George Swearingen
Army Veteran

Veteran’s Day, or Remembrance Day as its known around the world, is a day that honors those who have dedicated a part of their lives to the service of their countries. When Builders Care had stumbled across this veteran in need in their own hometown, they knew they wanted to include him in an upcoming Veterans Day event.

Featured in Episodes 5 & 6

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George is cut from the old John Wayne cloth, let me tell you…his stories are so rich.”

Bill Wilson, Exec. Director, Builders Care
From Episodes 5 & 6

Veteran Heroes

George Swearingen, and Bracell Freeman, are two special veterans Both served in World War II, and they both needed the help of Builders Care.

Good-hearted volunteers heard the call, mobilized their forces and hit the ground running to help these two fine local heroes.

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Veteran Heroes Pt. 1 – Preview
Scenes from George Swearingen's Story
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Episode 5 Clip

George’s Poems

When George asked Chris Simons what he could do to help, he said if he could just tell some of his stories and poems to some of the volunteers, that would be help enough.

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Meet the Builder

Engle Homes, Division President

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Andy Chambers

In addition to his endless responsibilities overseeing the operations of two Florida homebuilding Divisions for Engle Homes, Andy has tirelessly dedicated himself to numerous civic and volunteer projects throughout the Northeast Florida area. He volunteers his time by serving on the Boards of Directors of both the Northeast Florida Builders Association and Builders Care. But his contributions do not stop in the boardroom. Many times you will find Andy on the site of a Builders Care project, helping remodel the home of a local elderly or disabled citizen or, more recently, serving several days in the reconstruction of the Russell Bill Cook Park Community Center, partnering with the Boselli Foundation and Builders Care.

Andy Chambers was honored to lend his efforts and support in helping two very deserving local veterans, Brazil Freeman and George Swearengin. in the Building A Difference Veterans Day episode.

Andy’s commitments to the Northeast Florida community and homebuilding industry were strongly evident as he was instrumental in developing the concept and launching of NEFBA’s “It’s a Great Time to Buy” campaign in late 2007. His insight and leadership helped strengthen the morale of many members of our industry during one of the most challenging times in recent memory.

Andy has also volunteered his time to students of the University of North Florida’s Building Construction Management program by offering guidance on various projects. Additionally, he has helped raise tens of thousands of dollars for Make-A-Wish Foundation of North Florida through various fund-raising events he has spearheaded and has also served on the Board of Trustees of a local church, helping develop a new building project and its associated fundraising campaign.

When not serving, Andy enjoys spending time with his wife, Lisa, and their two sons.”

From Episodes 5 & 6

Unforgettable!

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George Swearingen

A Special Visit Years Later

Chris Simons and Bill Wilson give George Swearingen a special visit a few years after the original broadcast of Veterans show. The went to share the good news that his story will inspire many through the worldwide broadcast of Building a Difference.

He was so excited…this is a must see!

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