Support for Parents and Grandparents Grieving the Loss of a Baby

The loss of a baby is heartbreaking.  Whether the loss is sudden and unexpected or due to a prolonged illness, parents and grandparents often experience feelings of desperate longing, a sense of isolation, and dashed dreams for the future. With support and guidance, though, parents and grandparents can once again feel hopeful and have a sense of peace.
 
The compassionate grief counselors of The Elizabeth Hospice are experts in grief and loss. As part of their comprehensive bereavement services, they are offering a free support group for parents and grandparents who are grieving the death of their baby from any means. Lullabies Lost will meet on the 2^nd and 4^th Tuesday of each month from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, at 930 Canterbury Place, Escondido. Space is limited and attendees are required to call 760-294-5864 or email griefinfo@ehospice.org to register.
 
“Support group participants will gain a better understanding of their grief experience,” said Paula Bunn, Bereavement Manager. “They will learn coping skills, receive valuable information and resources, have opportunities to honor and memorialize their baby, and connect with others who are facing similar circumstances. We strive to help grieving parents and grandparents gain new insights and learn what it means to find support and hope after loss.”
 
The Elizabeth Hospice makes it easy for people to find the resources they need by providing a variety of grief counseling and support group options at multiple locations across San Diego and Southwest Riverside Counties. Counseling services are available for individuals, couples, families and children. For more information about grief counseling and support groups, visit www.elizabethhospice.org or call 800-797-2050.
 
As an independent nonprofit provider of hospice and palliative care and grief support, The Elizabeth Hospice relies on charitable contributions from individuals and businesses to continue its mission. Donations can be made online at www.elizabethhospice.org/donate.
 
About The Elizabeth Hospice
The Elizabeth Hospice, a nonprofit healthcare leader, has been providing comfort and counsel to children and adults who are facing life’s most difficult challenge, and restoring hope to grieving children and adults who are feeling lost and alone. Since 1978, The Elizabeth Hospice has touched the lives of more than 100,000 people in the communities it serves by providing medical, emotional and spiritual support, regardless of patient affiliation or ability to pay. The Elizabeth Hospice is accredited by The Joint Commission, and is affiliated with the California Hospice and Palliative Care Association, and the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization. To learn more, call 800-797-2050 or visit www.elizabethhospice.org.
 

Contact Information

Lisa Marcolongo

Public Relations

The Elizabeth Hospice

(1) (800) 797-2050

Lisa.Marcolongo@ehospice.org