Sheepdog Impact Assistance (SDIA) not only became a part of my life, but became my way of life. Before SDIA, I truly believed I had already lived my best life. When you deal with trauma on an almost daily basis, you can lose your way. SDIA not only helps you to identify that trauma and how to deal with it but gives you the tools you need to grow from it. I have met some really amazing people through SDIA that have similar stories as mine. I have a purpose in life and now realize that my best life is yet to come!
From personal experience I have witnessed the deep impact of care and compassion from members of Sheep Dog Impact Assistance and their organization. Through line of duty deaths among law-enforcement and first responder teammates, I have seen just how far SDIA will go to help an affected teammate or family member through personal outreach, programs and events. SDIA will stand beside them through their journey of growth and recovery. Their greatest desire is to help someone who is struggling “Get Off The Couch” and LIVE. As a 40 year law-enforcement veteran, I can say without reservation if you know someone that is struggling with sobriety, substance use or mental health challenges and they are a first responder, military member or veteran, there is true HOPE and HELP available through SDIA.
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance became a part of my professional and personal life about 2.5 years ago. They showed up after we had suffered a tragic loss in our District. Since then they have assisted our members with post traumatic stress, by teaching them post traumatic growth and how to deal and grow through the struggle. I have seen amazing things from this group and their true desire to assist our military and first responders, as well as their families. Please if you know anyone struggling or just needing someone to listen and understand, please contact SDIA.
When tragedy and trauma strike, they are there. Our family has been significantly impacted by the kindness and selfless members of this organization. They see the value in not giving up on people who are hurting. They stick with you and help you work through some of the most difficult challenges of your life. They want to see you succeed and push forward through the difficult seasons of your life by equipping you with strategies that impact the way you think about your future.
SDIA was brought into my life at a time I didn’t know how much I would need it. The people that make up this organization have been integral in my own person growth and many of them have become my closest friends. They’ve been with me in the highs and lows of life and I’ve been able to be there for them as well. SDIA has taught me how to move past PTSD and on to PTG. It’s helped me be a better human, friend, husband, and father. It’s provided an outlet to serve. It is a selfless cause that is worthy and just of anyone’s support.
Sheepdog is a great organization that goes above and beyond in helping veterans and first responders to get off the couch.
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) has profoundly transformed not just my life, but also the lives of my family and those close to me. When a fellow Marine introduced me to SDIA in 2012, I was initially skeptical. However, after participating in my first Outdoor Adventure, my doubts quickly vanished, and I haven’t looked back since.
Through SDIA, I have witnessed significant positive changes, both in myself and in others. I am forever grateful for their unwavering commitment to serving those who have served. SDIA is truly a beacon of hope and support.
SDIA works daily to help our Veterans and first responders turn post traumatic stress into post traumatic growth. The work they do through their outdoor adventures and Warrior Path Program changes lives. Also, they have responded to many natural disasters over the last 14 years around the nation helping those in need after tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, etc. I have been a supporter of SDIA for many years and intend to keep doing so to help them in any way with their efforts.
I have been involved with Sheep Dog Impact Assistance for many years. Seeing the tremendous positive impact they make on our Veterans & First Responders is life changing. These guys don’t just do it they believe it and live it. I feel so strongly about SDIA that I have donated lots of time and funding over the years and I intend to continue to do so.
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance changed my outlook on people and on my future. I have seen many lives put on a better track because of being engaged in any or all of Sheep Dog’s three pillars: Outdoor Adventures, Warrior Pathh, and Continued Service. Sheep Dog’s staff, volunteers, and clientele are some of the best people in the world, and always getting even better.
It is a great organization that helps those that have protected and served the majority of Americans.
Review from Guidestar
I have spent more than 30 years in the nonprofit world, working with, and monitoring nonprofits from around the globe, this is by far one of the hardest working nonprofits I've had the pleasure of studying. Not only do they accomplish their mission, but they excel and finding unique ways to ensure the success of their efforts. Anyone interested in donating to, volunteering for, or supporting Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) in any way, should feel assured that their support will be felt in a meaningful way at multiple levels.
- Keeper of the Faith
Review from Guidestar