Grief Support
You Are Not Alone — We're Here to Help
The following resources are here to support you along your healing journey. We invite you to reach out so we can explore additional options together and find the approach that best nurtures your path to recovery.
Helpful Websites
Grief can often be overwhelming, which is why finding the right support can make all the difference. To help, we’ve gathered a collection of trusted online resources where you can find comfort, guidance, and connection. Whether you are seeking articles, support groups, or tools to navigate this difficult time, these links are here to offer you care and companionship along the way.
GriefShare
GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one, in person or online.
Compassionate Friends
This non-profit organization exists to provide friendship, understanding, and hope to those going through the natural grieving process.
AARP
Advice for coping with the death of a loved one, arranging funeral services and making plans and decisions about the end of your life.
Children & Grief
When a loved one dies, it can be difficult to know how to help kids cope with the loss, particularly as you work through your own grief. By being open and honest, encouraging communication, and sharing your own feelings, you and your children can cope with painful times and begin your healing journey together.
The following links provide more detailed information on topics related to helping children and teens cope with loss.
Helping Kids Grieve
Sesame Street in Communities explores children's understanding of death and offers information about communicating, ideas for coping together, and ways to move forward with your children after a loss.
Helpful Children's Books
This list from Allina Health recommends children’s books that deal with different types of death and grief. With these books, you can start a meaningful conversation with your child and help them understand their feelings.
Additional Advice
Judith Acosta wrote an article for The Huffington Post containing advice and guidance from her book Verbal First Aid. It counsels parents on ways to help kids heal from fear and pain in various situations, including a loved one's death.