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Infant Loss Support Groups


988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Provides free, confidential support 24/7 to anyone in crisis or emotional distress. If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, call the lifeline for help. A skilled, trained crisis worker will answer. This person will listen to you, provide support, and share any resources that may be helpful. Deaf/Hard of Hearing/ASL users can access the lifeline by going to the website and clicking “ASL Now.”
Always call 911 first for emergencies.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis: (888) 628-9454
Main Website: 988lifeline.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Center (for Professionals): sprc.org

Alive in My Heart

Provides support to grieving parents impacted by pregnancy and infant loss, from other parents with the same experiences. Their website has information on topics like pregnancy after loss, sibling grief, funeral arrangements, booklists and online resources for families. You can also find information on local parent support groups and community events. They provide one-time financial assistance for those who qualify, referral is required. Visit their website for program details and contact information.
PO Box 2631, Columbus, Ohio 43216
aliveinmyheart.org

Canal Winchester Human Services

Provides a variety of social service programs to residents in Canal Winchester, those living in the Bloom Carroll School District, Lithopolis, and underserved rural areas of Fairfield County. Programs include a community food pantry, emergency assistance for rent/mortgage or utilities, senior transportation and social programming, school supply drives, and child loss grief support group.
80 Covenant Way, Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
(614) 834-4700
cwhumanservices.org

Central Ohio Child/Infant Loss Support Groups

  • The Compassionate Friends Columbus & Central Ohio Chapter
    Support groups to help families with their grief after the loss of a child at any age. They have online forums, Zoom support groups, and several in-person support groups across Ohio. Use their website to find a support group near you, and for additional family grief resources.
    1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
    (614) 584-7517
    compassionatefriends.org/chapter/tcf-central-ohio-chapter
    National Website: compassionatefriends.org
  • Baby 1st Network
    Offers bereavement support services for families who have lost children to SIDS. Call their toll-free hotline for advice, support and help finding a local support group.
    1324 North Superior Street, Toledo, Ohio 43604
    (800) 477-7437
    baby1stnetwork.org
  • OhioHealth Grief Support Services
    Offers several grief support groups, community gatherings, and one-on-one counseling for individuals and families in central Ohio. They have virtual support groups for pregnancy loss, loss of a spouse, and more.
    800 McConnell Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43214
    Main: (614) 566-5377 or (888) 389-6231
    Bereavement Office: (614) 533-6060
    General Information: ohiohealth.com/patients-and-visitors/support/grief-support-groups
    Find a Support Group by going to the Classes & Events page and changing Filter by Category to Grief Support: ohiohealth.com/health-and-wellness/classes-and-events

Faith Choice Ohio

A nonprofit of Pro-faith, Pro-choice, Pro-family, Pro-LGBTQ Clergy and professionals advocating and providing support services for abortion seekers. They offer all-options spiritual counseling for anyone considering adoption, abortion, or experiencing miscarriage or infertility. The Jubilee Abortion Fund helps cover the cost of transportation, hotel stays, childcare, and counseling. They also provide abortion care packages, clinic blessings, a leadership development program, inclusive community events, and trainings. Go online to request services.
P.O. Box 82204 Columbus, Ohio 43202
(614) 706-3709
faithchoiceohio.org

First Candle

Provides bereavement support to families who have lost a child to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), miscarriage, or stillbirth. Visit their website for information on safe sleep, an online bereavement resource library, and peer-to-peer online support groups.
24-hour Grief Line: (800) 221-7437
firstcandle.org
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OhioHealth Grief Support Services

Supports children, adolescents, and adults experiencing grief or bereavement in Franklin, Delaware, Marion, Richland, Athens, and Pickaway counties. Services include support groups for all ages, 1:1 counseling, art therapy, educational programs, referrals to community resources, and tailored support groups for pregnancy and infant loss.
OhioHealth Kobacker House at 800 McConnell Drive, Columbus, Ohio 43214
(614) 533-6060
Child & Adolescent Grief Support Program: (614) 566-1728
ohiohealth.com/patients-and-visitors/support/grief-support-groups



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