I’m excited to share something I’ve been carrying in my heart for a long time. I’ve always had a vivid imagination and independent spirit, and I’ve hoped those qualities would someday lead me to create something meaningful—something like this.

This dream is still in the early stages of planning and execution, but it feels like the right time to share it with the world.

So—June 2, 2025 marks the soft launch of Meadows Collaborative Health & Consulting:

A project born from personal healing, professional growth, and a deep commitment to walking alongside women navigating complex health journeys.

June 2 marks the five-year anniversary of a life-changing experience that set me on the path to becoming a nurse and, ultimately, a women’s health nurse practitioner. In 2020, I faced a harrowing chapter—multiple unexpected complications following a hysterectomy and pelvic floor reconstruction that spanned several months. That season of physical suffering and uncertainty deepened my faith, propelled me into a journey of self-discovery, and reconnected me with my calling to serve.

To be here today, five years later, beginning this new chapter—it’s humbling. It’s healing. And it’s right on time.

Why “Meadows”?

Meadows is my maiden name—one I’m deeply connected to. But it’s also a metaphor for something greater. A mountain meadow in early summer is peaceful, vibrant, and alive with diversity—an ecosystem that thrives through interconnectedness and collaboration. To me, that’s the essence of women's health and healing. I believe women are intrinsically connected to each other, to the earth, and to our communities. When we are supported and collaborate with one another, we root into our authenticity, connect with purpose, and thrive.

Through Meadows Collaborative Health & Consulting, my goal is to support and empower women to advocate for themselves and live fuller, more connected lives—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

While clinical services aren’t live just yet, I’d love to stay connected with those who feel drawn to this work. Whether you're interested in:

• Nurse navigation

• Hormone and menopause support

• HeartMath coaching

• Or simply following the journey—

I invite you to sign up for updates below. You’ll be the first to know when offerings become available—virtually and in person in Brevard, NC.

And there’s more to come…

In time, Meadows Collaborative will also offer consulting services rooted in my pre-nursing career experience in business development, marketing, supply chain strategy, and nonprofit leadership. I’m passionate about helping mission-driven organizations and healthcare professionals grow with clarity, integrity, and purpose.

I also care deeply about access to healthcare for all—especially for those in rural Appalachia. I believe healthcare is a basic human right, and I’m committed to being part of the solution. As this work evolves, I intend to collaborate intentionally with community partners and health organizations to remove barriers and expand access to comprehensive, compassionate care.

Earlier this year, I had the opportunity to advocate alongside nurse leaders on Capitol Hill, where I witnessed firsthand the power of policy in shaping health outcomes. That experience affirmed my commitment to staying engaged in healthcare policy and advocacy—amplifying the voices of rural communities, nurses, and the women we serve.

I’m holding some bold, beautiful dreams in my heart around this mission—and I’m already in conversation with like-minded organizations that are equally dedicated to creating lasting, systemic change. I look forward to sharing more as this vision takes shape.

Sign up here: https://forms.gle/UvicpD22tGjQKqAd9

Thank you for being here at the beginning.

—Shannon Meadows Allison, RN

Founder, Meadows Collaborative Health & Consulting