Introductions and Contact Informatoion
Vice President John Carney
John loves all the rescue horses and so much enjoys his time spent with them. He is a Fireman, a Dive Rescue Instructor, Paramedic and also instructs Paramedics at Akron General Hospital, in his spare time is a published author ! John is the rescue spokesperson and has represented us at out of state events and TV interviews. With all his everyday duties he still finds time to help the horses and our organization while actively representing our rescue in the anti-slaughter movement. The horses expect those signature red delicious apples and carrots John spoils them with on every visit.
Brenda has over 30 years of experience in both small and large animal care and rescue. While she has always had a deep love and respect for all animals, horses have always held a special place in her heart. During her younger years she learned many aspects of all animal care while working in a vet clinic and small animal rescue. She now spends her time babysitting her grand children and tending to the rescued horses.
Laurie started with A.C.E. in the beginning and is now our horse wound specialist. Laurie is a Registered Nurse and has worked all aspects of nursing including Trauma at one of the busiest hospitals in this area. Because of her knowledge and expertise Laurie provides, our wounded horses get the very best of care. Somehow Laurie creates a sterile environment in a barn before tending to wounds !! Lately Laurie has taken on the task of training the horses under saddle and they are improving greatly because of her efforts.
Treasurer Linda Lund
Linda has over 25 years of book keeping experience and running an office. Linda is also our main person for keeping track of Horse Slaughter and it's hopeful ending. She lobbied in Washington for 2 days with other anti-slaughter and keeps us aware of where the movement is and what we need to do to help.
SPECIAL FRIENDS of the HORSES
Jeanne and Carl
Carole and Arlen Garnett
Jason and Chance
Paul and Chris Rosenberger
Christina Fozio
Another Chance Equine Rescue Inc.
Dedicated to changing the lives of abused and slaughter bound horses while educating the public.
OHIO Non-Profit Corporation Charter / Registration Number 1822352
TO THE SPECIAL PEOPLE WHO CARE THANK YOU !
THE BOARD MEMBERS OF 2007- TODAY GROUP / BUSINESS SUPPORTERS OF 2007- TODAY
BRENDA LEWIS PAUL AND CHRIS ROSENBERGER / HORSE TRANSPORT
JOHN CARNEY KATHY / LITCHFIELD TACK
LAURIE CONSTATINE DANA / LITCHFIELD TACK
LINDA LUND CHRISTINA /FEED SUPPLIER
FANS OF BARBARO / MEDICAL AND FEED SUPPLY
Hower & Sons Small Engine Repair
Repair of lawn mowers, snow blowers, edgers
Brunswick, Ohio
216-394-1963
Reasonable rates!
JIM AND BETTY BROWN/COLUMBIA STATION, SHANNON /TNT STABLES, BOB AND BERNICE FERRY / VALLEYWOOD FARMS, APRIL BALLACHINO / PAINTED PASTIMES FARM, WENDY / SHAMROCK STABLES.
TO THE VOLUNTEERS AND SPONSORS NOTHING WOULD BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOU !
CAROLE AND ARLEN GARNET [RAFFLE GIFTBASKETS AND SO MUCH MOREMORE]
MARIE SHAMBURGER AND FAMILY [HAND MADE JEWELRY/FUNDRAISING]
JEANNE AND CARL BUCKINGHAM [HORSE SPONSOR / VOLUNTEERS]
SHARON and DAVE NOVOTNY ( FUNDRAISING / SPONSOR )
JASON MAYBERRY HORSE TRAINER OF BASIC NEEDS UNDER SADDLE
JOHN AND GRACE CARNEY [SPONSOR /REPRESENTATIVE OF RESCUE AT PUBLIC FORUMS FOR HORSES]
LAURIE CONSTATINE AND FAMILY [HORSE SPONSOR / MEDICAL CARE / BASIC TRAINING UNDER SADDLE]
CHERYL ROURKE [ BARN MANAGER/VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR/BASIC GROUND TRAINER ]
LINDA LUND [VOLUNTEER / ANTI -HORSE SLAUGHTER REPRESENTATIVE / SPONSOR / FUNDRAISING and EVENTS PERSON]
LINDA O'DONNEL ( FUNDRAISING and BARN HELP )
APRIL BALLACHINO ( TRAILERING and DONATED ITEMS )
CALEAN ASKEW and FAMILY ( FUNDRAISING and BARN HELP )
KAREN RICE and FAMILY ( FUNDRAISING and BARN HELP )
TRISH L (Sponsored Chance his first year with the rescue)
DR.JEFF ( DONATED FUNDS FOR US TO GET STARTED )
JEN and LAURA B. ( RIDING and MANY NEEDED ITEMS )
PAM RUSNACK ( FUNDRAISING )
(Irene Filben
Beautiful HandMade Blankets and Cards Fundraisng Bake Sale
Ilene Jesse)
A Different Rainbow Bridge
Unlike most of the sun filled days at the Rainbow Bridge, this particular day dawned cold and gray, damp as a swamp and as dismal as any day could be imagined. All of the recent arrivals had no idea what to think, as they had never ever experienced a day like this before. But, the animals who had been waiting for their beloved people, knew exactly what was going on and started to gather at the pathway leading to The Bridge to watch.
It wasn't long before an elderly animal came into view, his head hung low, so very low, and his tail dragging. The other animals, the ones who had been there for a while, knew what his story was right away, for they had seen this happen far, far, too often. He approached slowly, very slowly, and was obviously in great emotional pain, but with no sign of injury or illness.
Unlike all of the other animals waiting at The Bridge, this animal had not been restored to youth and made healthy and vigorous again. As he walked toward The Bridge, he watched all of the other animals watching him. He knew he was out of place here and the sooner he could cross over, the happier he would be. But, alas, it was not to be. As he approached The Bridge, his way was barred by the appearance of an Angel who sadly apologized to him, and then told him that he would not be able to pass. Only those animals who were with their people could pass over to the Rainbow Bridge.
With no place else to turn to, the elderly animal turned towards the fields before The Bridge and saw a group of other animals like himself, also elderly and infirm. They weren't playing, but rather simply lying on the green grass, forlornly staring out at the pathway leading to The Bridge. And so, he took his place among them, watching the pathway and waited.
One of the newest arrivals at The Bridge didn't understand what he had just witnessed and asked one of the animals that had been there for a while to explain it to him.
"Do You see that poor animal over there, with the others? They are rescues. He was turned in to rescue just as you see him now, an older animal with his fur graying and his eyes clouding. Sadly, he never made it out of rescue and passed on with only the love of his rescuer to comfort him as he left his earthly existence. Because he had no family to give his love to, he has no one to escort him across The Bridge."
The first animal thought about this for a minute and then asked, "So what will happen now?" As he was about to receive his answer, suddenly, the clouds parted swiftly, and the gloom lifted with a mighty wind. Approaching The Bridge could be seen a single person and among the older animals, a whole group was suddenly bathed in a golden light and they were all once again, young and healthy, just as they were in the prime of their life.
"Watch, and see," said the second animal. A second group of animals from those also waiting came to the pathway and bowed their heads ever so low as the person neared closer. As each bowed head, the person offered a pat on their head or a scratch behind the ears.
One by one, the newly restored animals fell into line and followed him towards The Bridge. And then, one by one, they all crossed The Bridge together.
"What just happened?" asked the first animal. "That was a rescuer. The animals you saw bowing to the rescuer in respect were those who found new homes because of all their work. They will all cross over to The Bridge, when their new families arrive. Those you saw restored were those who never found homes. When a rescuer arrives, they are allowed to perform one, final act of rescue. They are allowed to escort all those poor animals that they couldn't place on earth across The Rainbow Bridge."
"I think I like rescuers," said the first animal. "So does GOD," was the reply from the second animal, "So does GOD."
Volunteers are not paid, not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless.
Grace Carney and her good friend Winston.... PRICELESS
Cost for Winstons REHAB ... Thousands
501(c)(3) Non-Profit Charity
Cheryl Rourke
Garage sale thank you !!
Thank you everyone for making our garage sale such a huge success !! Special thanks to Wendy and Don for the set up and tare down and use of all the tables and canopy !!
Thank you:
Debbie
Lisa
Linda
Stephanie
Sharron
Carl and Jeanne
for helping with the sale !
Silent Auction and Raffle Thank You !!
Thanks to everyone who attended to make this a wonderful and successful night. Special thanks to Debbie Malone and Sharon Novotny for all their hard work to make this a wonderful evening.
A heartfelt thank you to our Johnboy who presented Gus with an award for all his kindness, hand made by John himself. John also presented the Rescue an award to celebrate our 501 (c)(3) Staus !!
PROFESSIONALS WHO HELP CARE FOR THE RESCUED HORSES
732 State Route 89
Polk, Ohio 44866
419-945-1505 or 888-VET-PLUS
Fax-419-945-1508
FARRIER
Dan Gayle
440-926-3538
DENTIST
Oscar Suski
216-956-3845
Have a problem or need advive, this company is great !! Have a horse on Bute, G.U.T. is the best product we have found to help prevent ulcers !
If you need fencing advice, this is the company to call. Very knowledgeable ! Thank you for all your help in getting our horses fenced in !!
If you would like to come out and visit our rescued horses, or have time to volunteer to groom or ride them, please contact Karen at the above email address !
