OPERATION COMBAT BIKESAVER INC

Veteran Impact Services, Inc. DBA Operation Charlie Bravo, formerly known as Operation Combat Bikesaver, is committed to helping Veterans find life-changing, impactful solutions to prevent suicide and homelessness. We believe that veteran and military suicide prevention must be a national priority due to the extremely high numbers of veterans committing suicide.

The mission of OCB is to foster dignity as we re-introduce self-worth to our veterans and military personnel who have been physically, mentally, and emotionally damaged by the realities of military service. Through our efforts, we hope to give new life to the men and women who have served our country by reducing the suicide rate and preventing homelessness for our warriors. At OCB, life begins anew when we understand and accept these men and women as they are. We assist them to find and develop their gifts and talents as they embrace and contribute to one another and society.

We have developed regional programs targeted toward veterans and military personnel. Our mission is accomplished through creative near-peer solution-driven activities and other programs that facilitate positive lifestyle changes and growth. Several tailored techniques are utilized to formulate the best outcome per individual. First, assessment tools are used to evaluate the veteran’s overall happiness. The “Plan – Attack – Repeat” method is then used. “Plan” consists of formulating what the veteran would realistically like to accomplish and a wish list of goals for the future. “Attack” involves putting their plan into action with shared resources, community assistance and organizational support from OCB. “Repeat” is a promise to never give up and to return to the planning phase to redevelop their plan when they have failures or setbacks. This process improves coping skills, introduces a refuge for fellowship with other veterans, and encourages the use of ones’ gifts and talents to inspire and motivate a new, positive direction in their lives. By participating in this outlet, OCB yields proud and productive patriots as a result of their increased overall happiness which allows them to once again contribute to our community.

Process

We provide a unique facility that functions as a “veteran playland” for fostering creative growth in a near-peer solution-driven environment through a variety of hands-on distractive therapies for day-to-day problem solving. Using the “Plan – Attack – Repeat” method, goals are set, re-igniting purpose and advancing a sense of accomplishment while discovering new talents and learning new skill sets. Key card access allows veterans to have 24/7 access to the facility. Specific group programs are available on Thursday and Friday nights and all day on Sundays. By partnering with other local resources, organizations, and businesses, we can work together to assist with the varying needs of veterans in our community.

The following programs are offered to alleviate stressors in veteran lives:

“Hot Rod Therapy” – Motorcycle / automotive / furniture / DIY restoration / project art shop, etc. – Sundays
Blaster Program – A to B transportation solutions (application available 24/7)
Lima Charlie Veteran Peer Support Group – Thursday Nights
The JAM Program – Music therapy – Friday Nights
On Your Feet Program – Financial assistance grants, coaching, job placement, food pantry, and continued education (application available 24/7)
FAT Program – Fitness and Tranquility, health and wellness
Get Lost Outdoor Program – fishing, camping, outdoor adventures
Veteran Service Officer – help with disability claims, resources, and VA assistance
Family Social media groups – networking, resources, veteran crisis communication (available 24/7)
Many other veteran resources available through our network of collaborators and partners