Posts in GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS
SILENCE IS VIOLENCE

Call first to schedule an intake with the grief counselor: (504) 282-0607 • 2000 Lakeshore Dr, UNO Trac Bldg Rm 228, New Orleans 70148 • https://silenceisviolence.org/ • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SivNola • Email: speakup@silenceisviolence.org • Provides direct victim services (mainly homicide, but also domestic violence and sexual assault), some court assistance, mental health resources, youth engagement, some financial assistance; Victim Allies Project Support Groups are every other Monday at 6:30 pm and one Saturday per month, call for dates/times; Free

ALL, GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, COMMUNITY ASSISTANCERose PrestonClick Here for LocationAll, Homicide, Loss of Loved One, Domestic Violence/IPV, Sexual Assault, Gun Violence
SEXUAL TRAUMA AWARENESS AND RESPONSE (STAR)

Call for information: (855) 435-STAR [7827] • 123 N Genois St, New Orleans 70119 • Email: advocacynola@star.ngo • https://star.ngo • Provides hospital and legal accompaniment, safety planning, counseling, support groups, legal assistance for survivors of sexual violence; Refer to website for parishes in which assistance is offered; Offers counseling for children, ages 5+ and Counseling and Support Groups (Zoom) for adult survivors of sexual violence, ages 18+; Call first for intake; Free; Visit https://star.ngo/events/ for Support Group schedule

COURT CONNECT FOR KIDS STAR created this booklet which explains (with child-friendly language and pictures) why children may have to go to court, who works inside a courthouse, and rules and tips for witnesses.

SAFETY PLAN FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE A safety plan is a personalized, practical plan that is meant to address your unique physical, emotional, and basic needs after a sexual assault.

ALL, COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE, GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, MENTAL HEALTH, MORE LOCAL RESOURCES, LEGAL HELP & RESTORATIVERose PrestonClick Here for LocationAll, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence/IPV, Child Abuse, Human Trafficking, Stalking/Kidnapping, Crisis Services
NEW ORLEANS FAMILY JUSTICE CENTER (NOFJC)

Office: (504) 592-4005 • Crisis Line 24/7: (504) 866-9554 • 701 Loyola Ave, New Orleans 70113 • Email: healing@nofjc.org • https://www.nofjc.org/ • Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault; Child Sexual Abuse; Offers a variety of free groups for individuals and community coalitions; View event calendar for current group dates/times; Addresses many topics related to trauma; Both virtual via Zoom and in person events

GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, ALL, COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE, HOUSING, MENTAL HEALTH, GOVERNMENT AND LAW ENFORCEMENTRose PrestonClick Here for LocationAll, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence/IPV, Human Trafficking, Child Abuse, Stalking/Kidnapping
SEEDS OF NOLA TRAUMA RECOVERY CENTER AT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER

To Schedule an Appointment: (504) 702-4335 • University Medical Center, 2000 Canal St, New Orleans, Clinic Building, Floor 3, Zone C (Enter at 2101 Tulane Ave) • In Person Support Groups also at UMC: Conference Rooms A and B, New Orleans 70112 • https://www.lcmchealth.org/university-medical-center-new-orleans/our-services/norman-e-mcswain-jr-md-spirit-of-charity-trauma-/trauma-recovery-center/ • Download the SUPPORT GROUP brochure on our website crimesurvivorsnola.org/grief-support-groups and the SERVICES brochure HERE • Ages 13 and up; Provides services to those who have experienced traumatic injury (and their loved ones); Medicare; Medicaid; Insurance; Free for Orleans Parish crime survivors; Call clinic to set up appointment; See Grief and Support Groups listing; Free support groups (hybrid either in person or zoom); refer to brochure for meeting dates and zoom link

ALL, GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, MENTAL HEALTH, MEDICAL HEALTHRose PrestonClick Here for LocationAll, Homicide, Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence/IPV, Human Trafficking, Assault/Battery, Robbery/Carjacking, Gun Violence, Stalking/Kidnapping
MOTHERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING (MADD)

(225) 926-0807 •  2644 S Sherwood Forest Blvd #224, Baton Rouge 70816 • Email: la.state@madd.org • https://madd.org/victim-assistance/ • MADD Victim Services offers emotional support & assistance after a drunk or drugged driving crash, including monthly virtual support groups for victims & survivors. Free; Office hours 9am - 5pm. 

GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, MORE LOCAL RESOURCESRose PrestonHomicide, Loss of Loved One, Assault/Battery
LOUISIANA VICTIM OUTREACH CENTER (LAVO)

Call Jolie Duarte (225) 219-3246 or (225) 342-1570 • Email: victimservices@la.gov • https://www.lavo.info/ • Victim-Survivor Guidebook: https://www.lavo.info/victim-survivor-guidebook • Assistance with pardons and parole process; Accountability Letter Program; Victim-offender Dialogue; Counseling (virtual); Expressive arts; Group work; Services available pre- and post-conviction; Free

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ARCHDIOCESE OF N.O. GRIEF MINISTRY

Contact Jewell Bayhi: (504) 330-5975 (no voicemail) • Archdiocese of New Orleans Retreat Center: 5500 St. Mary St, Metairie, 70006 (2nd and 4th Tuesdays) • Our Lady of the Lake Cafeteria: 312 Lafitte St, Mandeville 70448 (Loss of Child, 2nd Thursday) • Email: jbayhi@arch-no.org • https://nolacatholic.org/griefministry • Monthly grief support meetings for parents mourning the loss of a child (any age or circumstance) on the 2nd Thursday of the month 6:30-7:30 pm (312 Lafitte St, Mandeville 70448)

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DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE (DBSA)

Call Ronald: (504) 900-9229 • Tulane-Lakeside Hospital Cafeteria: 4700 S I-10 Service Rd, Metairie 70001 • Email: info@dbsaneworleans.org • www.dbsaneworleans.org • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dbsaneworleans/ • Free peer support group for people living with depression and/or bipolar disorder, and their friends and family; In person meetings first and third Tuesdays of the month from 7 - 8:30 pm; Refer to website or Facebook page for additional info, event updates

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LOUISIANA SURVIVORS FOR REFORM (LSR)

1024 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans 70117 • Email: lsr@defendla.org or Myisha Growe mgrowe@defendla.org • https://promiseofjustice.org/lsreform • Coalition for crime survivors, victims’ loved ones, and orgs creating criminal justice reform; Free; Offers virtual (Zoom) monthly organizing meetings, monthly survivor support group meetings, and a new support group for homicide victims’ loved ones; Email or call for more information; See listing in Community Groups; Free

ALL, GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, COMMUNITY ASSISTANCERose PrestonClick Here for LocationAll, Research/Advocacy, Domestic Violence/IPV, Homicide, Human Trafficking, Incarcerated/Formerly Incarcerated, Loss of Loved One, Assault/Battery, Robbery/Carjacking, Gun Violence, Stalking/Kidnapping
NAMI NEW ORLEANS

Helpline: (504) 896-2345 or (800) 950-NAMI (6264) or text “NAMI” to 741741 • Mid City: (504) 896-2345, 4403 Canal St, New Orleans 70119 • Westbank: (504) 368-1944, 2051 8th St, Harvey 70058 • Website: https://namineworleans.org/ • For info, registration, and full schedule: www.namineworleans.org/calendar • NAMI Connection Support Groups for adults living with a mental health condition: Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30 pm Via Zoom and Every 1st Thursday of the Month, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Via Zoom; NAMI Family Support Groups for adults who have loved ones living with a mental health condition: 1st Wednesday of the month IN-Person at Mid-City Location and 3rd Thursday of the month, 6:30-8:00 pm Via Zoom; Free; Peer-led; Meetings are currently virtual via Zoom; Also see listing in Mental Health Services

GRIEF & SUPPORT GROUPS, MENTAL HEALTHRose PrestonClick Here for Location (Eastbank)All, Crisis Services