GRIEF RESOURCES
Online Grief Resources
The death of a loved one is devastating to a child. The impact can be overwhelming and the children and family often need support. The Highmark Caring Place can provide that support through its various programs.
800-224-4673
Our Vision:
A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia®
Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
800-224-4673
We are a leading cancer-fighting organization with a vision to end cancer as we know it, for everyone. We are improving the lives of people with cancer and their families as the only organization combating cancer through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
800-224-4673
Easily find the diabetes program or resources in your area you've been looking for. Search for almost anything from medical care to education, to nutrition and health. Find resources in every ZIP Code so you can get the help you need wherever you are.
800-232-3472
The Center for Organ Recovery & Education (CORE) is one of 57 federally designated not-for-profit organ procurement organizations (OPOs) in the United States. CORE partners with more than 150 hospitals and health care facilities to deliver the gift of life by coordinating the surgical recovery of organs, tissues and corneas for transplantation. CORE also facilitates the computerized matching of donated organs, tissues and corneas.
Whether your family has had a child die (at any age, from any cause) or you are trying to help those who have gone through this life altering experience, The Compassionate Friends exists to provide friendship, understanding, and hope to those going through the natural grieving process.
412- 835-1105 - Pittsburgh
877-969-0010 - National
We are here to lend support during transitions, for all people of all ages.
412-224-4700
MADD has over 600 state organization, chapters and community action teams across at 50 states and each province of Canada. Wherever there are victims, we are there to help them.
800-GET-MADD (438-6233)
We offer support to you and your loved ones during and after your hospital stay. We can also refer you to support services. Call the UPMC Magee Social Work Department.
412-641-4255
We offer support and resources to help you cope during this difficult time.
412-481-1410 - Pittsburgh
Our Black Rose provides free Care Packages to recognize the unique grief of suicide loss survivors - while honoring how their lost one lived, not how they died. Since October 2021,149 free care packages have been distributed to our partners for those suffering a suicide loss
Our primary mission is to provide bereavement support to families who have lost a child. We provide financial assistance for funeral costs and other support as requested. In addition, we encourage kindness by supporting various youth programs, post-secondary scholarships and families in need.
Additional Grief Resources
Cancer Bridges
4117 Liberty Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
412-338-1919
Victims of Violent Crime
412-392-8582
