PeerGalaxy Original Calendar
Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 336,800+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities! Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines. Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.
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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting
At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.
Next, Bundled “All Day” Events
Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling. Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.
Lastly, Time-Specific Events
So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night. There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.
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The calendar displays ~50 listings per page. To advance to next page with ~50 more listings, click the right arrow in the lower left corner of the calendar
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
-
To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
-
To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
-
To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
-
To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.
Our efforts are adjacent to the adoption and foster care sector. Bellis is independent of child-placing agencies, child welfare systems, and courts.
The Compassionate Friends
Online Chat Support Community
The Compassionate Friends is a nationally renowned non-profit organization providing highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild. The organization helps others better assist the grieving family through peer-led mutual support, compassionate community, and volunteer outreach.
Online Support Community — Live Chat
The Compassionate Friends Online Support Community provides volunteer-led virtual chat rooms offering mutual comfort, hope, and support to bereaved parents, grandparents, and siblings (age 18 and over) who have experienced the death of a child. Trained TCF volunteers — themselves bereaved parents, siblings, or grandparents — facilitate all sessions. General bereavement sessions meet throughout the week, and specialized rooms address specific types of loss. The intent of these chats is to provide mutual comfort and support through conversation; volunteers are not professional grief counselors.
To attend us the link below
Platform: Live Chat — Registration Link
Phone/Alternative Access: National Office: 877.969.0010
Monday
8:00 AM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Tuesday
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved More Than Three Years
6:00 PM PT — Bereaved Less Than Three Years
Wednesday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Thursday
5:00 PM PT — No Surviving Children
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Friday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Saturday
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Sunday
5:00 PM PT — Suicide Loss
5:00 PM PT — Pregnancy and Infant Loss
6:00 PM PT — Parents, Grandparents, and Siblings (General Bereavement)
Primary Resources
Website — https://www.compassionatefriends.org · Information about TCF mission, local chapters, and all support programs
National Office — 877.969.0010 · Available for information, support, and referrals
Crisis and Safety Resources
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline — https://988lifeline.org · Call or text 988 for immediate support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
Crisis Chat — https://www.crisischat.org · Online crisis support (referenced in TCF community guidelines)
About The Compassionate Friends
The Compassionate Friends was founded by bereaved parents who understood that the most powerful support often comes from those who have walked the same path. With chapters across the United States and international reach, the organization has grown into one of the most widely recognized peer-led bereavement organizations in the world, offering a network of support to families facing one of life’s most devastating losses.
The mission of The Compassionate Friends is to provide highly personal comfort, hope, and support to every family experiencing the death of a child, sibling, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family. TCF is built on the principle of peer support — that those who have experienced loss are uniquely positioned to support others through theirs. The organization espouses no specific religious, philosophical, or political ideology, welcoming families from all backgrounds.
The Compassionate Friends serves bereaved parents, grandparents, and adult siblings (age 18 and over) regardless of the cause or circumstances of death. The organization recognizes that grief is deeply personal and that the needs of bereaved families are as varied as the losses they have endured. Specialized support is available for those who have lost their only child, those grieving a suicide loss, families navigating pregnancy or infant loss, and many more.
The Online Support Community extends TCF’s reach to those who cannot access in-person chapters due to geography, mobility, or other barriers. Volunteer-led virtual chat rooms operate seven days a week, providing a safe, moderated space for bereaved individuals to share, listen, and find connection. All chat volunteers are themselves bereaved parents, grandparents, or siblings trained in TCF’s peer support principles. Registration is required to protect the safety and privacy of all community members.
The Stronger Together Support Line is available for you.
833-423-5547
Feel free to call or text anytime at 833-4BELLIS (833-423-5547)
When you need a listening ear, Bellis is here. For people whose children are parented by others, call or text 833-423-5547 to connect with someone on the Stronger Together Support Line soon.
Our approach
Founded in 1983, Bellis is a nonprofit with no political or religious affiliation or agenda. Grounded in 40+ years of knowledge gained from experience within the adoption community and as the leader of groundbreaking work offering compassionate support to people who have experienced termination of parental rights and similar circumstances, Bellis’ primary goals are:
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To use our expertise in the complex work of traumatic grief to support women who have been historically and institutionally marginalized because their children are parented by others.
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To earn the trust of people who are disenfranchised, offering programs where they can together build resilience and greater emotional wellness.
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To create spaces where people can feel seen, heard, and accepted, so they can safely receive the care they need, and one day be able to give that care to themselves and others.
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To establish financial sustainability for our organization through earned income while retaining the integrity of our programs and using data and participants lived experiences to guide growth.