The Indiana National Guard’s Survivor Outreach Services program is a holistic, multi-agency approach to delivering services to survivors by providing these services at garrisons and communities closest to where Survivor Families live.
We serve families of the fallen, including Army, Army Reserves and Army National Guard.
The brave men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice will never be forgotten by SOS and a grateful state and nation. The SOS program demonstrates the Army's commitment to families of the fallen. We continually strive to expand and improve our services to Survivors, improve responsiveness and streamline the assistance process for families.
Know that you are not alone, and that we are here for all Surviving Families. Please do not hesitate to contact SOS if we can be of assistance in any way. We encourage you to share our contact information with other Survivor Families you come into contact with, regardless of branch of service.
Our services include, but are not limited to:
- Counseling - We connect families to grief and financial counseling services.
- Community - We link survivors to other Survivors for long-term support.
- Resources - We assist with federal and state benefits as needed.
- Event Planning - We organize and host Survivor events throughout the state, including the annual Survivor Transition and Resilience Retreat (STARR).
- Advocacy - We advocate for and build community partnerships on behalf of Surviving Families.
Partner: Ask your employer about partnership opportunities with SOS.
Reach out: Talk to our team to learn more about our program and how you can make an impact.
Connect: Connect survivors to community resources that may assist, including:
- mental health services
- grief support
- financial assistance
- regional events and dinners for survivors
- workforce development and employment placement
- family lunches and written cards of support
- Army Survivor Outreach Services
- Air Force Families Forever
- Military OneSource – Survivor and Casualty Assistance
- Military.com – Understanding Survivor Benefits
- Navy Gold Star Program
- TAPS – Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors
- TRICARE
- U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs – Survivor Benefits
Reach out to your Survivor Outreach Service Coordinator for additional and local resources.
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Gold star families stand on the field during the national anthem for the Colts' Salute to Service game on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021 at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. -
Service members from across the armed forces salute the colors following the ceremony at the 500 Festival Memorial Service at the Indiana War Memorial on May 26, 2017. -
Five support coordinators serve 1,300 households throughout the state of Indiana, connecting surviving families to resources that make a difference. -
Gold Star Memorial Monument -
Surviving families gather at a Survivor Outreach Services event in Indiana. -
Memorial Day Service at the Indiana War Memorial in downtown Indianapolis. -
Support Coordinators
Five support coordinators serve 1,300 households throughout the state of Indiana, connecting surviving families to resources that make a difference.
If you leave a voicemail, expect to receive a call back in 24 hours. Call 988 if you are in crisis or 911 for emergencies.
| Call us at 317-247-3300 | Central |
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