Mended Sparrow, Inc. (MSI) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides equine assisted services, at no cost, to our heroes and their families. Led by husband-and-wife duo, Wayne and Shahnaz Deyette, both retired from military service. We are located on a small farm in Mechanicsville, VA, where we welcome service members, veterans, first responders, and similarly situated individuals, who have dedicated their lives to serving, caring, and protecting our country and communities.

We know that trauma is a hidden wound that can affect people in different ways. It can shake one’s faith, leave one with unanswered questions, or cause chronic health issues, both mental and physical. That’s why we are here to support you on your journey of healing and personal growth.

At MSI, we respect that each person’s path is unique and there is no fixed timeline for healing. We provide a supportive and safe environment where you can explore your potential and connect with the horses. Our goal is to foster a sense of community, staying connected with each other as we embark on this transformative journey, harnessing the therapeutic nature of horses to heal, grow, and thrive.

Most Recent Episodes

September 25, 2024

Tip of the Spear, a Veteran Roundtable 9-25-24

The "Tip of The Spear" was born out of a need for a dedicated space where veterans could come together to discuss the pressing issues within their community, as well as hard-hitting global matters...

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September 22, 2024

Redeemed with Lauren Burns

My name is Lauren Burns, and I was kidnapped at the age of seven by my Jordanian father and taken to Jordan. My mother, Cathy Hopkins, hired ex-military experts who traveled to Jordan with my mother...

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September 22, 2024

Homefront Sitrep Live 9-15-24

The Homefront team just chatting

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David Willis HomeFront Sitrep Podcast

My name is David Willis, I knew at a very early age that I was going into the military but didn’t know what branch. As I got older and started learning about each branch and quickly figured out that the Marines was the best. I served in the Marine Corps from 97-04. My MOS was 0311(infantry). I went to Paris Island for boot camp after boot camp I was stationed with 2nd blt 8th Marines Golf company. While with 2/8 I went on several deployments to port a prince Haiti, Okinawa, South Korea, Greece, also did two trips to Bridgeport California for cold weather training, I wasn’t going to make a Mediterranean float so I extended and joined 1st blt 8th Marines Bravo company. During my time there we deployed to the Mediterranean and had stops in Spain, Italy, Malta, Africa, and other ports. I got out of the Marines in August of 01, but 9/11 happened and was recalled to go back in where I was stationed with a mobilization support battalion and deployed.