clone Lawanda,” shares Norma. “She always thinks of me—always! There is never a day where Lawanda doesn’t go above and beyond for me.” Norma, a part of our Support Services program, nominated Lawanda Stewart, Family Support Assistant, for Bello Machre’s Advocate of the Month in July. “Lawanda always takes an extra…
“You could stand Robin under the word Bello Machre because she perfectly represents all that Bello Machre means,” says Darlene Hicks, Family Support Assistant, who nominated her co-worker, Robin Gutshall, for Advocate of the Month. “Whether it’s one of the people Bello Machre supports or a co-worker, Robin’s completely selfless. She picks up the pieces…
To Cathy, Jerry, Julie, and Rick, the people who live in our Hoff Home, outdoor living is very important. While our Hoff Home has a terrific deck, they are interested in adding a patio so they can host more cookouts for friends and have more room to hang out in the summer months. Cathy, Jerry,…
Michele makes the ladies know they are important, loved, and respected,” explains Linda Ancin for why she nominated Michele Goodman-James, Family Living Director of our St. Stephen’s Church Road Home, for Advocate of the Month. “My sister, Mary, and the other ladies who live at her home care for each other— this is something they…
Cassandra Pardillo, a member of our Meaningful Day Program team, is this month’s Advocate of the Month. “Cassandra truly shows what it means to go above and beyond for the people she supports,” notes Charlie Im, Program Director for our Meaningful Day Program. “Cassandra is extremely flexible,” continues Charlie. “She comes in early and stays…
“I nominated Darlene to be an Advocate of the Month because she is a very good person,” shares Gail, one of the members of the Bello Machre Runabouts group that is supported by Darlene Hicks, Family Support Assistant. “Darlene does good for other people,” Gail continues. “She has a good heart and is special to…
“Awhile ago, I decided I wanted to apply for Bello Machre’s CNA-DDA training because I don’t want to ever be on the sidelines waiting for someone else if one of the people we support is in need of help,” shares Nate Fauntleroy, CNA-FLA in our Kursch Home. “That being said, you never know how you’re…
Each year, Linda Evonko, Family Living Director of our Amicus Street Home, hosts a holiday party for our Western Region. “Linda’s hospitality provides both our employees and the people we support a wonderful opportunity to enjoy time with old friends; it also creates a natural environment for new friendships to develop,” observes Randon Bittings,…