Educating. Advocating. Empowering.

Who We Are

Stewards of the Temple, Inc. is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals, caregivers, veterans, and communities through health literacy, healthcare advocacy, and values-based healthcare decision education. We provide educational workshops, practical advocacy resources, and community outreach that equip people to navigate healthcare with confidence, communicate effectively, and make informed decisions that reflect their values and goals. By fostering knowledge, preparedness, and compassionate support, we help strengthen individuals, families, and communities while promoting dignity, collaboration, and active participation throughout the healthcare journey.

Why We Exist

Every day, individuals and families are faced with important healthcare decisions that can feel overwhelming. Medical information can be complex, healthcare systems difficult to navigate, and many people are unsure what questions to ask or how to confidently participate in decisions affecting their health and the wellbeing of those they love. Caregivers often shoulder tremendous responsibilities, veterans may face unique challenges as they transition between healthcare systems, and many individuals quietly carry invisible burdens that shape their healthcare experiences.

Stewards of the Temple, Inc. was founded to help bridge the gap between healthcare information and healthcare understanding. We believe that education is the foundation of effective advocacy and that informed individuals are better prepared to communicate with healthcare professionals, support loved ones, and make decisions that reflect their personal values, goals, and circumstances. Through education, practical resources, and community engagement, we strive to restore confidence, strengthen voices, and promote informed participation in healthcare.

Our vision extends beyond individual healthcare encounters. We are committed to building healthier, more connected communities where individuals, caregivers, veterans, and families are equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and support to navigate healthcare together. By fostering health literacy, advocacy, and values-based decision-making, we help create a culture where every person is empowered to participate in their healthcare journey with dignity, purpose, and hope.

Our Mission

To educate, equip, and empower individuals, caregivers, veterans, and communities through health literacy, healthcare advocacy, and values-based healthcare decision education that strengthens informed decision-making, dignity, and whole-person wellbeing.

Our Vision

A future where every individual has the knowledge, confidence, and support to actively participate in healthcare decisions, advocate effectively for themselves and others, and experience dignity within healthcare systems.

Core Values

• Education
• Advocacy
• Compassion
• Integrity
• Dignity
• Stewardship

Our Programs

Stewards of the Temple, Inc. offers educational programs designed to strengthen health literacy, healthcare advocacy, and informed decision-making. Whether you're preparing for a healthcare visit, supporting a loved one, or seeking practical resources, our programs provide knowledge, guidance, and support for every stage of the healthcare journey.

Health Literacy Workshops

Empowers individuals with the knowledge and confidence to better understand their health, navigate healthcare systems, and make informed healthcare decisions through engaging, practical workshops.

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 Advocacy Tools & Resources

Provides practical guides, worksheets, and planning tools that help individuals, caregivers, veterans, and families prepare for healthcare visits, ask informed questions, and advocate with confidence.

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Community Outreach

Builds bridges between veterans, civilians, families, and caregivers through outreach, service, and meaningful community connections that foster understanding, successful transitions, and stronger, healthier communities.

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Restorative Advocacy Initiative

Strengthens informed healthcare advocacy through trauma-informed education and values-based healthcare decision support. This signature initiative equips individuals, caregivers, veterans, and professionals with the knowledge and tools to navigate complex healthcare decisions with confidence, compassion, and dignity.

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Our Founder

Annette Boatswain, PA-C (Ret.), Founder and President of Stewards of the Temple, Inc., is a retired Physician Assistant with more than 40 years of experience in healthcare, including 27 years in clinical practice. Her professional background includes Family Medicine, Psychiatry, Addiction Medicine, Chronic Pain Management, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Urgent Care, with eight years specializing in Psychiatry, Addiction, and Chronic Pain. A U.S. Army Veteran, Annette is passionate about empowering individuals, caregivers, veterans, and families through education and healthcare advocacy. She founded Stewards of the Temple to help bridge the gap between healthcare information and healthcare understanding by promoting health literacy, informed decision-making, and compassionate self-advocacy. Through educational workshops, practical resources, and community outreach, her vision is to ensure that every person has the knowledge, confidence, and support to navigate healthcare with dignity, purpose, and an informed voice.

Call to Action

"Join Our Mission"

Volunteer • Partner • Donate • Request a Workshop

Whether you are seeking knowledge, supporting a loved one, serving your community, or looking for ways to make a difference, we invite you to become part of our mission.

Together, we can strengthen health literacy, promote informed healthcare advocacy, and build communities where every individual has the confidence, support, and opportunity to make informed healthcare decisions with dignity.

Our Guiding Principle

Restoring Voice. Honoring Values. Supporting Informed Decisions.

Invisible burdens can profoundly shape how people seek care, participate in decisions, and experience dignity within healthcare systems.