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Grief & Trauma from Loss — Resources & Support

Whether you've lost a child, spouse, parent, friend, or pet — your grief is real, it is valid, and you do not have to carry it alone. Support groups, crisis lines, financial help, and healing resources are here for you.

💜 In crisis? Call or text 988 — 24/7, free, and confidential

📞 Key Grief & Crisis Numbers

988 Crisis Lifeline

988

GriefLine

888-851-7412

SAMHSA Helpline

800-662-4357

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741

TAPS (Military Loss)

800-959-8277

Crime Victim Hotline

855-484-2846

Parents of Murdered Children

888-818-7663

Coping with Suicide Loss

800-273-8255

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You Are Not Alone in Your Grief

Grief is the price we pay for love. If you are here, it means you loved someone deeply — and that love does not end with death. What you are feeling — the shock, the anger, the emptiness, the waves of pain — all of it is real. All of it is valid. And none of it means you are broken.

You do not have to "move on." You move forward, carrying your love with you. There is no timeline. There is no right way. There is only your way — and there are people who want to walk beside you. Please let them.

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."

— Matthew 5:4

Find Support for Your Situation

Grief looks different depending on who you are and who you've lost. Choose the section that fits your situation to find resources, hotlines, and guidance designed for you.

🌅 Daily Encouragement & Check-In

How are you feeling today? There's no wrong answer.

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Grief Companion — Ask Anything

AI-powered comfort, guidance, and support for your grief journey

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This companion is for support and general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional therapy. If you are in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, call or text 988 immediately.

🗺️ Your Guided Healing Plan

Five stages of healing — go at your own pace. There is no timeline.

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Memory Journal

Write down memories of your loved ones — keep their light alive

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Your memories of them are precious. Write them down before they fade — the little things, the big moments, the way they made you feel.

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Find a Grief Support Group Near You

GriefShare lists free and low-cost grief support groups at churches nationwide. You do not have to grieve alone.

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988 — Crisis Support 24/7

If you are overwhelmed, in crisis, or having thoughts of self-harm, call or text 988. Free, confidential, always available.

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▶️ Grief & Healing Video Library

Real videos — understanding grief, coping tools, and faith-based comfort

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How to Cope with Grief: Tips to Find Hope and Healing

A compassionate guide to navigating grief — what to expect and practical ways to cope after a loss.

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We Don't 'Move On' from Grief — We Move Forward with It

Nora McInerny's powerful TED talk about living with loss rather than leaving it behind.

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When Someone You Love Dies, There Is No Such Thing as Moving On

Kelley Lynn's honest TEDx talk about what grief really feels like — and why there's no timeline for healing.

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Healing From Grief & Loss — Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor

Neuroscientist Dr. Mary-Frances O'Connor explains how grief affects your brain, memory, sleep, and emotions.

🤝 Grief Support Organizations

You are never alone — these organizations are here for you

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GriefShare

Faith-based grief support groups at churches nationwide. 13-week video and discussion program.

📞 800-395-5755

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The Compassionate Friends

Support for families grieving the death of a child — local chapters and online groups.

📞 877-969-0010

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Dougy Center

Free peer support for grieving children, teens, and families. The national leader in children's grief.

📞 866-775-5683

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TAPS (Military Loss)

Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors — support for anyone grieving a military loss.

📞 800-959-8277

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AFSP — Suicide Loss Survivors

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention — support for those who lost someone to suicide.

📞 888-333-2377

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POMC — Parents of Murdered Children

Support, advocacy, and court accompaniment for families who lost a loved one to homicide.

📞 888-818-7663

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Soaring Spirits International

Grief support for widows and widowers — regional retreats, camps, and online community.

📞 877-572-7946

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NAMI

National Alliance on Mental Illness — free support, info, and referrals for grief and trauma.

📞 800-950-6264

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Find Local Bereavement Support

Search for grief counseling, support groups, and bereavement programs near you

📋 All Grief & Loss Resources

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Your Loved One Is Not Gone — They Live in You.

The love you shared does not end. There is help for every part of this journey — crisis lines, support groups, financial aid, counseling, and a community that understands. You do not have to do this alone. One day, one breath, one step at a time.

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