SHARE Military Initiative

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Explore this Program

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Care for U.S. service members and first responders with brain injury and related physical and psychological health concerns

Since 2007, Shepherd Center’s SHARE Military Initiative has provided evidence-based rehabilitation for military veterans, service members, and first responders who are ready to accept help and healing for their daily struggle with traumatic brain injuries and mental health concerns. SHARE is the only comprehensive rehabilitation program with:

  • Flexible programming options
  • Collaborative care
  • Transition support
  • Community reintegration

This is all available at no cost to military veterans, service members, and first responders, so they can embark on a truly individualized and impactful path to renewed relationships, purpose, and life.

Questions about the SHARE Program?

For non-emergencies, call us between 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. ET to speak with a representative from our admissions team. If you call after hours, please leave us a message, and we’ll return your call during our regular operating hours.

Email SHARE Call Us 404-603-4314

Life at SHARE: A journey of healing, growth, and camaraderie

At the SHARE Military Initiative, healing goes beyond therapy sessions — it’s about rebuilding purpose, forging strong bonds, and rediscovering joy. Through innovative therapies, outdoor adventures, and community support, our clients embrace a renewed sense of self. Explore moments from life at SHARE and see how our program empowers service members, veterans, and first responders on their path to recovery.

Shepherd Peachtree Park

We have served over 500 active duty service members and veterans since 2008 at the SHARE campus.

The Dynavision Light-Training Device

Used to evaluate and improve the visual, cognitive processing, and motor functions.

Project Healing Waters

Clients learn fly fishing techniques and other skills in a calm, meditative environment.

Georgia Aquarium

Quarterly therapeutic swim interaction with whale sharks and manta rays.

Horticulture Group

Meet weekly at our greenhouse to work on plant care and propagation.

Speech-Language Pathologists

SHARE clients to improve communication, memory and processing and set individualized goals.

Habituation Exercises

Focusing on ocular-motor strengthening and vision improvement.

Operation Song

Empowering veterans and their families to tell their stories through the process of songwriting.

The SHARE mission and ethos statement

The mission of SHARE is to honor our clients’ trust every day as we help them go beyond traumatic brain injury and find renewed purpose. Our ethos is to embrace the challenge, commit and follow through, live each day with purpose.

SHARE Military Initiative stories of courage video series

From Emotional Strain to Emotional Strength: Sgt. Dixon’s SHARE Journey

From Emotional Strain to Emotional Strength: Sgt. Dixon’s SHARE Journey

Christopher Dixon, US Air Force Sgt., Retired

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From Service to Strength: How the SHARE Military Initiative Transformed Jeremy’s Life

From Service to Strength: How the SHARE Military Initiative Transformed Jeremy’s Life

Jeremy Gamble Sr., US Marine Corps Corporal

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Overcoming Trauma, Inside and Out: Staff Sgt. Turner’s Story of Hope

Overcoming Trauma, Inside and Out: Staff Sgt. Turner’s Story of Hope

Jarrad Turner, US Army Staff Sgt., Medically Retired

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Defending Freedom, Reclaiming Life: Sgt. Thomas’s Journey with SHARE

Defending Freedom, Reclaiming Life: Sgt. Thomas’s Journey with SHARE

Jonathan Thomas, US Army Platoon Sgt.

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A New Battle, A New Beginning: Quintell Saunders’ SHARE Story

A New Battle, A New Beginning: Quintell Saunders’ SHARE Story

Quintell Saunders, US Marine Corps Lance Corporal

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Healing the Invisible Wounds: Sgt. Herber’s Journey Through SHARE

Healing the Invisible Wounds: Sgt. Herber’s Journey Through SHARE

Gary S. Herber, US Army Sgt., Retired

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Carrying the Legacy: Sgt. Gulick’s Journey to Healing with SHARE

Carrying the Legacy: Sgt. Gulick’s Journey to Healing with SHARE

Matthew Gulick, US Marine Corps Sgt.

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A Hero’s Fight for Healing: Specialist Sanders’ SHARE Experience

A Hero’s Fight for Healing: Specialist Sanders’ SHARE Experience

Rojean Sanders, US Army SPC, Retired

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From Isolation to Purpose: Sgt. Napel’s SHARE Journey

From Isolation to Purpose: Sgt. Napel’s SHARE Journey

Seth Napel, US Army Communications Sgt.

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Empowering lives, side by side

 

Avalon Action Alliance

Shepherd Center is proud to be a part of Avalon Action Alliance. Avalon connects our nation’s veterans and first responders to life-changing care while removing financial and geographical obstacles. Together, we’re a national alliance dedicated to providing transformative solutions for veterans and first responders experiencing overlapping symptoms related to mild traumatic brain injury, post-traumatic stress, and substance abuse. We strive to foster an environment where individuals can grow and thrive.

Wounded Warrior Project

This program is powered in part by Wounded Warrior Project® to honor and empower post-9/11 injured service members, veterans, and their families.

Shepherd’s Men

Shepherd’s Men is dedicated to bringing hope and healing to veterans and their families by raising funds and awareness for Shepherd Center’s SHARE Military Initiative. Our mission is to empower those living with TBI and PTSD by providing a lifeline of support and guiding them on a transformative journey toward a fulfilling future through rehabilitation at SHARE.