Our Nation’s Heroes are Struggling with Traumatic Stress
Nearly 30% of our nation’s “Sheep Dogs” (Veterans and First Responders) struggle with traumatic stress.
But there is HOPE, HEALING and POWER for each of them through Posttraumtic Growth training.Boulder Crest Foundation, creators of the Warrior PATHH training we facilitate, has released another compelling video depicting the healing and power in Warrior PATHH and Struggle Well training. Watch the trailer below, or click here to view the entire video. (View the first video, “On Duty” here.)
https://youtu.be/LeVk--jySg0
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) is PROUD to partner with this amazing organization as well as the Avalon Action Alliance. To be part of the positive life change that results from Warrior PATHH training is an honor and privilege.
If you are or know of a Veteran or First Responder who could benefit from this training, click the button below and we will...
Premiering on 9/11/23 at Noon CT – Sheep Dog Nation Podcast Episode 1
Introducing the "Sheep Dog Nation Podcast," exclusively for veterans and first responders. Join us for candid conversations, expert insights, and heartfelt narratives, offering a safe and supportive space for these heroes to connect, share, and find solace. Subscribe today on YouTube to celebrate their indomitable spirit and honor their unwavering commitment.
Together, we are stronger.
Today is the 22nd anniversary of the 911 terrorist attacks, and though we are long passed that initial devastation and recovery, many of the men and women who served at Ground Zero are still fighting.
Since those planes crashed and the World Trade Center buildings fell, an alarming number of first responders have been diagnosed with illnesses and cancers or have died because of exposure to toxins from the burning jet fuel, asbestos, chemicals and other materials at Ground Zero; it has been reported that the pH level in the air contaminants was equal to Drano. More than 8,600 firefighters answered the call to rescue...
Kilimanjaro: Climb for a Cause 2023
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) is honored to be part of Sam's Furniture's Kilimanjaro Climb for a Cause.The "Kili Climb for a Cause" climbing team, sponsored by Sam’s Furniture in Springdale, Arkansas, includes owner and veteran Joe Donaldson, and ten fellow Veterans - two of which are Purple Heart recipients.
The Marangu route, also known as the “Coca-Cola” route, is the oldest, most well established route on Kilimanjaro. Many favor Marangu because it is considered to be the easiest path on the mountain, given its gradual slope and direct path. However the short time frame of the route makes altitude acclimatization fairly difficult. The route approaches Mount Kilimanjaro from the southeast.
The morning of July 27 the Kili Climb team stepped off on the Marangu Route and five days later summited!
Day One: The Sheep Dog Climbers completed their first day of climbing and staged at their first camp -...
Heroes Ranch Training Facility Grand Opening – July 13, 2023
What an incredible way to celebrate SDIA’s 13th Anniversary on July 13 than by hosting the Grand Opening, ribbon cutting and building dedications for our brand new Heroes Ranch Training Facility (HRTF)!
The day started out stormy, but by 10am had turned into a beautiful day. The event began with an invocation given by Neighborhood Church Pastor Joe Liles, followed by a stirring rendition of our national anthem sung by Greg Pearson.
SDIA Chief Operating Officer Mike Miller then introduced our founder & CEO, Lance Nutt. He spoke about the vision and mission of SDIA, and thanked those who have helped this facility become a reality. Guest speakers took the podium and shared what being part of the SDIA mission means to them and their organizations. We heard from Brian Rohauer of Senator John Boozman’s office, Piper Brintnall of Veterans United Foundation, Tracy Dufault of Walmart, and Josh Goldberg of...
VFW Magazine Story: “Helping is Healing”
August 2023. Written by Kenneth Heard
View this story and the entire VFW Magazine at https://www.vfw.org/media-and-events/vfw-magazine, then click on the August 2023 magazine cover and navigate to page 18 to begin reading the "Helping is Healing" story. A PDF of it appears below.
5News video: “Sheep Dog hosts Aircraft Haul fundraiser”
If the video does not play, you may view it on the 5News website: https://www.5newsonline.com/video/news/community/sheep-dog-impact-assistance-hosts-aircraft-haul-fundraiser/527-78f80542-bf6f-454e-a138-caa2ae914290 ...
McDonald County News video: “National Non-Profit Opens New Facility in Jane for Veterans & First Responders”
JANE, Mo. — A non-profit organization that focuses on the mental health recovery of veterans and first responders is expanding their reach into southwest Missouri.
A large pair of scissors helped cut the ribbon in Jane Thursday, as the Sheep Dog Impact Assistance non-profit organization had its grand opening for its new Heroes Ranch Training Facility.
It sits on more than 50 acres of land and provides veterans and first responders, or “sheepdogs,” struggling with mental health issues like anxiety and depression an opportunity to be amongst those who understand what they are going through while having some fun.
“The focus here with our outdoor adventure program is again, everything outdoors from canoeing the local Elk River, to razor-riding, camping, hiking, fishing, cave exploring, you name it,” said SGTMAJ Lance Nutt, Sheep Dog Impact Assistance Founder and CEO.
“Sometimes we forget what it is like for post-traumatic stress or anxiety and stress along the line of duty that these men and...
ARTICLE by Carin Schoppmeyer: Sheep Dog Impact Assistance helps veterans, lauds heroes
Local journalist Carin Schoppmeyer visited with us at the 2023 Heroes Gala and wrote a great article on this amazing event. Click the image above or visit https://www.nwaonline.com/news/2023/may/07/carin-schoppmeyer-sheep-dog-impact-assistance/ to read the story and view her photos. ...
Our Friends & Neighbors Need Us!
We're helping as many as we can, but we need your support to keep serving those impacted by recent tornadoes.
As our Disaster Response (DR) Teams wrapped up their work in Mississippi last Thursday, they quickly inventoried, restocked, and geared back up to focus on the areas devastated by tornadoes in the south on Friday.
Saturday morning, our Central Arkansas Chapter deployed to West Little Rock, and our Southern Indiana Chapter headed to Sullivan, Indiana - both teams got right to work helping residents. And yesterday morning a DR Team from Northwest Arkansas traveled to the small town of Wynne, Arkansas, and began chainsaw operations to remove trees from homes, roads and property.
Our DRM Team in Indiana wrapped up their work Sunday and have returned home safely, but our Arkansas teams will be in the Little Rock area through the end of the week.
We - and those affected - need your support more than ever as the DRM...
Potential Deployment for Central Arkansas Tornado Recovery
Tornadoes passed through Central Arkansas this afternoon causing mass injuries and devastation.
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) is currently assessing damage and need in the area and will make a decision on deploying a Disaster Response (DR) Team in the next 24-36 hours. A deployment could depart for Central Arkansas as early as Sunday morning.
Please watch your email and our social media for further details and information.
If you are available to deploy, please CLICK HERE TO REGISTER. After registering, you will be added to the list of DR volunteers and will receive deployment details.
Requirements for Deployment - All Registrants MUST:
Register as a DRM Volunteer using the button or link above;
Be an SDIA Member or Volunteer (sign up at https://sheepdogia.org/get-involved);
Have proof of Health/Medical insurance;
Be able to transport yourself to the rally point if not traveling with the main DR team; and
Be able...