Grief Support Resources

You're not alone on this journey. Below you'll find national resources and support available to you 24/7.

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National resources available to you 24/7

988 Crisis Lifeline
Free, confidential support 24/7 for people in distress
Crisis Text Line
24/7 support via text message
SAMHSA National Helpline
Treatment referral and information service

Find Support Groups

GriefShare
Faith-based grief support with 15,000+ groups meeting nationwide
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The Compassionate Friends
Support for families grieving the death of a child of any age
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TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors)
Support for those grieving the death of a military loved one
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
Resources and support groups for suicide loss survivors
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National Alliance for Grieving Children
Resources to support children and teens dealing with grief and loss
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The Dinner Party
Online grief community for people in their 20s, 30s, and 40s
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Recommended Reading

"Grieve Well - Live Well"
by Dr. T. David Willets
Practical guidance through the four stages of grief: Trauma, Disorientation, Adjustment and Rebuilding.
"The Year of Magical Thinking"
by Joan Didion
A powerful memoir about loss and the year that followed.
"It's OK That You're Not OK"
by Megan Devine
Meeting grief and loss in a culture that doesn't understand.
"Understanding Your Grief"
by Alan D. Wolfelt, PhD
Ten essential touchstones for finding hope and healing.
"The Orphaned Adult"
by Alexander Levy
Understanding and coping with grief after the death of parents.