Sentinel Veteran Support Services

Providing trusted fiduciary oversight, care coordination, and guardianship support – so veterans can live with dignity, stability, and independence.

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Sentinel Veteran Support Services is a veteran-founded nonprofit dedicated to protecting and supporting vulnerable veterans who need help managing their financial, personal, and care needs. Through structured oversight, care coordination, and fiduciary services, we ensure every veteran is supported with dignity, stability, and accountability.

Services

Sentinel provides coordinated, ethical support services designed to protect vulnerable veterans while promoting stability, dignity, and independence.

Representative Payee Services

Sentinel manages monthly benefits for veterans who need financial oversight, ensuring bills are paid, essential needs are met, and funds are handled responsibly and transparently.

Care Coordination

We help veterans and their families navigate complex systems by coordinating healthcare, financial, and support services. Sentinel ensures communication between providers, families, and agencies so nothing falls through the cracks.

Fiduciary Support & Guardianship Support (Future Expansion)

Expanding services to provide additional legal and financial protections for veterans requiring higher levels of oversight.

Who We Serve

Veterans needing fiduciary or financial oversight
Families overwhelmed with care coordination
Court-referred or at-risk veterans

How We Support Veterans

Representative Payee Services
Care Coordination
Financial Oversight & Bill Management
Guardianship & Fiduciary Support

Why Families Trust Us

We are a veteran founded, compliance first nonprofit built on integrity, accountability, and compassionate care. Our approach is trauma-informed and structured – ensuring veterans receive consistent oversight, coordination, and advocacy without gaps in support.

Our Foundation

Sentinel Veteran Support Services was built to protect, guide, and advocate for veterans who need structured support navigating their benefits and care. We operate on a foundation of trust, integrity, and service – ensuring every veteran is treated with dignity and provided the stability they deserve.

Meet Our Leadership

Veteran-founded. Clinically grounded. Mission-driven.

Founder & Clinical Director
Arlyn Ogden-Fuentes, LCSW-S, BCD, CCM

Clinical Care & Treatment Oversight

Active-duty service member and licensed mental health professional specializing in trauma-informed care. Extensive experience supporting individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Proven leader in clinical assessment, treatment planning, and delivering evidence-based interventions that improve outcomes and ensure continuity of care.

Her work with Sentinel is conducted in a personal capacity and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any federal agency.

Sentinel Veteran Support Services is led by experienced professionals committed to ethical care, operational excellence, and advocacy for veterans and their families.

Together, Sentinel’s leadership combines clinical expertise and operational excellence to ensure veterans receive the protection, coordination, and care they deserve.

Co-Founder & Director of Operations
Jade Davis

Operations, Compliance & Program Structure

U.S. military veteran and senior Human Resources leader with over 30 years of federal service, including leadership experience within a federal healthcare system.

Brings extensive expertise in workforce management, compliance, and organizational operations. Leads the development of structured, efficient systems that ensure accountability, stability, and long-term success in veteran support services.

Her work with Sentinel is conducted in a personal capacity and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any federal agency.

FAQ

1. Who do you serve?

Sentinel serves veterans who are unable to safely manage their finances, benefits, or support systems independently. We also support families, caregivers, and referral partners seeking structured, ethical assistance.

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2. What is a representative payee?

A representative payee is an individual or organization authorized to manage a veteran’s benefits on their behalf, ensuring essential needs such as housing, utilities, and daily expenses are met responsibly.

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3. What is care coordination?

Care coordination ensures that a veteran’s medical, financial, and support services are aligned and communicated across providers, families, and agencies to promote stability and continuity of care.

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4. Do you work with the VA?

Sentinel operates independently but is designed to support veterans within systems such as the VA by helping coordinate care, manage benefits, and ensure accountability across services.

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5. How do I know my loved one’s finances are protected?

Sentinel follows a compliance-first approach with structured oversight, documentation, and accountability to ensure all funds are managed ethically and in the best interest of the veteran.

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6. How do I get started?

Families, caregivers, and referral partners can contact Sentinel to discuss their needs. We will assess the situation and determine the most appropriate level of support and services.

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7. Do you offer fiduciary or guardianship services?

Sentinel is in the process of expanding into fiduciary and guardianship services. Our current focus is care coordination and representative payee support, with future services designed to provide additional protection and oversight.

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8. Is there a cost for services?

Costs may vary depending on the level of service required. Please contact us directly to discuss your situation and available options.

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9. Can families stay involved?

Yes. Sentinel works collaboratively with families and caregivers to ensure transparency, communication, and shared understanding of the veteran’s needs.

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10. What makes Sentinel different?

Sentinel is a veteran-founded, military-connected organization built on lived experience, ethical care, and a commitment to protecting those who served with dignity and respect.has context menu

Contact Us

If you or a loved one needs support managing benefits, care, or daily stability, we are here to help.

📍 Serving Central Texas and surrounding areas
📧 Email: info@sentinelvss.org

Support Our Mission

Your generosity helps Sentinel Veteran Support Services advance its mission of protecting, supporting, and advocating for veterans in need. Every contribution helps strengthen the programs, resources, and services that allow us to stand watch for those who served.

Sentinel Veteran Support Services is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.

Ways to Give

One-Time Gifts — Make an individual contribution in any amount.
Monthly Giving — Provide ongoing support through a recurring gift.
Honor & Memorial Gifts — Give in honor or memory of a veteran, service member, family member, or loved one.
Corporate & Community Giving — Businesses and organizations may support our mission through charitable contributions and partnerships.
Year-End & Planned Giving — Include Sentinel in your year-end or long-term charitable giving plans.
Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) — Eligible individuals may be able to make a charitable distribution directly from an IRA to Sentinel Veteran Support Services. Donors should consult their tax or financial advisor regarding individual eligibility and tax treatment.

Every gift helps us continue serving veterans with dignity, compassion, accountability, and respect.

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“Sentinel Veteran Support Services is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Federal Tax ID (EIN): 41-5228918. We are dedicated to providing fiduciary oversight and care coordination for veterans in need.”