Survivor Outreach Services Mission Statement: To build a unified support program which embraces and reassures Survivors that they are continually linked to the Army Family for as long as they desire.
Survivor Outreach Services (SOS) provides long-term support to surviving Families of Fallen Soldiers. Our goal is to reassure survivors that they remain valued members of the Army Family.
The SOS program connects you with people who can help. Our services include referrals to grief counseling, financial counseling, benefits coordination and support groups. SOS hosts many events throughout the year to recognize and support families such as Surviving Spouse Luncheons, Gold Star Mother’s and Families Day recognition events, etc. Regardless of your loved one’s component or branch, duty status, location, or manner of death, SOS will provide dedicated outreach and support when and for as long as you desire.
After a loved one is lost, unresolved issues or questions may surface months or years afterward. The Army is dedicated to fulfilling its promise by providing support to surviving Families. Our financial counselors aid surviving Families through investment and estate planning education, and our support coordinators provide long-term support. SOS can help you navigate the details.
SOS delivers services at garrisons and communities closest to where Families live. Regardless of your loved one’s component or branch, duty status, location, or manner of death, SOS will provide dedicated outreach and support when and for as long as you desire.
SOS also honors survivors with Gold Star and Next of Kin lapel buttons. They are symbols of your sacrifice, widely recognized throughout the country. Find more about Gold Star and Next of Kin lapel buttons here.⚠
