Our mission is to embrace survivors and give the assurance that they are connected to the Army Family through a multi-agency Survivor Support Program. The sustainment of coordinated efforts maximizes cooperation with National Guard members ensures Survivors receive all entitled benefits and allows them to remain an important part of the Army for as long as they desire.
Location
1410 Riverside Drive
Jackson, MS 39202
Assistance
We can assist by:
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Providing expertise on State and Federal Survivor Benefits.
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Working closely with the Casualty Assistance Coordinator and Casualty Assistance Officers to provide guidance and assistance to the Family in regard to benefits, entitlements and local resources.
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Arranging for estate and financial advice when requested.
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Educating the military command, community social services and support agencies of needs of our military Survivors.
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Forming networks and support groups so Survivors will have support readily available.
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Connecting Survivors with appropriate mental health support/counseling as required.
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Supplying Survivors with resource referrals for:
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Peer Support
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Bereavement Counseling
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Emergency financial services
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Military legal assistance
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Tricare
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Education benefits
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Obtaining reports
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Benefits Assistance for:
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Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC)
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Social Security
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Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP)
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Servicemember's Group Life Insurance (SGLI) and Family Servicemember's Group Life Insurance (FSGLI)
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Death Gratuity
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Useful Links
- Military OneSource 1-800-342-9647
- Dept. of Veterans Affairs
- Social Security Online
- Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors - TAPS 1-800-959-8277
- MYPAY
- TRICARE
- National Military Family Association
- Mississippi State Veterans Affairs Board
- Defense Finance & Accounting Office (DFAS) 1-800-321-1080
- Army OneSource