Army SFC Justin Menchaca

Spring Branch, TX

Mission Accomplished on November 11, 2023

SFC Justin Menchaca enlisted in the Army in 2006 at the age of 17 through the 18X program. He completed Infantry training and Airborne school before entering the Special Forces Qualification Course. In 2008, he graduated as a Special Forces Engineer Sergeant, earning Honor Graduate recognition and becoming one of the youngest to successfully complete the course. He was subsequently assigned to 2nd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne) at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

On July 23, 2011, during his second combat deployment, SFC Menchaca was shot in the head during operations in Afghanistan. After extensive rehabilitation, he relearned how to speak, write left-handed, and walk, transitioning from a wheelchair to eventually using a cane and a manual leg brace.

Justin and his wife, Carissa, are proud parents of their son, Christian. They enjoy traveling, cooking, and spending time outdoors. Though Justin had made significant progress in his recovery, he still experienced obstacles in his former non-adapted home.

A specially adapted custom HFOT home supports Justin’s ongoing recovery. Features such as roll-under counters, a roll-in shower, and an accessible walkway make daily tasks easier, allowing him more time and freedom to focus on his goals.

Justin chose to build his HFOT home in Texas, where he fell in love with the hill country.

Justin would like to sincerely thank the HFOT donors and supporters for giving him peace of mind, safety, and security. “Your gift enables me to have some freedom and independence and will help me live comfortably and pursue my dreams.”

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