Sharon Dalton is a proud military spouse who was born, raised, and married into military life. She has lived through multiple military dynamics, relocations, and transitions, giving her firsthand experience navigating the unique challenges faced by military and veteran spouses. Now living in Southwestern Virginia, Sharon is passionate about supporting and advocating for spouses, partners, and families.
As a Peer Leader with VSN, Sharon brings her own lived experience of military relocations and transitions to every conversation, helping spouses navigate the resources, opportunities, and support networks that can make all the difference. She has been actively involved in spouse-centered events and educational workshops, and is passionate about connecting families with the benefits and services they deserve. She leads events that bring together military and veteran families from different regions, fostering a sense of belonging and shared purpose.
Growing up in Charleston, South Carolina, Sharon has been immersed in a rich military culture shaped by the city’s deep ties to the armed forces and has developed an appreciation for the community from an early age. Now living in Southwestern Virginia, she understands firsthand the geographical barriers that rural military spouses face, from limited access to resources and support networks to the simple challenge of finding someone who truly gets it. By leveraging her Charleston roots and current location, she can help ensure that rural military spouses feel supported, informed, and connected, even when physical distance is a challenge to bridge gaps within the community, creating a more resilient network for all service members and their families.
Sharon’s background includes years of dedicated work supporting military and veteran families through the Department of Veterans Services and community-based organizations, where she has connected families with resources, employment opportunities, and peer support networks. She has coordinated spouse-centered events, facilitated educational workshops, and partnered with federal and state agencies to improve access to benefits and services. While her professional experience enhances her ability to guide others, Sharon’s role at VSN is first and foremost as a peer, grounded in shared experience and authentic connection.