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Infant Loss Support Groups

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Provides 24/7 free, confidential support 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. Services are available in English and Spanish. Deaf/Hard of Hearing/ASL users can access the video lifeline by visiting the website.
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call or Text 988
Main Website: 988lifeline.org
Suicide Prevention Resource Center: 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
facebook.com/AliveinMyHeart

First Candle

Provides bereavement support to families who have lost a child to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), miscarriage, or stillbirth. They offer online support groups for families, and a grief line for support over the phone. The website has important information on safe infant sleep, breastfeeding, and bereavement resources. They also offer safe sleep training programs for professionals.
Grief Line: (800) 221-7437
firstcandle.org

Let the Light In

Supports those that have experienced miscarriage and pregnancy loss by providing resources and compassionate community. The Companion Support program offers free, personalized grief coaching in-person in Columbus, or virtually for those in other areas of Ohio. They also host free events in Central Ohio and provide connection to a vast network of community resources. Visit the website and complete the contact form to get started.
3246 West Henderson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43220
(614) 200-4032
ltli.org

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Resources on Maternal & New Parent Mental Health

Offers free, online resources to support parents’ mental health before pregnancy, during pregnancy, and as new parents. Find information on navigating fertility or breastfeeding challenges, accessing mental health treatment, teen parents, health equity, and more.
Maternal Mental Health Hotline: (833) 852-6262
Postpartum International Support: Call or Text (800) 944-4773
NAMI Helpline: (800) 950-6264 or Text ‘Helpline’ to 62640
nami.org/your-journey/maternal-new-parent-mental-health

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
Main: (614) 566-5377 or (888) 389-6231
Bereavement Office: (614) 533-6060
General Information: ohiohealth.com/patients-and-visitors/support/grief-support-groups
Register for a Support Group: ohiohealth.com/health-and-wellness/classes-and-events?category=Grief%20Support%20-%20Specific%20Loss%20Groups&page=1

The Compassionate Friends – Child Loss Support

National organization offering support groups to help families cope after the loss of a child at any age. The Central Ohio chapter offers in-person and Zoom options. Use the website to find a support group near you, and for additional family grief resources.
1479 Morse Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
Columbus: (380) 223-1256
National: (877) 969-0010
Columbus: compassionatefriends.org/chapter/tcf-central-ohio-chapter
National: compassionatefriends.org