RTS Bereavement Services at Munson Medical Center began in 1990 to help families cope with the loss of a baby through miscarriage, stillbirth, ectopic pregnancy, and neonatal death. Such a loss can result in overwhelming feelings of grief including helplessness, shock, numbness, and anger. The hopes and dreams families had for their child are lost. Families often struggle with these feelings alone because those close to them may not understand their grief and don’t know how to help.
RTS Program Services:
Warm Line Telephone Support (231) 935-7412: Specially trained nurses provide telephone support to individuals who need to talk to someone or want to know about area services. Confidential messages are answered daily.
Memorial Walk: Each fall, we have a Memorial Walk in memory of the babies who have died. In 2009, the Walk to Remember will be held Saturday, September 12, 11 am, at the Traverse Area District Library. For more information, please call RTS at (231) 935-7412.
Bibliography of Pregnancy and Infant Loss and Grief: The reference list will be mailed upon request.
Area Support Group Information: Will be given upon request.
How to Contact a RTS Support Nurse:
By phone:(231) 935-7412. Leave a message and a nurse will return your call. Messages are answered every day.
