Get help
You reached out. That is the hardest part.
Shepherds Not Sheep is being built to help veterans find footing again. We are early, and we will be honest with you about what we can and cannot do today.
If you are in immediate danger
- EmergenciesCall 911Immediate medical, fire, or police response
- Veterans Crisis LineCall 988, then press 1Free, confidential, 24/7 support
- Crisis Line by textText 838255Message a responder directly
Shepherds Not Sheep is not an emergency service and cannot provide immediate medical, police, or crisis intervention. If you are in danger right now, use the numbers above.
What to expect
Honest about where we are.
We are an organization in formation. Sending this form starts a conversation with a real person — it is not an intake into a housing or benefits program.
Pointing you toward VA benefits and community resources
Listening and helping you think through next steps
Connecting you with mentors and partner organizations as we grow
What we cannot provide yet
- — Emergency shelter or same-day housing
- — Licensed medical, psychiatric, or clinical care
- — Financial assistance or guaranteed placement
Tell us how we can help
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