Maine
Parental Rights After Miscarriage (as of October 2023): In Maine, parents have the right to the release and burial of their child, and - if in a hospital setting - will sign an authorization for final disposition. (Please note: A report is mandatory if 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.
State of Maine
A list of bereavement support groups and meetings around the state.
MaineHealth
Support groups sponsored by the Maine Medical Center, MaineHealth.
Share
Share offers in-person and online support groups for grieving families in Maine.
The Center for Grieving Children
The Center for Grieving Children is a nonprofit organization that provides a safe space, loving peer support, outreach, and education to grieving children, teens, young adults, families and the community. With services in Portland, Sanford, and virtually, the Center provides services at no cost that are led by dedicated and highly trained staff and volunteers thanks to the generous support of our community.
Pregnancy After Loss Support
Lewiston – Sharing Through Experience – Meets from 7:00-9:00pm, the third Wednesday of Every month at Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston Maine. Contact Tammy Brule.