Peer support groups

Navigating grief or trauma can feel like a solo adventure: You are not alone.

SOAR facilitates peer support groups for those impacted by outdoor trauma. To build connections, we create groups based on common experiences.

  • Partners Group

    • For those who have lost a partner to an outdoor accident but were not on the scene. Beginning January 2026.

    Parents Group

    • For those who have lost a child to an outdoor trauma. Beginning early 2026.

    Trauma Group

    • For people who’ve survived an outdoor incident where another person perished. Beginning in 2026.

  • Injury Group

    • For those who’ve sustained an injury while skiing, biking, climbing, boating, etc. This includes individuals whose lives have been temporarily or permanently altered by injury. Beginning in 2026.

    Siblings Group

    • For those who have lost a sibling to an outdoor accident. Beginning in 2026.

  • Professionals Group

    • For those who have experienced a traumatic event or stress injuries—on or off the job—related to their professional field. Beginning 2026.


Upcoming groups:

We develop peer support groups to meet community needs. Please reach out to info@soar4life.org if you or someone you know could benefit from connecting with others, or to learn more.