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…
“Annick is one of the most courageous people I know!” – Betsy, Annick’s mother. Annick is a part of Bello Machre’s Support Services Program. She and her loving caregiver, Tara, are always out and about in the community. This fall, Annick faces an exciting transition as she is in the process of applying to live…
“Autism is just as much a part of Connor as his grayish-bluish eyes.” – Lori, Connor’s mother. Bello Machre has supported Connor and his family since Connor was just four years old. This fall, Connor is headed to his first college classes at Anne Arundel Community College. The continued generosity of our supporters helps us…
We cannot thank the Bello Machre family enough for your help making FY19 a huge success! We are thrilled to continue expanding our services and welcoming new people into the Bello Machre family. Check out our highlights video below!
“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…
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…
Supporting Bello Machre is as easy as eating a burrito! Join us on April 30th fom 4-8PM at the Chipotle on Mountain Road in Glen Burnie. 33% of your order cost will support Bello Machre’s Every Step Counts event. All you have to do is bring your friends, come hungry, and show the cashier the…
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…
All About Our Residential Services Bello Machre’s roots are in our Residential Services. We opened our first four homes the same year we were founded—1972. Knowing that it was important for the people we support to be a part of the larger community, we opened our first off-campus, community home in 1980. By 1989, we…