A second chance at Christmas: Former inmate helps kids with incarcerated parents feel connected during the holidays

CLEVELAND — Every Christmas morning, Richard Swiger wakes up in his Medina home and reflects on how far he’s come.

“I don’t forget where I came from,” Swiger said.

And he never will. Because nearly 15 years ago, Swiger spent the holidays behind bars. He understands more than most what it’s like to be separated from loved ones during special times…

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