Here’s a list of resources that offer support, information, and assistance for those coping with grief. If you or someone else’s life is in danger, please contact emergency services immediately (in the United States this is 911).
Support Groups & Counseling
- GriefShare
- A faith-based support group program for people grieving the loss of a loved one.
- Website: www.griefshare.org
- Compassionate Friends
- Supports families after the death of a child, with local chapters and online resources.
- Website: www.compassionatefriends.org
- The Dougy Center
- Focused on children and teens dealing with grief. Offers support groups and educational materials.
- Website: www.dougy.org
- National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG)
- Resources for children and families dealing with grief.
- Website: www.childrengrieve.org
- BetterHelp
- Online therapy platform offering licensed counselors specializing in grief and loss.
- Website: www.betterhelp.com
Books on Grief
- “On Grief and Grieving” by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross and David Kessler
- Covers the five stages of grief and provides guidance for coping.
- “It’s OK That You’re Not OK” by Megan Devine
- A compassionate approach to grief that normalizes feelings of loss.
- “The Grief Recovery Handbook” by John W. James and Russell Friedman
- A step-by-step guide to recovering from grief and loss.
Helplines
- Crisis Text Line
- Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis support via text.
- Website: www.crisistextline.org
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- Dial 988 in the U.S. for confidential, 24/7 emotional support.
- Samaritans (UK)
- Call 116 123 for free, confidential emotional support.
Online Communities
- Modern Loss
- An online space to share stories and resources around grief.
- Website: www.modernloss.com
- Reddit
- Subreddits like r/GriefSupport offer peer support for grieving individuals.
- Facebook Groups
- Search for groups like “Grief Support” or “Coping with Loss” for community support.
Journaling & Self-Help
- Grief Journaling
- Guided journals like “Healing After Loss: Daily Meditations for Working Through Grief” by Martha Whitmore Hickman can help process feelings.
- Apps for Grief
- Grief Support Network App: Offers guided meditations, grief exercises, and resources.
- Calm or Headspace: Great for mindfulness and reducing anxiety during tough times.
Resources for Specific Types of Loss
- Suicide Loss:
- American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP): www.afsp.org
- Alliance of Hope for Suicide Loss Survivors: www.allianceofhope.org
- Pet Loss:
- Rainbow Bridge: www.rainbowsbridge.com
- Pet Loss Support Hotline: Tufts University Support
