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Survival Outreach Services Coordinator

 

The Help We Offer

SOS provides a wide range of services, tailored to your needs: 

A Personal Support Coordinator

  • Your dedicated point of contact
  • Someone who listens and understands
  • Help with referrals, follow-ups, and getting the answers you need

Help with Benefits and Paperwork 

  • Guidance through Survivor benefits
  • Help completing important forms
  • Assistance tracking down paperwork or verifying entitlements

Financial Counseling

  • One-on-one help with budgeting, planning, or navigating financial stress
  • Connections to trusted resources like Army Emergency Relief

Local Support and Events

  • Grief support groups and workshops
  • Social and wellness events for Survivors
  • Special gatherings that bring the community together

Moving and Relocation Help

  • Support during moves or relocations
  • Help understanding what benefits or services are available in your new area
     

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Baumholder 101

Baumholder 101

Baumholder Spouses and Army Community Service are teaming up to provide community resources to incoming Spouses and their families.

Oct 26 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Comfort Measures & Preparation for Childbirth

Comfort Measures & Preparation for Childbirth

Take part in this interactive class with Army Community Service (ACS) and the New Parent Support Program!

Oct 26 5 pm - 8 pm
Couples Communication

Couples Communication

This dynamic class is designed to strengthen relationships by teaching effective communication skills through interactive workshops and personalized support. Whether you're newlyweds or experienced partners, this program helps you rediscover intimacy and resolve conflicts, empowering you to create a deeper emotional bond.

Oct 27 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Educational Support Playgroup

Educational Support Playgroup

ACS invites parents with children (under age 5) to come and play together and meet new people.

Oct 27 1 pm - 2 pm
SFRG Care Team Training

SFRG Care Team Training

Are you a newly appointed Care Team Volunteer? This class is for you!

Oct 29 10 am - 11:30 am
Spouse Sponsorship Training

Spouse Sponsorship Training

This course will help you fulfill the role as a sponsor for incoming spouses.

Oct 29 10 am - 11:30 am
The No-Stress Holiday Budget

The No-Stress Holiday Budget

The holidays are expensive! Let's help you plan.

Oct 29 11 am - 12 pm
Educational Support Playgroup

Educational Support Playgroup

ACS invites parents with children (under age 5) to come and play together and meet new people.

Oct 29 1 pm - 2:30 pm
Host Nation Tour

Host Nation Tour

Let ACS introduce you to Germany!

Oct 30 10 am - 2 pm
Baumholder 101

Baumholder 101

Baumholder Spouses and Army Community Service are teaming up to provide community resources to incoming Spouses and their families.

Nov 9 10:30 am - 12:30 pm