Grief Resources:
Navigating the profound depths of grief, depression, and loneliness often feels like an insurmountable journey.
You are not alone.
Amid these emotional trials, a multitude of resources exist worldwide, each a guiding star to aid in your voyage.
Whether you seek the comfort of a support group, the wisdom of expert counselors, or the solidarity of those who have walked a similar path, there is help available.
International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP)
Website: findahelpline.com
IASP provides a directory of crisis centers around the world, offering support and resources for individuals in distress.
US National 988 Lifeline
Website: 988lifeline.org
Phone Number: 1-800-273-8255
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals.
The Dougy Center
Website: www.dougy.org
Phone Number: 503-775-5683
The Dougy Center provides support in a safe place where children, teens, young adults, and their families grieving a death can share their experiences.
Befrienders Worldwide
Website: befrienders.org
Befrienders Worldwide connects individuals to volunteer organizations that provide emotional support to those in need.
Crisis Text Line
Website: crisistextline.org
Text: Text "HOME" to 741741
Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7 support via text message. A valuable resource for those who prefer texting over talking on the phone.
Good Grief
Website: good-grief.org
Phone Number: 908-522-1999
Good Grief provides support to children, teens, young adults, and families after the death of a loved one through peer support programs, education, and advocacy.
Grief.com
Website: grief.com
Grief.com, founded by grief expert David Kessler, offers a wealth of resources, including articles, videos, and support group directories, to help individuals navigate the difficult journey of grief.
Grief Encounter (United Kingdom)
Website: griefencounter.org.uk
Phone Number: 0808 802 0111
Grief Encounter provides support services for bereaved children and their families in the UK, offering a range of therapeutic services.
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
Website: samhsa.gov
Phone Number: 1-800-662-HELP
SAMHSA's National Helpline is a confidential, free, 24-hour-a-day, 365-day-a-year, information service, in English and Spanish, for individuals and family members facing mental health and/or substance use disorders.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Website: nami.org
Phone Number: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
NAMI provides advocacy, education, support, and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
GriefShare
Website: griefshare.org
Phone Number: 1-800-395-5755
GriefShare is a network of thousands of grief recovery support groups meeting worldwide. It’s a place where grieving people find healing and hope.
Samaritans (United Kingdom and Ireland)
Website: samaritans.org
Phone Number (UK): 116 123
Phone Number (Ireland): 116 123
Samaritans offer a safe place to talk any time you like, in your own way – about whatever’s getting to you.
Lifeline (Australia)
Website: lifeline.org.au
Phone Number: 13 11 14
Lifeline Australia provides 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Kids Helpline (Australia)
Website: kidshelpline.com.au
Phone Number: 1800 55 1800
Kids Helpline offers free, private, and confidential 24/7 phone and online counseling service for young people aged 5 to 25 in Australia.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
Website: cmha.ca
Phone Number: 1-833-456-4566
CMHA provides resources and support for mental health across Canada.
SANE (Australia)
Website: sane.org
Phone Number: 1800 18 7263
SANE Australia provides support for people affected by complex mental health issues.