When I lost Cassie, I called my employee assistance program through work. I felt very silly explaining why I was calling. But the rep I spoke with has 3 dogs and completely understood why I was calling and what I was feeling. He was terrific.

PAWS Chicago (copied from PAWS Web site)
"Are you struggling with the loss of a pet? Join us for PAWS Chicago’s HEAL (Helping Each other Alleviate Loss) Pet Loss Support Group at the PAWS Chicago Adoption Center at 1997 N. Clybourn. The support group is facilitated by Joy Davy, a licensed clinical professional counselor, and is designed to help grieving pet parents work together to deal with the difficult emotions related to losing a pet in a calm, safe, and nonjudgmental atmosphere. Refreshments will be served. This pet loss support group is provided to the general public as a complimentary service, thanks to generous contributions by Hinsdale Pet Memorial Services.

RSVP to Lauren at 773-475-3316 or email [email protected]"

Chicago Anti-Cruelty Society - call (312) 644-8338

Chicago Veterinary Medical Foundation
100 Tower Drive, Suite 234
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
Phone: (630) 568-9760
This is about a 2 minute drive from where I live. I'll contact them and see if they have any print resources and if they do, I will mail them to Karen and maybe she can add it as a sticky thread.

(877) 394-2273 - University of Illinois CARE Pet Loss Helpline - (toll-free) Sun/T/Th 7-9pm CST; voice mail messages will be returned. Local calls: (217) 244-2273. http://vetmed.illinois.edu/CARE/, [email protected]


FREE Pet Loss Counseling at Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center, 360 Bluemound Road, Waukesha, WI 53188, 866-542-3241, http://www.wvrc.com

See also www.pet-loss.net/resources