Category: Catastrophic Assistance
San Quentin State Prison | CA
Correctional Officer Robert Cook of San Quentin State Prison is currently undergoing treatment for a serious medical condition. During this difficult period, Officer Cook and his family have experienced financial strain due to mounting medical expenses. He was referred to our Catastrophic Assistance Program by Correctional Officer Arnold Daniel. It was an honor for CPOF […]
Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office | AL
Captain Darren Williamson of the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Department passed away on March 27, 2025, after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Captain Williamson began his law enforcement career in 1985 and served Baldwin County for more than 30 years, holding various roles throughout his distinguished career and earning multiple commendations before retiring. His family […]
Century Correctional Institution | FL
Correctional Officer Victor Mitchell of Century Correctional Institution is scheduled to undergo surgery and must travel more than 220 miles one way to receive the care he needs. The distance and time away from home have added to the strain of an already challenging situation. Victor was referred to our Catastrophic Assistance Program by Warden […]
Allen Gamble Correctional Center | OK
Lisa Cathey, a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse at Allen Gamble Correctional Center, passed away from cancer on March 9, 2025. Her loss was deeply felt by her colleagues and all who knew her. Lisa’s family was referred to our Catastrophic Assistance Program by CPOF Volunteer Field Representative Debbie Moore. With the support of Warden Michael […]
Academy for Staff Development- West | VA
On January 15, 2025, Food Service Director Tassy Patrick sustained a serious on-duty injury while assisting in the kitchen at the Academy for Staff Development – West. Director Patrick slipped in grease that had spilled on the floor, and the full impact of the fall crushed her kneecap, requiring emergency surgery. She is currently expected […]
Oklahoma State Reformatory | OK
Corporal Landreth Emswiler, who served at the Oklahoma State Reformatory, tragically lost his life in a head-on collision on February 6, 2025. His daughters, Carissa (17) and Elise (11), were also in the vehicle and did not survive. His 8-year-old son, Merrick, was critically injured and airlifted for emergency medical care. The Emswiler family was […]
Office of Staff Development and Training | NC
Retired Training Instructor James Morgan, who served with the Office of Staff Development and Training (OSDT) in North Carolina, recently experienced the heartbreaking loss of his wife, Peggy, on March 18, 2025, following her courageous battle with cancer. Mr. Morgan was referred to our Catastrophic Assistance Program by CPOF Field Representative Scott Bauer. The CPOF […]
Algoa Correctional Center | MO
The CPOF Board of Directors and its supporting members were honored to extend assistance to Office Support Assistant Jayida, a dedicated staff member at Algoa Correctional Center, who, along with her spouse and three children, suffered the total loss of their home and all belongings in a devastating house fire. Jayida and her family are […]
Perry Correctional Institution| SC
Perry Correctional Institution Correctional Officer Bobby Samples is mourning the heartbreaking loss of his daughter, Olivia Samples, who tragically passed away on January 30, 2025. During this incredibly difficult time, the Samples family needed assistance with burial expenses. Officer Samples was referred to our Catastrophic Assistance Program by CPOF Field Representative Gary Evans, Associate Warden […]
Texas Department of Criminal Justice- William R. Boyd Unit | TX
Corrections Officer V. Latoya Turner is enduring an unimaginable hardship after her 17-year-old son, Cameron, was tragically shot seven times and remains in the ICU. Officer Turner has been out of work since March, staying by Cameron’s side as he fights to recover. Human Resources Representative Tammy Ledford and Major Simon referred Officer Turner to […]