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You were part of the military family when you supported your service member in his or her mission. And you’re still part of the family now. That’s why the military has designed programs especially for survivors – tools and services to help you cope, make informed decisions, grieve in healthy ways and begin to envision a life with new opportunities.

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Podcasts
A Guide to Military Funeral Honors
This podcast covers events from the 2022 International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association Convention and how such events help the Defense Department in providing military funeral honors.
Podcasts
After a Suicide
Learn about two online courses available through MilLife Learning designed to provide support for those who are exposed to a suicide and help service providers learn how to support survivors.
External Websites
American Gold Star Mothers Inc.
American Gold Star Mothers Inc. is a national organization of mothers who children died while serving in the U.S. military.
External Websites
American Widow Project
The American Widow Project supports families of deceased service members so that no widow has to feel alone in their grief.
Online Learning
Casualty Assistance Courses
These courses discuss survivor benefits and resources for surviving families, and programs to assist with the final move.
Podcasts
Disposition Options for Military Families
This podcast discusses the various final disposition options available to family members if their service member dies, plus overviews the support available to help them during this difficult time.
External Websites
Eluna
Eluna supports children and families impacted by grief or addiction.
External Websites
Gold Star Wives of America Inc.
Gold Star Wives of America Inc. provides benefits and help to surviving military spouses and children.
Webinars
How Children Grieve
This webinar discusses the stages of grief and how they present in children across developmental and age ranges. It also offers supportive resources that can help with the healing process
Podcasts
How Do I Know if I Am Receiving All My Benefits?
Learn about Online Survivor Benefits Reports, who is eligible to receive them, the process for gaining access to the reports and how the interactive OSBR can help you plan for your future.
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