SW Missouri Support Groups
"... that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God..." 2 Corinthians 1:4
Comfort. We know your pain and we strive to provide comfort through a variety of support groups, gatherings, and events. Don't think you're a "support group person?" Click here to learn what to expect at your first meeting.
1st Thursday - Support Group
7:00 PM
Meeting Location:
Project Hope
1419 S. Enterprise Ave
Springfield, MO 65804
Does anyone out there "get it?" "My baby died." "I lost the baby." "She was fine, and then she was gone." We get it! The pain, the isolation, the sadness - we are here to listen, share, and comfort you through your grief journey. We welcome moms, dads, and families (adults only please) who have lost a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant death to attend our monthly support group meetings. For more information, contact Jennifer Harrison at jennifer@mend.org.
ADDITIONAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES
3rd Thursday - Nationwide Online Support Group
8:00 PM CST
Meeting Location: Online through Zoom
Don't live near a chapter of M.E.N.D.? We offer an online nationwide support group to serve families who do not live near a physical chapter or for those who want to connect between in-person groups. This group meets from the comfort of your home through the online platform ZOOM. The Zoom ID is: 979 5869 8575 or click this LINK to gain access to the portal. Those interested in attending the Online Group should complete the Info Sheet prior to joining. Contact Mallory Gallagher for questions at mallory@mend.org.
3rd Monday- Men of M.E.N.D.
8:00 PM CST
Meeting Location: Online through Zoom
We recognize men and women grieve differently. A grieving dad may feel the need to connect and share with other grieving dads and this is a safe place to gather. This is a nationwide support group focused on supporting dad’s navigate the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth and infant death. This group meets through the online platform ZOOM. The Zoom ID is:912 2894 1981 or click this LINK to gain access to the portal. Contact Matt McGhee for questions at matt@mend.org
4th Tuesday - Pregnancy After Loss Support
7:30 CST
Meeting Location: Online through Zoom
After a loss, the thought of becoming pregnant again, or being pregnant again, can be scary. The journey through a subsequent pregnancy is full of ups and downs and we are here to walk that journey with you. If you are considering becoming or are currently pregnant after a loss, this group is for you. This group meets through the online platform ZOOM. The Zoom ID is: 812 2580 2043 or click this LINK to gain access to the portal. For more information, contact Marisa Perry at marisa@mend.org.
Interested in connecting through Facebook?
Southwest Missouri Facebook Group
