Shield of Armor Wellness Conference

04/23/2026

Today we had the opportunity to sit down with Breanna Harris to talk about the upcoming Shield of Armor Wellness Conference.

This conference was created to support the mental health, wellness, and resilience of first responders, dispatchers, corrections professionals, medical personnel, chaplains, and their families. We’re honored to share the mission behind this event and the impact it continues to make.

Thank you to KFVS-TV for helping us spread awareness about the importance of wellness in those who serve others every day.

Check out the interview below and help us spread the word.

Cape Girardeau Police announced that registration is now open for the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference.

04/15/2026

🚨 𝗢𝗻𝗹𝘆 𝟭𝟮 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝘆! 🚨

The countdown is officially on for the 5th Annual Shield of Armor Wellness Conference—and the excitement is building!

This year is already shaping up to be our biggest yet… we have MORE people registered than ever before. That means more connections, more impact, and more first responders coming together to focus on what matters most—wellness.

Let’s come together, learn, grow, and support one another. We can’t wait to see you there.

04/14/2026

Delta Companies Inc has been a proud supporter of the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference for many years, and their commitment goes far beyond just this event. Year-round, they continue to stand beside and support first responders across countless agencies.

We are honored to have Delta Companies Inc back once again as a Lieutenant Level Sponsor for the 5th Annual Shield of Armor Wellness Conference.

Thank you, Delta Companies Inc, for your continued dedication to those who serve. Your support truly makes a difference.

04/07/2026

SERVPRO joined us last year as an Officer Sponsor, recognizing the impact this conference has on the lives of our first responders and their families. In 2026, they’re stepping up their support as a Sergeant Sponsor, further demonstrating their commitment to those who serve.

We’re grateful for their continued partnership and look forward to building a strong, lasting relationship as they continue to support those who serve our communities every day.

03/30/2026

Freedom Security partnered with the Shield of Armor Conference in 2025 and quickly saw the impact this event has on first responders. Because of that, they’re back again for 2026 as a Lieutenant Level sponsor!

We’re excited to continue building this partnership and are incredibly grateful for their ongoing support. We can’t wait to see what this year’s conference brings!
https://www.freedomsecurityusa.com/index.php

03/27/2026

Pastor Shawn Wasson of Bethany Baptist Church has faithfully served as one of our chaplains for several years. When he learned about the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference—and that we were bringing in specialized training not only for our chaplains but for chaplains from across the region, he immediately wanted to get involved.

We are proud to announce Bethany Baptist Church as a Sergeant Level sponsor for the conference! Thank you for your continued service and sacrifice.

With the conference officially just one month away, we can’t wait to see everyone there!

03/24/2026

We are proud to announce that La Croix Church is joining the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference as a Lieutenant Level Sponsor! It’s incredible to serve a community that continually supports and gives back to our first responders.

New this year, we will be offering specialized chaplain training led by Kevin Shive from the Rocky Mountain Police & Fire Chaplains.

If you’re a chaplain and want to take advantage of this training, register now!

Agencies looking to expand or start a chaplain program—this conference is for you.

03/11/2026

Behind every strong first responder is a strong support system.

We are incredibly grateful to have Jennifer Jarrett and Sunflower Therapy, LLC joining the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference as an Officer Sponsor.

Jennifer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in trauma therapy, with a strong focus on serving first responders, military members, and their families. Through therapies such as EMDR and other somatic approaches, she helps those who serve others process the difficult experiences that can come with the job.

Her work supporting the first responder community has also led her to become an approved provider with the Missouri Crisis Intervention Team First Responder Provider Network, the National Volunteer Fire Council, and the Code Green Campaign. In addition to counseling, Jennifer provides mental wellness workshops and POST-approved training designed to help agencies strengthen their mental health support for personnel.

Support from professionals like Jennifer helps ensure our first responders have access to the tools and resources they need to stay mentally strong while continuing to serve our communities.

Thank you, Jennifer, for standing behind those who stand on the front lines every day.
https://www.jenniferjarrettlcsw.com/

03/05/2026

We’re excited to announce that Cape Girardeau Honda wanted in on the action for the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference!

As we all know, a clean car can take a little stress off our day — and sometimes it’s the small things that make a big difference.

Rob Petzoldt generously donated a Wash & Shine Kit along with three free oil changes to be given away to our first responders at this year’s conference.

We truly appreciate community partners like Cape Girardeau Honda who recognize the importance of supporting the men and women who serve. Thank you for helping us take care of those who take care of our community!

03/04/2026

We are proud to announce that Jody Petzoldt, a long-time supporter of our first responders and now owner of Integrity Counseling, LLC has joined the Shield of Armor Wellness Conference as a Sergeant Level Sponsor.

Jody has consistently demonstrated a heart for serving those who serve others, providing critical mental health support to law enforcement, first responders, and their families. Her continued commitment to first responder wellness makes a meaningful impact in our community.

We are incredibly grateful for her partnership and her investment in the emotional, mental, and spiritual wellbeing of our public safety professionals.

Thank you, Jody, for standing beside those who stand on the front lines every day.