In person support groups have been suspended as we follow COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. If you would like to join one of our virtual support groups contact Margaret at emotionalsupport@thetearsfoundation.org
Support Groups
The TEARS Foundation offers free support groups for bereaved families who have experienced the death of their baby. We also have trained “Peer Companions” available to talk over the phone or meet with you. A Peer Companion is a bereaved parent or family member who has also lost a baby, has at least 2 years through their grief process, and has completed the TEARS training. To be connected with a Peer Companion contact our office at 253-200-0944, office@thetearsfoundation.org.
Below is a list of current groups offered. The groups are always open monthly to new members and everyone is welcome to attend. You may join our online Pregnancy & Infant Loss group, here. Support for the deaf community and Spanish speaking community is also available.
Athens, AL
Parent Support Group
Currently meeting virtually
Date: First Tuesday of each month
Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Contact Jennifer or Ruthe at alabamachapter@thetearsfoundation.org for information.
Anchorage, AK
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
In person support group will be suspended through the month of March (virtual meeting may be available) – If you would like support over the phone reach out to Kim (907) 529-4289, Christine ((907) 360-2370, James (907) 360-2483
Center for Child Loss
5631 Silverado Way, #F-102
Anchorage, AK 99518
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm
Date: Third Wednesday of each month
Contact Kim Hatt (907) 529-4289
These meetings are open discussion support groups. Any bereaved parent is welcome to drop in.
Glendale, AZ
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Location: Zoom.us
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Date: 2nd Monday of each month
Goodyear, AZ
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Location: Zoom.us
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Date: 3rd Tuesday of the month
These meetings are open discussion support groups. Any bereaved parent is welcome to drop in.
Grand Junction, CO
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Currently meeting virtually
Time: 7-8:30 p.m.
Date: 3rd Wednesday of each month
For information contact coloradochapter@thetearsfoundation.org
Apopka, FL
Daytona Beach, FL
Palm Coast, FL
Valley, MD
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Bereaved Sibling Support Group – Virtual
Every other Saturday at 9:30am
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group Western Maryland – Virtual
2nd Monday of the month at 6:30pm
Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group Central Maryland – Virtual
4th Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm
Termination for medical reasons Support Group – Virtual
3rd Thursday of the month at 8:00pm
Couples Support Group After Loss – Virtual
Last Thursday of the month at 8:00pm
Contact: Jessica Correnti (443)226-1112
Worcester, MA
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Meeting Zoom.us
1st Monday of the month from 7-8:30 pm
Email massachusettschapter@thetearsfoundation.org for login information
Pregnancy and Parenting After Loss Support Group
Zoom.us
2nd Tuesday of the month 7-8:30 pm
Email massachusettschapter@thetearsfoundation.org for login information
For anyone trying to conceive or currently pregnant following a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss.
Manchester, NH
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group – Virtual
Time: 7-8:30 pm
Date: 3rd Wednesday of every month
Contact for meeting link: Kim Badessa: 603-546-8222
Darcie Champagne: 347-529-9476
newhampshirechapter@thetearsfoundation.org
New Jersey
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group – meeting virtually
Date: Third Thursday of each month
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Email: newjersey@thetearsfoundation.org for link
Pregnancy and Parenting After Loss Support Group – meeting virtually
Date: Second Thursday of each month
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Contact: southjersey@thetearsfoundation.org for link
Grandparents Support Group – meeting virtually
Date and Time: 3rd Sunday of the month from 7-9pm.
Link: Zoom
This group meets once a month to support each other as bereaved grandparents. Please contact the Center for more information.
Contact Dara at (609) 458-7487 for more information.
Dickinson, ND
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
OPEN to ALL families that have suffered a pregnancy or infant loss.
When: 3rd Tuesday of each month
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Currently virtual
For more information on the North Dakota Support Group Contact Rebecca Zent (605) 490-9761 Email northdakotachapter@thetearsfoundation.org
These meetings are open discussion support groups. Any bereaved parent is welcome to drop in.
Latrobe, PA
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Currently meeting virtually
When: Third Thursday of every month from
Time: 7:00-8:30pm
Contact: Paige at pennchapter@thetearsfoundation.org/(724) 961-9489
This support group is for everyone who has suffered a loss. Anyone is welcome to attend no matter how long ago your loss was or when it occurred. You’re welcome to come and share. For any questions, please contact Paige Green (724) 961-9489.
Mexia, TX
For any questions, please contact Natasha Garza (281)639-4619
These meetings are open discussion support groups. Any bereaved parent is welcome to drop in.
Georgetown, TX
For any questions, please contact Amber Chao (408)838-8438
These meetings are open discussion support groups. Any bereaved parent is welcome to drop in.
Puyallup, WA
Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support Group
Currently meeting virtually – If you would like support over the phone reach out to Janet (253) 535-4228 or Lauren (253) 312-4843.
Time: 7pm-8pm
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/
These meetings are open discussion support groups. Any bereaved parent is welcome to drop in.
South King County, WA
Virtual Support Group- Contact Sheri (206) 599-9865 or email sherib168@hotmail.com
Time: 7pm – 8pm.
For questions about any of these groups, call the TEARS office at 253-590-7373.