If you and your family are grieving the loss of a loved one, we at Randall Children’s Hospital wish to extend our sympathy and condolences. Please know that we are here to assist you through this journey, and we hope the information below can help in your healing.
Grief Support Groups
The grief from losing a loved one can be all-consuming and isolating. We want to assure you that you are not alone. There are numerous national and local support groups who have people ready to provide you with resources and to just be that person to listen when needed.
- The Dougy Center in Portland offers families numerous resources to families grieving a death
- Brief Encounters is also in Portland and provides support, support groups and resources for parents grieving a pregnancy or infant
- The Compassionate Friends connect grieving families to support groups as well as resources
Crisis Support
The burden of losing a loved one is immense and can often lead a person to a very dark place. We strongly encourage anyone who is experiencing a mental health crisis to reach out for help. Below you will find several resources where people are willing and ready to help.
- Multnomah County crisis line: (503) 988-4888, available 24/7
- Clackamas County crisis line: (503) 655-8585, available 24/7
- Washington County crisis line: (503) 291-9111
- Veterans crisis line: Call 988 and press 1
- Oregon YouthLine: (877) 968-8491 or text "teen2teen" to 839863
- The Trevor Project: (866) 488-7386 or text "start" to 678-678
- Lines for Life – a statewide organization providing crisis services
Additional Resources
Families in grief find themselves needing support in several ways. The Dougy Center offers a wide range of resources, whether you’re seeking support for yourself or for someone else in your life:
