Patient Education Living with Loss | Page 23

Resources Ask friends, clergy, the funeral director, and your doctor or counselor for assistance in finding support in your community. Most hospice programs offer support groups that are open to the community. Support Groups There are several support groups that may be helpful to you. The Mount Carmel Hospice offers groups for adults only and for adults with children. ■ Call the Evergreen Information line at 614-234-0200 for more details. The Compassionate Friends group provides support to families following the death of a child of any age. It also provides information to help others be supportive. ■ The national office can be reached by calling 877-969-0100 or online at compassionatefriends.org. ■ The Central Ohio Chapter can be reached by calling 877-969-0010 or online at tcfcolumbusoh.org. 22