In this powerful episode of VET'ed. host Jen M. Wagman is joined by Timothy Sheppard and Dr. Julie Elledge for an inspiring conversation ahead of the 2025 Veterans Talking to Veterans Fair in Dubois, Wyoming. Together, they explore how trauma-informed coaching, faith-based leadership, and community engagement are transforming veteran care and mental health support—especially in rural America.

Dr. Elledge, founder of Mentor Agility, highlights how her team of certified coaches is addressing veteran suicide by promoting resilience, motivation, and healing outside of traditional clinical settings. She emphasizes suicide as a social issue, not just a mental health problem—and shares how veterans are thriving when reconnected with purpose and community.

Timothy Sheppard shares the mission of the VA Center for Faith, including suicide prevention webinars, Veteran Service Groups, and outreach initiatives to build trust and spiritual support for veterans across all belief systems.

📌 Topics include:

Veteran suicide prevention through non-clinical community care

Coaching veterans and families to thrive

Rebuilding trust in the VA system

Faith, healing, and connection in veteran support

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