Indiana
Parental Rights After Miscarriage (as of October 2023): In Indiana, parents have the right to the release and burial of their child, and will be notified of their disposition options within 24 hours of reporting. (Please note: A death certificate is mandatory if a stillbirth occurs after 20 weeks of gestation.)
The Compassionate Friends
If you are a member (or a friend) of a family that has suffered the death of a child, The Compassionate Friends is here to help you and provide support for the family. Feel free to contact TCF’s National Office at 877-969-0010 or nationaloffice@compassionatefriends.org if you need assistance in finding a local Chapter or you have any other questions.
Indiana University Health
The support group will meet on the first Wednesday of each month. Funding for the support group is being provided by the IU Health Foundation.
Franciscan Health
For women who have recently lost a child to miscarriage, stillbirth or neonatal death, Franciscan Health offers support and comfort with our pregnancy loss support services.
Angel of Hope Memorial Garden
A place of Reflection and Remembrance for all who have lost a child.
Remembering Rowan
Remembering Rowan is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that exists to serve bereaved families in Northeast Indiana that have experienced a miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss by providing financial assistance with funeral costs and medical expenses.
Merciful HELP Center
Littlest Souls is a ministry oriented toward women who have experienced the loss of miscarriage, infant loss, or stillbirth. Experts estimate one in four pregnancies end in miscarriage, however, prevalence doesn't always reduce the grief people experience. Our Catholic faith gives us the benefit of saints who intercede in the midst of suffering and pain. This ministry involves both support for women who experienced loss, and those actively interested in prayers and support for them. If you or someone you know would like to help women who are going through the loss of a baby by miscarriage, infant loss, or stillbirth, consider joining Littlest Souls ministry.
Pregnancy After Loss Support
Brownsburg – Hendricks County Angel of Hope Support Group – meets the third Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm. Contact Carole Sutherlin at 317.698.8209.
Share
Share offers in-person and online support groups for grieving families in Indiana.
ava's grace
ava’s grace also sponsors annual Memorial Masses for those who have lost a child during the month of October, which is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month in our nation as well as Respect Life month in our Church. We also host daylong retreats for couples who have suffered miscarriage, stillbirth or infant loss, and are developing a “companion” outreach in which women, men and couples can be matched with others who have shared a similar loss.
Amos' Anchors
Grief support groups can be a very healing place for those navigating the waters of miscarriage, stillbirth, and infant loss. Not all support groups are the same, and you may try a few before finding the one right for you. Here is a list of the support groups specific to miscarriage and baby loss here in the Indianapolis area based on location.
Hannah's Wish
Hannah's Wish exists to provide those who have suffered infertility, pregnancy loss, and infant loss a safe place to come share and receive support.
Crossroads
Heaven's Hands is a ministry to meet people where they are in dealing with pregnancy loss. This ministry was created by a group of parents who have all experienced the death of a child. It is our goal to help you find healing in this painful time of grief.
Open Arms
Open Arms extends support to families who experience a pregnancy or newborn loss. This free program offers many different services to help families grieve in a way that meets their specific needs. All Open Arms services are coordinated by a Grief Support Person specifically trained to offer support to grieving parents. They offer help during this difficult time by listening, comforting or providing resources and advice.