HAND of the Peninsula (Helping After Neonatal Death)

Description:

A volunteer group of parents that offer peer support to parents that have experienced miscarriage, genetic abortion, stillbirth or death of an infant A volunteer group of parents that offers peer support to parents and families that have experienced miscarriage, genetic abortion, stillbirth or death of an infant. Services include peer support groups, phone support, in-service programs to educate hospital personnel, physicians and others, a resource library, newsletter and training program for volunteers. HAND volunteers are available to act as labor support to those anticipating a stillbirth. Also offers a support group for those who are pregnant subsequent to a loss. Can also refer inquiries to offices in Alameda, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties.

Location

Public Transit:

Varies according to location of service.

Service Options

Languages Spoken:

Spanish

Accessibility Options:

Wheelchair

Services

Fees:

None.

Audience:

Parents who have lost a child

Eligibility:

None

How to Apply:

Call for information. Attend a Wednesday support meeting. Health Care providers may also provide information.

Service Wait Estimate:

Calls to our business line (650-367-6993) are returned as soon as possible; Calls to Crisis Center (888-220-7575 or 650-579-0350) are returned immediately. Grief meeting is twice a month. Subsequent pregnancy meetings are monthly.

Service Areas:

Alameda County
Contra Costa County
Marin County
San Francisco County
San Mateo County
Santa Clara County