Mission 

Shielded Souls Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring, supporting, and empowering women military veterans, women first responders, individuals in the helping professions, and their family members through trauma-informed services, education, and advocacy.

About Us 

Founded on the principles of faith, community, and service, the Shielded Souls Foundation is a beacon of light in South Florida. Our mission is simple and unwavering: to put women military veterans and first responders first. Our dedication lies in protecting, empowering, and honoring every soul we serve.

As a nonprofit organization, Shielded Souls Foundation provides emergency aid, ongoing support, guidance, and early intervention to military veterans, first responders, individuals in the helping professions, and their family members. We recognize that the demands of service and helping roles often place individuals and families at increased risk for mental health challenges and domestic violence, and we respond with compassion, advocacy, and action.

Our Mission
To provide compassionate, accessible, and trauma-informed services that promote mental health, safety, and resilience through education, advocacy, peer support, and community partnerships.

Founder & Leadership
Liz Handras, a U.S. Army veteran and retired law enforcement sergeant, established the Shielded Souls Foundation. Liz is currently completing her master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling, further equipping her to lead the Foundation with both lived experience and professional expertise. Throughout her career, Liz witnessed colleagues and friends struggle in silence—selflessly protecting others while their own needs went unmet. She founded the Shielded Souls Foundation to ensure that those who serve never lack resources, recognition, or hope.

Our Values

• Service and Integrity

• Faith, Compassion, and Respect

• Trauma-Informed and Family-Centered Care

• Empowerment and Advocacy

• Collaboration and Community Impact

Who We Serve

• Women Military Veterans

• Women First Responders

• Individuals in the Helping Professions

• Spouses, partners, and family members

We recognize that service-related stress and trauma impact not only individuals but also entire family systems.

Programs & Services

Mental Health Advocacy

Education and awareness initiatives that reduce stigma, promote emotional well-being, and encourage early intervention for individuals and families.

Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention

Survivor-centered education, outreach, and resources addressing intimate partner violence within military, first responder, and helping professional communities.

Speaking Engagements

Professional speaking engagements and workshops focused on mental health, trauma, resilience, domestic violence prevention, and family well-being for agencies, organizations, and community audiences.

Peer Support & Community Connection

Safe spaces that foster shared experience, mutual understanding, and empowerment.

Holistic & Supportive Services

Resources that promote emotional well-being, healthy coping, family support, and resilience for individuals and families impacted by service-related stress and trauma.

Speaking Engagements

Shielded Souls Foundation offers tailored presentations for:

• Law enforcement and public safety agencies

• Military-affiliated organizations

• Municipalities and community groups

• Nonprofits and faith-based organizations

Topics Include:

• Mental Health Awareness and Resilience

• Trauma and Cumulative Stress

• Domestic Violence Prevention

• Supporting Families in Helping Professions

Call to Action: Request a Speaker

Community Impact

Through education, advocacy, partnerships, and outreach, Shielded Souls Foundation strengthens protective factors, supports families, and contributes to healthier, more resilient communities.

Get Involved

• Partner With Us

• Volunteer

• Sponsor an Event or Program

• Attend a Speaking Engagement

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