ABOUT US
Founded in February 2022 by combat veteran Skyler Nelson, to honor the legacy of Command Sergeant Major Scott Bailey, Bailey Military Family Support Group began with a focus on military families. As our mission grew, we changed our name to Bailey Military Support to better reflect that we also welcome single service members and veterans. We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to serving the Fort Carson, Colorado area.
Through our programs and partnerships, we have been honored to make a meaningful difference in the lives of countless service members and their families. What truly sets us apart is our commitment to supporting not only current and former service members but also their families, Gold Star families, and those grieving the loss of veterans to suicide. We stand beside these individuals with compassion, understanding, and unwavering support every step of the way.
OUR MISSION
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Our mission is to honor the legacy of Army Command Sergeant Major Scott Bailey through dedicated support of current and former service members and their families. We are committed to building a strong community focused on mental wellness by providing resources, programs, and connections that foster resilience, hope, and healing throughout the unique challenges of military and post-military life.
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OUR VISION
Our vision is to reduce military-affiliated suicides by addressing the wellness needs of both individuals and families within the military community.
WAYS WE HELP
The Focus of Our Efforts
Suicide Prevention
Each year, Bailey Military Support partners with local organizations to host Surviving Suicide – A Night of Hope, an annual suicide prevention dinner focused on supporting the military community. This free event, held every September, provides a compassionate and safe environment for those who are struggling, as well as anyone who wants to learn more about available resources and how to support others experiencing suicidal thoughts.
Our commitment to ending military-affiliated suicide is reflected in every aspect of the evening. Attendees benefit from inspiring motivational speakers, access to valuable resources, and a catered meal. We also provide resource bags filled with self-care items and helpful materials, and host a giveaway during the event to help lighten the mood. Through connection, education, and support, we strive to bring hope and healing to those navigating these difficult challenges.
Healthy Marriages
We recognize the complex difficulties that deployments, military transitions, and everything in between can place on marriages. Many of the families we serve include one or both parents coping with PTSD or anxiety. At Bailey Military Support, we are committed to offering resources and tools that help couples strengthen their relationships and grow together through even the toughest seasons.
Strong Families
We understand the vital importance of taking a systematic approach that addresses the needs of the entire family—both as individuals and as a unified whole—to successfully navigate the complex challenges of military life. By considering each member’s unique experience alongside family dynamics, we help build resilience and promote overall well-being. Whether assisting a deployed service member, a loved one coping with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), or a family transitioning out of military service, we are committed to providing comprehensive support designed to strengthen both individual and family health.
Single Service Members & Veterans
Our founder knows firsthand what it is like to be a single soldier stationed far from friends and family. Having experienced the loneliness that can come with being away from home, she knew she had to incorporate a program for single soldiers into the heart of our mission. At Bailey Military Support, we strive to offer a sense of home and family away from home by building connection, support, and belonging for single soldiers who might otherwise feel overlooked. One of the ways we do this is through our Christmas program, where we select a unit at Fort Carson and bless as many E5 and below single soldiers living in the barracks as possible with a meal and gift baskets. Whether it is just joining us for our Christmas program or coming to our monthly events, we are here to help in any way we can.
Honoring & Remembering our Fallen Heroes
CSM Scott Bailey
Scott Bailey’s story is one of resilience, service, and selfless leadership. Once a troubled teen who dropped out of high school, Scott didn’t join the Army until the age of 25. He was searching for a career he could be proud of—and he certainly found it. Enlisting in February 1989, Scott dedicated nearly 30 years of his life to serving his country and caring for his fellow soldiers. He was just three months away from his planned retirement in February 2018 when he tragically lost his life.
Scott’s journey from high school dropout to achieving the Army’s highest enlisted rank—Command Sergeant Major—is a true testament to his determination. Along the way, he also returned to school and earned a bachelor’s degree in business, never allowing his past to define or limit his future.
During a deployment to Iraq, Scott’s leadership and compassion became deeply personal. Upon returning, Skyler was diagnosed with pulmonary tuberculosis. Scott stepped in to ensure his soldier received the medical care she needed. He made accommodations for her at work, allowing her to continue serving. Though Skyler was eventually medically discharged due to lasting complications, Scott continued to support her through a dark period of depression and suicidal thoughts, helping her rediscover purpose and healing.
Scott’s dedication extended far beyond any one person. He treated all his soldiers as if they were his own, never judging by rank, race, or religion—only by the heart within the uniform. His care and advocacy were constant, regardless of recognition.
In 2014, while serving as a brigade Command Sergeant Major at Fort Hood, Scott was a guest on a local radio show. When asked how they prepared to bring soldiers home, he gave a response that captured the essence of his leadership:
“What we don’t do, we don’t compromise that soldier is taken care of before they go there. We need to make sure that everything that they do, that all their medical issues, behavioral health issues, financial administrative needs are taken care of before we send them off. There’s nothing more important than making sure that soldier is taken care of and ready to integrate with his family after a deployment. That’s our number one priority with these soldiers.”
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Scott Bailey’s legacy lives on through every life he touched—with compassion, strength, and an unwavering belief in the worth of every soldier.
Honoring & Remembering our Fallen Heroes
SGT James Morrison
SGT James R. Morrison was a devoted soldier who paid the ultimate sacrifice on October 19th, 2016, after a courageous battle with severe PTSD. He left behind his loving wife and their young daughter, Emma, who will forever carry his legacy in her heart. Raised in New York, SGT Morrison chose a life of service, enlisting in the United States Army in 2009. Over the course of his career, he completed three deployments with honor, demonstrating unwavering commitment to his fellow soldiers and his country.
Morrison’s awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal for Valor, two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Army Achievement Medal with one Oak Leaf Cluster, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense Service Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Medal, the Global War on Terror Service Medal, the Non-Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon, the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the NATO Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge, the Air Assault Badge, and the Meritorious Unit Citation.
His memory lives on not only through the honors he earned but through the countless lives he touched as a husband, father, son, friend, and leader. Though his time was cut far too short, the impact of his courage, kindness, and sacrifice will never fade.
Testimonials
Hannah Stryffeler
“I've struggled to find other veterans to meet with and finally this group came along and it has been such a blessing to me and the rest of my family. It truly feels like a second family being surrounded by others who understand what you have been through in the Army and walk beside you to celebrate all the joys in this new civilian life!”