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SIDS/Infant Loss Resources & Support Organizations
American Academy of Pediatrics - "An organization of 60,000 pediatricians committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, & social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, & young adults."
American SIDS Institute - "A national nonprofit health care organization, dedicated to the prevention of SIDS & the promotion of infant health through an aggressive, comprehensive nationwide program of Research, Clinical Services, Education & Family Support."
Association of SIDS & Infant Mortality Programs - "An association of health & human service providers committed to support & risk reduction activities. Confronting the tragedy of infant death through counseling, education, advocacy & research."
Back to Sleep Campaign - "Placing babies on their backs to sleep reduces the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). This campaign is sponsored by the National Institute of Child Health & Human Development, the Maternal & Child Health Bureau, the American Academy of Pediatrics, First Candle/SIDS Alliance, & the Association of SIDS & Infant Mortality Programs."
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia - "One of the leading pediatric hospitals & research facilities in the world. The nation's first hospital devoted exclusively to caring for children. The birthplace for many dramatic firsts in pediatric medicine."
CJ Foundation for SIDS - "A nationwide voluntary health organization dedicated to recognizing the special needs of the SIDS community through funding SIDS research & support services. The Foundation hopes to increase public awareness of SIDS."
Cribs for Kids - "A safe-sleep education program for low-income moms to help reduce the risk of injury & death of infants due to unsafe sleep environments. Provide a Graco Pack N Play Crib & educational materials regarding safe sleeping & tips to protect your baby."
First Candle/SIDS Alliance - "A national non-profit health organization uniting parents, caregivers & researchers nationwide with government, business & community service groups to advance infant health & survival. With help from a national network of member & partner organizations, we are working to increase public participation & support in the fight against infant mortality."
Grief Share - "A special place where you can find help as you grieve the loss of a family member or friend. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing & want to offer you comfort & encouragement during this difficult time."
National SIDS Resource Center - "Provides information services & technical assistance on SIDS & related topics. Our goal is to promote understanding of SIDS & provide comfort to those affected by SIDS through information sharing."
Safe Harbor for Kids - "Abington Memorial Hospital's Safe Harbor program provides free, ongoing grief support groups for children, teens & their parents or caregivers. This is a caring environment where they can come for support & understanding."
SIDS Center of New Jersey - "Provide public health education to reduce the risk of SIDS, emotional support to bereaved families & participates in efforts to learn about possible causes of SIDS."
SIDS Families - "Created in memory of my son, Jacob, to give families a place to come together & commemorate the lives of babies lost to SIDS. We offer parents & family members a comfort zone to come to when they need to talk about the baby they love & miss."
SIDS Network - "A growing collaborative effort of individuals from across the United States & around the world. This site offers up-to-date information as well as support for those who have been touched by the tragedy of SIDS/OID."
SIDS of Pennsylvania - "A non-profit organization, governed by a statewide Board of Directors, whose mission is bereavement support for families whose babies died of sudden infant death syndrome & reducing infant mortality rates throughout Pennsylvania."
SIDS of Southeastern PA - "The goal of this group is to help give each of us the comfort, support, knowledge & tools we need to help us live positive lives in the face of such heartbreaking tragedy. We have come together to learn, listen & share in confidence."
The Compassionate Friends - "A national nonprofit, self-help support organization that offers friendship, understanding, & hope to bereaved parents, grandparents & siblings. We assist families toward the positive resolution of grief following the death of a child."
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**Please note that due to the resources available, assistance from the Sleeping Angels Fund is available in the Pennsylvania Area Only. Also, we no longer offer funeral assistance, as our Mission Statement has changed, please accept our apology.
**The official registration and financial information of the Pennsylvania Affiliate of SIDS of Pennsylvania may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0099. Registration does not imply endorsement.
