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Loss and grief

We're so sorry. Grief is exhausting, and it can look very different in kids than in adults. Kids may play one minute and fall apart the next, and that's normal. You don't have to carry this alone. Austin has free grief groups for children, teens and caregivers, plus 24/7 support if things feel like too much.

This is not medical or mental health advice. If you're worried about your child or yourself, talk to a licensed counselor or your doctor.

Crisis and urgent help

Call 911
If anyone is in immediate danger.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988, any time, free and confidential.
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Integral Care 24/7 Helpline
512-472-HELP (4357). Psychiatric Emergency Services walk-in 24/7 at 1165 Airport Blvd, 2nd floor.
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SAFE Alliance SAFEline
512-267-SAFE (7233), 24/7. Text "SAFE" to 737-888-7233, or chat at safeaustin.org/chat. For family violence, sexual assault, and abuse.
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2-1-1 Texas
Dial 2-1-1 to be connected to local help with food, housing, utilities, and more.
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First 30 days

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Call The Christi Center to ask about free grief groups for kids, teens and caregivers (intake required)How to Source
Look at Hospice Austin's free grief support groups for adultsHow to Source
Let your child's school counselor and teacher know what happenedHow to Source
If you want counseling for your child, ask about sliding-scale optionsHow to Source
Keep crisis numbers handy: 988, or Integral Care at 512-472-4357How to Source
Mark your calendar: Hospice Austin's Camp Brave Heart is for grieving kids (check when applications open)How to Source

Resources

The Christi Center: Kids Who Care (ages 5–12)

A free grief support group for kids, with dinner, a caregiver group at the same time, and English and Spanish. Meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, 6:30–8pm.

Free2306 Hancock Dr, Austin 78756

Intake is required.

512-467-2600 Website Source

Checked 2026-10-27