Nationwide
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Nonprofit - 501c3
Services
Peer Support: One-on-one sessions with certified mental health peer specialists who have personal NICU experience.
Professional Counseling: Access to licensed professionals for personalized mental health support.
Support Groups: Free, peer-led virtual groups for families navigating the NICU or bereavement.
Educational Resources: A mobile app, specialized podcasts, and an annual conference for parents and healthcare providers.
Mentor Program: Structured matching between current NICU parents and "graduate" mentors who have walked a similar road.
Hand to Hold Store: NICU-specific gifts, apparel, and merchandise designed for families.
Cost and Payment Options
Depends on type of resources: Most resources are free; store with at cost items
Location Type
Hybrid Services
Accessibility
Languages Offered: English and Spanish; Mobile App Available
Summary
Hand to Hold® is a nonprofit that helps parents before, during, and after their baby’s stay in the NICU. They give free emotional support, helpful information, and a caring community. Parents can talk one-on-one with trained peers or licensed counselors, join support groups, and use a free app to connect with others. All the staff have personal NICU experience, so they understand what families are going through. Hand to Hold also offers podcasts, webinars, and other learning tools, plus a store with NICU-related items.
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NICU Support
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