Grief Resources

Bucks County Vet Center

Bucks County Vet Center offers bereavement and grief services for veterans of the US Armed Forces. If someone close to you has died or you’re adjusting to a difficult life change, they are here to support you.

Bucks County Vet Center understands that everyone grieves in their own way and in their own time, and are here to provide emotional support during your journey of grief recovery. This support could include grief counseling, bereavement counseling for families who have lost a loved one while serving on active duty, and contact information for the Veterans Benefits Administration and National Cemetery Administration regarding possible burial and survivor benefits. Their main location is 2 Canals End Road, Suite 201B, Bristol, PA 19007.

If you’re a first-time visitor, call 215-823-4590 or stop by during office hours to schedule an appointment. Many services are also available on a walk-in basis. To view hours and learn more, visit their website below.

VITAS Bereavement Services

VITAS Healthcare support groups provide information and guidance to those experiencing grief and loss. They offer an assortment of phone-in support groups and Zoom video support groups, free of charge, to help meet the needs of caregivers. Offerings include ongoing support groups, as well as a selection of support groups that last for a 6-week or 14-week session. New groups are added often, so make sure to check back if you didn’t find what you were looking for initially.

VITAS Bereavement Services also offers a Facebook Group for those struggling with grief, allowing you to join a community of people experiencing similar feelings.

Additionally, VITAS provides several articles and pages on their website to read and learn more about the grief you are experiencing.