https://www.militaryonesource.mil/casualty-assistance/survivor-financial-legal/gold-star-surviving-family-resources/
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (militaryonesource.mil), checked Sep 5, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- Casualty Assistance CoursesThese courses discuss survivor benefits and resources for surviving families, and programs to assist with the final move.
- Financial Management for Surviving Spouses and Surviving ChildrenThis serves military spouses and children following their service member’s death.
- Online Survivor Benefits ReportsThis is for eligible survivors who can use the interactive reports to plan for their future.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to Illinois veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness; some programs also serve very low-income veteran families. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to reach them
- Serves all of Illinois
Next step
See every Illinois program for this need, how they fit together, and what to try first.
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Source: Official U.S. military website (militaryonesource.mil). Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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