Bello Machre

02/10/2026

💙🌟 Final Days to Vote for Bello Machre! 🌟💙

There’s still a little time left to cast your vote in the 2026 What’s Up? Media Best Of… Awards, and we would truly appreciate your support. If Bello Machre has touched your life, your family, or your community, this is a simple but meaningful way to show it. 💛

Voting only takes a moment, and every vote helps lift up our mission and the people we are honored to serve each day.

🗳️ To vote, choose your region below, select Non-Profit Organization, type Bello Machre, and submit your vote.

Annapolis: https://ow.ly/vrJA50Y9mFg

Central Maryland: https://ow.ly/egLC50Y9mFe

Thank you for being part of the Bello Machre community and for helping us continue a lifetime of loving care and opportunity. 💙

02/09/2026

🏡 Support That Grows With You 💙

Bello Machre’s Residential Services are just one part of our promise of a lifetime of loving care and opportunity. Individuals living in our homes are encouraged to participate in other Bello Machre services, including Community Development Services and Employment Services, creating a well-rounded support system that meets people where they are.

With individualized plans curated around each person’s passions, goals, and interests, individuals are supported in ways that encourage independence, build confidence, and foster meaningful community connections.

Interested in learning how Bello Machre’s Residential Services could help you or a loved one? Click the link below to learn more.
https://ow.ly/vRjF50Y4ruQ

02/07/2026

👜🎉 Purse Bingo Night Is Almost Here! 🎉👜

Get ready for a fun and fabulous evening at Bello Machre’s Purse Bingo Fundraiser on Friday, March 13 at the Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company in Severna Park! Gather your friends and join us for a high-energy night filled with bingo, prizes, and plenty of excitement. 💙

Enjoy multiple bingo games, special rounds, raffle baskets, pull tabs, and a 50/50 raffle. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, so plan to come early and make a night of it!

🎟️ Tickets are available now. Grab yours at the link below and help support Bello Machre’s mission of providing a lifetime of loving care and opportunity.
https://ow.ly/rKhi50Y9mBp

📍 Location
Earleigh Heights Volunteer Fire Company
161 Ritchie Highway
Severna Park, MD 21146

There will be purses from amazing brands like Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Coach, and more! We hope to see you there!

02/05/2026

❤️ Celebrating Brad Lomax: A Champion for Disability & Civil Rights 💙

This Black History Month, we honor Brad Lomax, a powerful advocate who fought for accessibility, equality, and cross-movement solidarity. As a disability rights leader, Lomax helped bring national attention to the needs and rights of people with disabilities.

He played a vital role in the historic 504 Sit-in, one of the most important disability rights protests in U.S. history, helping push forward protections that continue to impact lives today.

His legacy reminds us that inclusion and justice go hand in hand. Let’s continue building communities where everyone belongs. Learn more about Brad Lomax here: https://ow.ly/S9Ob50Y8f2Q

02/03/2026

💙✨ Make a Difference. Make a Friend. Make a Memory. ✨💙

Looking for a meaningful way to give back? Volunteering with Bello Machre is a chance to share your time, talents, and heart with children, adults, and seniors with developmental disabilities in Anne Arundel and Carroll Counties.

Whether you have a few hours, a full day, or want to make volunteering a regular part of your life, your support can bring smiles, connection, and unforgettable moments. From creative activities to community outings, no two volunteer experiences are ever the same.

🌟 Anyone can volunteer!
Families, teens, students, seniors, businesses, church groups, clubs, and more are all welcome. You can volunteer as an individual, with a group, or even as a family. Teens seeking community service hours in Maryland can also gain valuable experience through our programs.

Ready to get involved or just want to learn more? Click the link below to learn more and become a volunteer today! 💫
https://ow.ly/JiCw50Y4kN6

02/03/2026

🍦🎉 Sundae Funday Is Back! 🎉🍦

The Severna Park ELKS are bringing back their beloved Sundae Funday, a fun-filled afternoon for adults with developmental disabilities. Join us for food, music, games, karaoke, and a special visit from the Oriole Bird. It’s sure to be a sweet and joy-filled day you won’t want to miss! 🧡⚾

📅 Sunday, March 15, 2026
🕑 2:00–5:00 PM
📍 ELKS Lodge
160 Truck House Road

To RSVP via email or text. Use the contact information below!

📱 410-562-9598
📧 almurphy4@yahoo.com

01/27/2026

💙🏡 Planning for the Future with Confidence 🏡💙

As parents age, caring for an adult child with a disability can bring new questions, challenges, and concerns. From planning future living arrangements to understanding legal and financial considerations, these conversations are important and often difficult to navigate alone.

Our latest blog explores what aging parents of adults with disabilities should consider, the support options available, and how planning ahead can bring peace of mind for both parents and their loved ones.

If this is something you or someone you care about is thinking through, we encourage you to take a few minutes to read the full post. 💙

👉 Click the link below to learn more and explore helpful resources from Bello Machre.
https://ow.ly/HnLn50Y1KOE

Learn how aging parents can prepare for their adult child’s future, from living and financial planning to long-term care options and peace of mind.

01/27/2026

🌟💙 Vote for Bello Machre in the 2026 Best Of Awards! 💙🌟

What’s Up? Media’s Best Of… Awards are back, and community voting is now open! We’d be grateful if you’d consider casting a vote for Bello Machre in the Non-Profit Organization category.

Your vote helps raise awareness of our mission and supports our work alongside individuals with developmental disabilities and their families throughout Maryland.

🗳️ How to vote:
Click the link that matches your location, select Non-Profit Organization, type Bello Machre, and submit your vote. It only takes a moment, and every vote truly makes a difference.

🔗 Vote here:
Annapolis: https://ow.ly/pNJH50Y1KIp

Central Maryland: https://ow.ly/50Ik50Y1KIq

Thank you for supporting Bello Machre and being part of our community. 💙

01/24/2026

📚✨ National Braille Literacy Month ✨📚

January is National Braille Literacy Month, a time to highlight the importance of Braille for the blind and visually impaired community.

Kelly, who is supported by Bello Machre, shared why learning Braille has been so meaningful in her life. “Because of my early birth weight and the need to be on oxygen for a long time, my vision was affected from my early years,” she explained. “I have had several retina detachments, with only limited vision now in my right eye.”

Kelly credits her early education for preparing her for these changes. “Fortunately, because of my vision teacher in elementary school and my years at the Maryland School for the Blind, I was able to read and write Braille in the event my eyes worsened over time… Thanks to all my instructors for encouraging me to learn Braille at an early age, as my sight has indeed decreased.”

She also shared how Braille supports independence in daily life. “Although unable to drive, most blind individuals are able to navigate within most buildings… Braille is now used in most elevators to locate the correct floor and on doors in the hallway so a person can find their location within the building to go to an appointment.”

Kelly also shares her story in her book, Kell Bell Made a Wish, told from her own perspective. The book invites readers into her world as she navigates life with a visual impairment and is a meaningful resource for children and families. It is currently available using the link below. 💙

https://ow.ly/knmY50XXjoz

01/21/2026

🏠💙 Welcoming Homes, Lifelong Support 🌟

At Bello Machre, our Residential Services provide adults with developmental disabilities the opportunity to live in safe, fully accessible homes where they are supported, respected, and encouraged to live life to the fullest. Each home is thoughtfully staffed and designed to promote independence, comfort, and a true sense of belonging.

We encourage strong family connections. Immediate family members are always welcome to visit their loved ones in their homes, attend appointments together, and remain actively involved in everyday life. With dedicated support staff, shared meals, and meaningful activities, our homes are built around care, connection, and community. 💛

Interested in learning whether Bello Machre’s Residential Services could be the right fit for you or someone you love? Click the link below to learn more.
https://ow.ly/fUjv50XXjmq

01/19/2026

🕊️ Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Today, we pause to honor the legacy of Dr. King and reflect on his vision of dignity, inclusion, and opportunity for all. At Bello Machre, that vision guides our work every day as we support individuals with developmental disabilities to live full, meaningful lives rooted in respect, belonging, and community.

On this day of service and reflection, we recommit ourselves to creating spaces where everyone is valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. 💙

01/19/2026

💛 A Ray of Hope 🌟

Meet Oliver! Bright, cheerful, and full of joy, Oliver faces each new obstacle with a smile. 💙 With support from Bello Machre’s Ray of Hope program, Oliver has gained access to resources that help him continue growing, exploring, and engaging with the world around him in meaningful ways. ✨

At Bello Machre, we believe every child deserves the chance to thrive. That’s why Ray of Hope provides up to $1,000 in funding each fiscal year to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities — no DDA eligibility required.

Learn more or sign up to be notified when applications reopen by clicking the link below! 💛
https://ow.ly/gmqV50XT6XW