Grief Resources
- One Step at a Time – Provides free, peer-led support group for families and friends dealing with the loss of a loved one from substance use. Call (508) 460-2002.
- Heartplay – A free bereavement program for children, teens, and young adults who have experienced death during their lifetime; Express grief through conversation, music, movement, visual expression, writing, and storytelling. Call Jennifer Wiles at (508) 358-3001, ext. 361, Jennifer Wiles or visit the website.
- Camp Erin Boston – A free weekend overnight camp for children and teens ages 6 through 17 who have experienced the death of someone close to them in their lifetime. Call (508) 309-5107 or visit the website.
- Jeff’s Place Children’s Bereavement Center (Framingham) – Offers comprehensive bereavement support services ensuring that all children, teens, and families experience a healthy grieving process in a supportive environment. Fee based individual therapy on a sliding scale. Call (508) 879-2800 or email info@jeffsplacemetrowest.org.
- The Tears Foundation – Provides emotional and financial support for parents and families grieving the loss of a child. Financial assistance available. Call (253) 200-0944 or email office@thetearsfoundation.org.
- Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group – This is a comforting, safe space for any bereaved parent or grandparent who has experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss. Groups start with a specific topic and end with time for open discussion. Support group facilitators are bereaved parents, are at least two years through their grief journey, and have completed peer companion training. 7-8:30pm on the 1st Monday of every month. Email massachusettschapter@thetearsfoundation.org to register.
- William James INTERFACE Referral Service Helpline – This is a free, confidential referral service for individuals across the lifespan living in participating communities. (The Great Meadows communities that are part of the program are Bedford, Lincoln, and Sudbury.) Callers are matched with licensed mental health providers from their extensive database. Each referral meets the location, insurance, and specialty needs of the caller. Call (888) 244-6843 Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5 PM (ET).