Bridges
Exclusively a telephone grief support group for people who have lost a newborn child through death or miscarriage. Nurses are trained in grief counseling. People are assigned to a counselor; there are no group meetings. Sponsored by St. Elizabeth’s Community Health Center.
(402) 486-7065
555 S. 70th St.
Lincoln, NE 68510
Charlie Brown’s Kids
Free grief and social support groups for children ages 3 to 16 who have experienced the death of a parent. Meets first and third Thursdays of every month from 6 pm to 8 pm.
(402) 483-1845
Sheridan Lutheran Church
3700 Sheridan Blvd.
Lincoln, NE 68506
Christ’s Place
Adult grief sessions for both members and non-members. Spring and Fall sessions. There is a small fee for book and materials.
(402) 421-1111
1111 Old Cheney Place
Lincoln, NE 68512
Community FriendsA self-help program facilitated by qualified volunteers and professionals. Offers support and networking to promote healthy grieving and recovery for those who have experienced the death of a child. Monthly ongoing open-ended meetings.
(402) 481-3068
GriefShare
A 12-week small group session. Offered at various times throughout the year. There is a small fee for books.
(402) 483-6512
Lincoln Berean Church
Contact: Mags Bohling
6400 South 70th Street
Lincoln, NE 68516
Growing Through Grief Program
A six-week session of adult education and group support offered quarterly. Free to hospice family survivors; a $50 negotiable fee for others.
(402) 483-7671
(402) 489-1834
Tabitha Health Care Services
4720 Randolph Street
Lincoln, NE 68510
Healing Hearts/Catholic Social Services
For widows and widowers. A six-week focused session including education, support, and a memorial mass. Topics include death of a spouse; death of a family member; death of a child through stillbirth, neonatal, miscarriage, or SIDS; and divorce or separation. Provides assistance to people of all religions, races, and socioeconomic levels.
(402) 488-2040
(402) 489-1834
Hidden Victims
For people who were involved in the death or serious injury of another person. Free telephone support & literature.
(402) 486-9668
Homicide Co-Victim Group
A free counselor-led counseling and support group for friends and families of homicide victims. Meets second Monday of every month from 7 pm to 9 pm.
(402) 441-7181
HOPE (Helping Other Parents Endure)
Open-ended meetings and support for parents who have lost their baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or SIDS. No fee. Meets first Wednesday of each month.
(402) 473-2822
Bryan Medical Plaza
Contact: Sharon Duffy
1600 S. 48th St.
Hospice Bereavement Support – Tabitha
Individual support group for the terminally ill.
(402) 486-8506
4720 Randolph St.
Lincoln, NE 68510
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
H.U.G.S. (Helping Us Grieve Successfully)
H.U.G.S. camp is a one-day camp providing activities for children,
ages 5 and up, teens, and adults.
For more information contact:
BryanLGH Community Health Education and Resource Center
(402) 481-8886
1600 South 48th Street Lincoln, NE 68506
Just Pals
Focused on younger widowed people. Meets one Saturday a month for social activities.
(402) 441-7028
Mourning Hope
For children and youth and their families dealing with grief. Families remain in program until they feel ready to leave. This free support group is led by trained volunteers and professionals. A lending library is also available.
(402) 423-1416
Contact: Pam Dinneen
Ray of Hope
Support group for people who have survived after someone has died from suicide. Meets first and third Mondays of every month at 7 pm.
(402) 483-4126 (Ask for the Pastor)
Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church
40th and “C” Streets
Lincoln, NE 68510
St. Mark’s United Methodist Church Grief Support Group
Support group for people grieving over any significant loss. Meets Mondays from 6:30 pm to 8 pm.
(402) 489-8885