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Grief and Support Services

The information on this Web site is presented for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for informed medical advice or training. Do not use this information to diagnose or treat a mental health problem without consulting a qualified health or mental health care provider.

This Web site provides links to other sites not owned or controlled by OLESEM that we think might be useful or of interest to you. The Web has an abundance of sites with information on wellness and mental health issues. Some sites are informative and based on good authority, others are merely entertaining. While we have been careful to research each site in hopes of providing you credible and accurate information, OLESEM does not endorse or guarantee references or a site listed and is not responsible for the content or privacy practices used by other site owners.

However, none of these sites is a satisfactory substitute for professional help. When people face serious personal problems that defy easy solutions, it usually is time to seek the services of qualified professionals. With that limitation in mind, the following Web sites may be of interest:

• The Hospices of the National Capital Region Grief and Loss Services
  The mission of The Hospices of the National Capital Region is to improve care for those facing life-limiting illness through direct support of patients and their families, public education and public advocacy. They provide a caring, family-centered approach to respond to your physical, emotional, and spiritual needs during illness and bereavement. These expert services are readily available and continually improving. Your care is provided regardless of your ability to pay. 800-255-3042. For workshops to help you deal with loss during the holidays, call the 800 number for a listing of nearby groups.