Anyone YELPING a shelter with less than a perfect score is making me angry…read more That being said. The Bethlehem Inn is a godsend for Bend Oregon. With safe and clean housing, and also accountability for sober living, I have witnessed people get safety. Food. Shelter. And jobs. There is someone in your life that is one paycheck away from homelessness. And they don't want to impose on you. Do you have excess warm clothing? Canned food? Sleeping bags? Or, clothes to wear to a job interview? And have you ever had to ask for it? I have worked with shelters in Louisiana, Florida, Portland, Baker City, and Bend. Socks to sleeping bags. It is humbling. This particular transitional housing and food and clothing shelter is so overwhelmingly kind. The Bethlehem Inn is everything we want in order to give a hand up; not a hand out.

A great charity. Love that what we donate goes directly to a person in need. Very grateful to get…read morethe donations!

My review is based on their "business" practices and interactions with Janet Llerandi Gonzalez, the…read morebusiness manager. I've rented space all over town and I've never felt so immediately bullied by anyone I've dealt with. Back in the fall I inquired about possibly renting event space -- turns out the inquiry form IS THE RENTAL AGREEMENT -- something I've never experienced. No offer to show me the space, to attempt to speak to me, just interest in gathering information = you've committed to pay for the space. Janet contacted me today, fewer then 10 days before dates I was interested in, to say that the balance is due + 50% fee for late cancellation. This isn't any way to conduct "business" and I in no way recommend renting their space.

These folks do good work providing education and programs on local environmental and sustainability…read moreissues such as energy efficiency and waste recycling. December pottery sale is great.

This is your typical little lottery place that has about six machines. They do not have hard…read morealcohol only beer white claw and terrible wine. But the lady working in the shop was really nice. It was pretty busy for a Friday night at 8 o'clock and we got the last machine. We won quite a bit of money and some of the locals seem a little irritated about that, but that's OK. Recommend if you're looking for someplace to push the button that is clean.

Great food. Better service!!! Beautiful facility!!…read more Definitely worth the fee of a membership!

Restaurant review:…read more About as old-school as they get in these parts, the Bend Golf Club restaurant/lounge is open to the public. No membership required. Ambiance is true to the genre: open area with numerous cloth-covered four tops as well as a few larger tables. Naugahyde (I think) lounge chair seating. Golf playing on the several TVs scattered about. No loud music. It's definitely casual. There's a small bar seating maybe six. About those chairs - they're horrible. If you have even a slightly cranky back, you'll hate them. I certainly do. - Service is good, efficient. Not top tier but certainly nothing to grumble about. Your order is taken quickly, drinks arrive soon and the food not too much later. We've had to wait for our our server to notice we needed drink refills a couple of times. - I mentioned the bar, which despite my being a dedicated bar-rat I don't think I'd want to sit at. They have only several beers on draft, well below Bend standards. If you're looking for booze or wine, they have it. - The menu is old school American with a few outliers. Salmon fish & chips, for example, are pretty good (they also have the more standard cod F&C). Several salads - I tried the SW steak salad, which despite having a nice cut of beef was not remarkable. Ribs, burgers, wings, pasta, shrimp, pork chops, etc, are all available. They do have the Impossible Burger, if you're into that. - And they have specials. That SW steak salad was one, but there's also prime rib night (Saturday, I believe) and a four-course dinner on Thursday for $25. - Prices for the food are maybe a tad high but not outrageous by any means. Before you tip, check for added gratuity on your bill. Drink prices are in line with what you expect in Bend. Hours change with the season, I'm told (by a member). During winter, it's open Thursday - Sunday. Otherwise (i.e., when the golf course is operating) it's open every day except Monday. The website doesn't reflect that. Bottom line? It's OK and if you're a member, it's certainly a good option for you. As a destination? Not so much. Unless you like to watch golf while you drink & dine.

Amazing experience for youth in Bend who need a safe space for youth in our community with amazing…read moreprograms around leadership, healthy lifestyles and academic success. Awesome mission and caring staff!

In a town like Bend, with all its outdoor spaces and great community we can take for granted the…read moreneed for safe and healthy environments for kids. The Boys and Girls Club does just that. It allows for families from all walks of life to know that after school their kids are in a safe, fun educational place with great adult mentors. My daughter is a kindergartener and we have loved the Jr.Club Program. It is more affordable,much better ratio,and so hands on compared to all else that is available. We are proud supported of the club and will continue to do so.

I worked at Countryside for a while, and I also had a friend who worked at Thelma's Place. We both…read moreended up quitting for many reasons. One of my biggest concerns was how situations with residents were handled. I had an experience with a resident and when I went to my manager about it, I was told it was my fault. I thought that was very unprofessional--especially since if I had actually done something wrong, I would've been written up or gotten in trouble. Another major issue was the cleanliness upstairs where Thelma's Place is. Me and a coworker discovered how unsanitary it was. We even found mold growing inside the kids' water bottles, which the kids were actively drinking from. When I asked my coworker if we should say something, she told me she already had--and that management didn't care. To make things worse, I was told one of the manager's daughters is the boss of Thelma's Place, so nothing gets addressed. I had multiple pictures of the mold in those cups. Please, please, PLEASE check your children's water bottles and belongings if they go here. Staff was only scheduled to clean upstairs once a week, meaning water sat in the cups for days at a time. Parents deserve to know what's really going on. They treated their staff terribly too, they had fired a kid and went around telling everyone he was "worthless"..

As a caregiving assistant to one of the participants in Thelma's Place Day Respite Center, I have…read morewitnessed the most supportive and integrative approach by staff to help seniors (with and without disabilities) engage in the community, as well as engage with children in the intergenerational program. Seeing how the seniors interact with the children of the new intergenerational child care program has been humbling to witness. Thelma's Place participants engage in activities that stimulate memory and physical movement, as well as community integration that involves field trips to places like the high desert museum, the library, breweries, farms, and more. I would recommend both seniors and children to participate in Thelma's Place Day Respite Center and Whoopsy Daisy Child Care because there are so many opportunities for the young and the old to build understanding and meaningful relationships that encourage positive development for all participants.

Think Wild is such a great resource for the community! They rescue injured and orphaned animals,…read morehelp with conflicts with wildlife, provide wildlife education, and improve wildlife habitat across Central Oregon. What a great organization!

I found a sick/injured Raven on Saturday and called-texted. They got right back with me and took…read morein the bird right away. Nice friendly staff and doing great things for our Furry and Feathered friends here in Central Oregon. THANK YOU!

This place is a hidden gem! Owner's Susan, and her son Aaron (master glassblower) are amazing…read more They worked with me to create a custom piece of glass blown art to house my pet's ashes. Now, not only do have a beautiful piece of artwork, I smile every time I look at it. If you're looking for a memorial piece, a unique gift or want to commission a custom piece for yourself, this is a must visit studio. Bonus, they offer classes for individuals, couples and large groups where you can learn how to make your own art piece!

Took a beginner class. Instructors were very patient and knowledgeable. Directions were clear. The…read moreinstructor made sure I was comfortable handling the glass and helped out when I needed it. I have taken several glass art classes and this studio's class prices are very reasonable. I would highly recommend anyone interested in trying glass art to take a class here.