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Operation Second Chance
Program Overview
Mission Statement:
“To aid in the recovery and rehabilitation of wounded service men and women. To assist in the modification of housing to accommodate disabled veterans. To assist the families of wounded service men and women. To facilitate the transition of wounded service men and women back into civilian society.”
How it all started
• Cindy’s Friend Mike Russo Deployed to Iraq as an advisor attached to a Stryker Brigade.
•Sept. 2004, Cindy McGrew began tracking wounded service members from Mike’s unit
•Cindy began visiting with wounded military and their families and offering assistance
•Word spread through the ranks and Cindy began receiving requests from new families
•Ride Allegheny offered a fundraising event to support Cindy’s efforts
•Operation Second Chance is born
•March 16, 2005 Operation Second Chance received 501(c)3 Status
Our Executive Board
Cindy McGrewFounder & President
Debbie SacramoSecretary
Tom BoyleTreasurer
Frank MielenzOperations Manager
Adam Kisielewski (Sgt, USMC, Ret)Vice President
Hank Tuell (Col, USA, Ret)Western Regional Director
Deane A. ShureAttorney for OSC
Tom PlantDirector of Advisory Board
Visiting Military Hospitals
•Peer Mentors•Family Support•Good Food•DVD Players•Movies•PSP and Games•IPods
•Fishing•Shopping•Special Events•Dinner or Lunch•Ball Games (VIP Seating)•Movies (Private Screenings)
Day Trips and Evening Getaways
RetreatsOur Retreats are all expenses paid week long getaways for wounded warriors and their families. We work directly with the hospital staff and medically clear all patients to attend during their recovery.
Host Sites Currently Include:•Montana (Red Lodge)•Florida (Jupiter)•South Carolina (Myrtle Beach)•International Cruises (Caribbean)
New Upcoming Host Sites Include:•Alaska•Georgia•Texas (San Antonio)•Florida (Gulf Coast)
Weekend Retreats
Our Weekend Retreats are hosted in local areas but away from the hospital settings offering warriors and their families a chance to reconnect without having to request special liberty or leave.
Transitional Housing
If a service member or family of a service member is in need of temporary housing with handicap accessibility OSC can assist for up to 90 days.
Special Events
OSC is constantly hosting special events in our local communities to benefit our wounded heroes and their families and spread awareness of their sacrifices and how you may be able to assist.
Events OSC Hosts•Golf Tournaments•Appreciation BBQ’s•Christmas Events•Fishing on the Bay•Car Shows•Hunting Trips•Kids and Family Events•Many Other Events
Home Modification
“It can be as simple as adding a temporary ramp or installing hardwood floors to adding an entirely handicap accessible wing.”
Family Assistance
Financial Assistance•Rent or mortgage payments•Utility bills (electric, gas, water, sewer)•Childcare during illness or surgery•Special assistance for extreme hardships•Car Payments
Family Assistance OSC provides•Access to private counseling for PTSD•Flights for family members•Housing for family members•Assistance with errands•Phone cards and gift cards•Care packages to Combat Zones
Our PartnersOSC does not receive any government funding and we rely solely on
private donations to allow us to continue to serve those who serve us. Thank you to all of you who have contributed to Operation Second
Chance and truly impact these warriors lives.
Questions?