Illinois Pet Loss Resources
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HOTLINES:
(630) 325-1600 - Chicago Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) Pet Loss Helpline, https://www.chicagovma.org/pet-loss-support/
SUPPORT GROUPS:
Can't find a support group in your area? Many groups now offer virtual meetings via Zoom or other platforms, and are open to participants from any location. Visit our list of Virtual Support Groups for more information.
Please note that dates and times of support group meetings often change without notice. Be sure to visit the website and/or contact the organization in advance to confirm meeting times and locations.
Burr Ridge: "Wings," Chicago Veterinary Medical Association, 100 Tower Drive, Suite 234, Burr Ridge, IL 60527, 630-325 1231, Helpline 630-325-1600, cvma@chicagovma.org, http://www.chicagovma.org/pet-loss-support/. Meets 7:30-9:00 PM on the first Wednesday of the month. Currently held on Zoom; email Dr. Linda Harper at: linda@drlindaharper.com by 6:00 pm on the same night of the meeting to receive an invitation and instructions on how to enter the meeting. Donations made go to the CVMA foundation.
Chicago: The Anti-Cruelty Society hosts the bimonthly Working Through Pet Loss support group in its Education and Training Center (located at 169 W.
Grand Ave.). (Currently held on Zoom.) The program is free, but pre-registration is required. To learn more and register, visit https://anticruelty.org/events. Other
questions can be directed to education@anticruelty.org.
Chicago: Pet Grief Group, PAWS Chicago, 1997 N. Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614. Currently held on Zoom. Meets third Tuesday of each month, 7-8 p.m. For more information, visit https://www.pawschicago.org/events-dog-training/community-events/pet-loss-heal-support-group/. Facilitated by Nancy Curotto (https://petlosspsychotherapy.com/). RSVP to Thomas Gentleman, PAWS Chicago Assistant Director of Adoptions at 773-935-7297 or tgentleman@pawschicago.org.
Grayslake: Taylor St. Onge, MSW, APSW/LSW, Premier Veterinary Group. Free virtual support group using Microsoft Teams. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month (more meetings may be added around the holidays). Pre-enrollment required - please e-mail tstonge@ethosvet.com for the link to the sign-up form. Serves Illinois and Wisconsin. https://premiergrayslake.ethosvet.com/grief-resources-pet-loss-support/
Hinsdale: Virtual Meeting sponsored by Gateway. We meet at 6:30 pm the third Monday of each month; free of charge to attendees. Facilitator: Joy Davy, MS, LCPC. For information, email joydavy723@gmail.com.
| Libertyville: Rev. Russell Elleven, DMin. This FREE pet loss support group meets the first Wednesday of every month at 8:00 pm (Eastern) via Zoom. Please visit the website and contact Russell for Zoom Link and Passcode.Rev. Russell Elleven, DMin is an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister who celebrates all faith traditions and those with no faith tradition at all. Everyone who is suffering from the loss of an animal companion is welcomed and offered nonjudgmental support through the FREE group or one-on-one (fee based) meetings. You need not suffer this loss alone. http://www.AnimalChaplain.net.
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Wheaton: Cindy Mueller, Animal Medical Clinic of Wheaton, 1768 S. Blanchard Rd., Wheaton, IL 60189. Meetings are the first Saturday of every month from 3pm to 4pm in our clinic lobby. No fees required, but registration is requested by calling the clinic at 630-668-3700 or emailing amcw.reception@amcwheaton.com. http://www.amcwheaton.com
COUNSELORS:
Barrington: Abbey Aslanian, PsyD, 135 Lake Street LL6, Barrington, IL 60010, (872) 307-0071, Northstarcounselingctr@gmail.com, http://www.northstarcounselingcenter.org
Batavia: Rob Castillo, Creative Counseling Connections, 143 First Street Suite 207, Batavia, IL 60510, (630) 865-8399, robsocwker@aol.com, http://robscounselingsite.com/
Chicago: Amanda Atkins, 4050 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago, IL 60618, (312) 401-6574, info@amandaatkinschicago.com, http://www.amandaatkinschicago.com
Chicago: Kristin Buller, LCSW, 4256 N Ravenswood, Suite 303, Chicago, IL 60613, (872) 216-0255, kristin.lcsw@kristinbuller.com, https://kristinbuller.com
Chicago: Nancy Curotto, Psy.D, Pet Loss Psychotherapy, 655 W Irving Park Rd, Suite 201, Chicago, IL 60613, 312-409-7182, petlosspsych@gmail.com, http://petlosspsychotherapy.com
| Chicago: Michelle Downey, Psy.D., Grief Drs. Our animals open our interior window to our emotions. As your listener and your guide, I will provide education during your transition with your pet or large animal as s/he ages, becomes ill, nears the Bridge, or crosses it. My practice is complemented by 20+ years of raising and training dogs with significant equine experience, and a client-centered, mindfulness-based approach to move through loss. Student, senior, and PAWS referral discounts. Insurance is not accepted at this time. Evening/weekends also available: in person or remote via Zoom with remote only Nov-March. For scheduling, please reach out to: painsworth@bayareagirlfriday.com. Grief Drs., 180 N Michigan Ave #2404, Chicago IL, 312-513-5086, griefdr@gmail.com
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Chicago: Daniel Hauff, LPC, CADC, 3976 N. Avondale Ave., Chicago, IL 60641, (888) 428-7890, https://lifestance.com/provider/daniel-hauff-lpc/
Chicago: Arryn Hawthorne, LCSW, 5756 N Ridge Avenue Ste 15, Chicago, IL 60660, (773) 688-4499, hello@hawthornetreellc.com, https://hawthornetreellc.com/
Chicago: Joslyn K. Jelinek, LCSW, 7231 1/2 N. Sheridan Rd.,, Chicago, IL 60626, (773) 517-3448, info@chicagohumanpotential.com, http://www.chicagohumanpotential.com
Chicago: Samantha Lane, LCSW, 938 N California Ave., Chicago, IL 60622, (773) 219-2840, info@humboldtparkcounseling.com, https://www.humboldtparktherapist.com/samantha-lane
Chicago: Linda S. Levi MA, LCPC, 14611 N. Ravenswood, Suite 205, Chicago, IL 60640, 847.207.2595, chicago@lindaslevi.com, http://lindaslevi.com/
Chicago: Megan Salisbury, Chicago, IL 60699, (312) 818-5460, hello@spokenbalance.com, https://www.spokenbalance.com
Evanston: Jerry M. Zabin, LCSW, Zabin and Associates, 2550 Crawford, Suite 8, Evanston, IL 60201, (847) 677-3055, jerryzabin@gmail.com
Hinsdale: Joy Davy, MS, LCPC, NCC, joydavy723@gmail.com - offers virtual individual professional counseling sessions and support group (see listing in support groups).
| Libertyville: Rev. Russell Elleven, DMin is an ordained Unitarian Universalist minister who celebrates all faith traditions and those with no faith tradition at all. FREE virtual group (see support groups) or one-on-one virtual (fee based) meetings. Everyone who is suffering from the loss of an animal companion is welcomed and offered nonjudgmental support. You need not suffer this loss alone. http://www.AnimalChaplain.net.
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Lombard: Maryann Basista, MSW, LCSW, 450 E 22nd St, Suite 152, Lombard, IL 60148, (630) 788-8040, maryannbasista@gmail.com. See also support group listing above.
Naperville: Cora Mills, 1220 Iroquois Avenue Suite 207, Naperville, IL 60563, 630-866-5655, Briarwoodcounselingllc@gmail.com, https://www.briarwoodcounselingllc.com/
Orland Park: Julie Blackburn, LCPC, NCC, ATR, Chartreuse Center, 11309 Distinctive Drive, Orland Park, IL 60467, 815-556-9471 ChartreuseCenter@gmail.com, http://www.ChartreuseCenter.com
Park Ridge: Linda S. Levi MA, LCPC, 1440 N. Renaissance Drive, Suite 320, Park Ridge, IL 60068, (847) 824 9590, lindaslevi99@gmail.com, http://www.LindaSLevi.com
Schaumburg: Asako Hoichi, NCC, LCPC, Mindful Professional Counseling, 1900 East Golf Road, Suite 950, Schaumburg, IL 60173, (847) 899-3329, mindfulprofessionalcounseling@gmail.com, https://www.mindfulprofessionalcounseling.com/home
IN-HOME EUTHANASIA/HOSPICE CARE:
Aurora: Kari Trotsky, D.V.M.,
Peaceful Endings for Pets, 3900 Gabrielle Ln., P.O. Box 6601, Aurora, IL 60598
630-205-4275, DrKariTrotsky@gmail.com, http://peacefulendings.net/. Serving Chicago and suburbs.
Champaign: Paws and Remember, 1901 Springer Drive, Champaign, IL 61821,
217-355-5551, infochampaign@pawsandremember.com, https://www.pawsandremember.com/champaign-illinois-pet-cremation
Chicago: Pet Loss At Home, 8am-8pm, Seven Days A Week, Within 1-3 Hours Notice, One Hour Radius of Greater Chicago Area Including All Suburbs. Multiple Veterinarians, Better Availability. 877-219-4811, http://www.PetLossAtHome.com
Chicago/Gilberts: Jessica Kriner, DVM, Compassionate Heart, Serving Chicago Suburbs & Rockford, Gilberts, IL 60136, (630) 402-6222 DrJessica@MyCompassionateHeart.com, http://www.MyCompassionateHeart.com
Chicago & Near Suburbs - Compassionate Heart, (708) 722-1822, DrRachel@MyCompassionateHeart.com, http://www.MyCompassionateHeart.com
Chicago/Orland Park: Dr. Karie Johnson, VIP Vet Visit, (708) 315-7972, support@vipvetvisit.com, https://vipvetvisit.com/chicago-in-home-pet-euthanasia
Chicago/Suburbs: Dr. Juliana Lyles & Associates, A Gentle Goodbye Veterinary Hospice, Chicago, IL, (224) 442-4427, Reception@AGentleGoodbye.com,
https://www.AGentleGoodbye.com
Lockport: Sarah Beechler, DVM, Wellness on Wheels, Lockport, IL 60441,
(708) 350-9001, drbeechler@gmail.com, http://www.wellnessonwheelsvet.com
Mokena: Debra Anello D.V.M., PO Box 1037, Mokena, IL 60448,(708) 522-9901, heart2homeDVM@gmail.com, https://www.hearttohomevet.com/
Naperville: Dr. Ann Gonnering, Codapet, Naperville, IL, (833) 263-2738, info@codapet.com, https://www.codapet.com/cities/naperville-il
Naperville: Lisa McIntyre, DVM, Hearthside Hospice and Euthanasia Services/The Welcome Waggin' Mobile Veterinary Service P.C., 3108 S. Route 59 Suite 124, Naperville, Il 60564, 630-699-3113, service@thewelcomewaggin.com, https://thewelcomewaggin.com/
Naperville: Melissa Trupia, DVM, CCRP, cVMA, CHPC. Housecall practice offering hospice care and in-home euthanasia to Naperville and surrounding suburbs. (630) 923-7171, dr.melissa@faithfulfriendshomevet.com, https://www.faithfulfriendshomevet.com/
Willowbrook: Hinsdale Pet Cemetery offers a list of local veterinarians who provide in-home euthanasia: https://www.petcemetery.org/pet-owners/in-home-euthanasia/
CEMETERIES/CREMATORIES:
Please note that most veterinary clinics and many SPCAs/humane societies also offer cremation services.
Arlington Heights: Pet Cremation by Water, 11 W. College Drive, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, (847) 414-4414, info@cremationwater.com, https://www.petcremationbywater.com/
Aurora: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 4255 Westbrook Drive, Ste. 227, Aurora, IL 60504, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
Cary: Fawnwoods of Windridge Memorial Park,
7014 S. Rawson Bridge Rd., Cary IL, 60013, 847-658-4232, https://www.memorialplanning.com/cemeteries/windridge-memorial-park
Chatham: Butler Funeral Home & Cremation Tribute Center, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham, IL 62629, (217) 483-9292, info@butlerfuneralhomes.com, https://www.butlerfuneralhomes.com/our-services/pet-loss-services
Chicago: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 3824 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60613; 1344 E 55th St, Chicago, IL 60615; 6471 N. Northwest Hwy., Chicago, IL 60631; 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
Chicago: Paw Print Gardens & Cemetery, 27W150 N Ave, West, Chicago, IL 60185, 630-231-1117, info@pawprintgardens.com, https://www.metro-animal-service.com/contact/
Crystal Lake: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 41 N. Virginia, Unit B, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
East Dundee: All Paws Pet Cremation & Remembrance Services, East Dundee, IL 60118, (847) 428-8144, info@allpawspetcremation.com, https://allpawspetcremation.com/
Elmhurst: Pet Lawn, Elm Lawn Pet Cemetery & Pet Crematorium, 401 E Lake St., Elmhurst, IL 60126-5500, (630) 833-9696, arlingtonelmlawn@troostcems.com, https://www.elmlawnmemorialpark.com/pets
Geneseo: Vandemore Pet Cremation Services, 580 E Ogden Ave., Geneseo, IL 61254, 309-944-1498, https://www.vandemorepetcremations.com/
Glen Ellyn: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 1170 Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
Homewood: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 17859 Bretz Dr, Homewood, IL 60430, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
Joliet: Kozy Acres Pet Cemetery and Crematorium, 18125 South Farrell Road, Joliet, IL 60432, 815-723-9588, kozyacrespetcemetery@yahoo.com, https://www.kozyacres.net/
Justice: Cherished Pets Remembered Pet Crematory, 7861 S. 88th St., Justice, IL 60458, (800) 497-4901, Laura@cherishedpetsremembered.com, http://www.cherishedpetsremembered.com
Lake Villa: The Lakes Pet Crematory, 500 Park Avenue Suite 105, Lake Villa, IL 60046, (847) 265-7210, lakescrematory@comcast.net, https://lakespetcrematory.com
Mount Prospect: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 1030 E. Northwest Hwy., Ste.100-101, Mount Prospect, IL 60056, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
New Berlin: McCullough-Delaney & Butler Funeral Home, 714 E. Gibson St., New Berlin, IL 62670, 1-877-724-6381, 217-488-3535, info@butlerfuneralhomes.com, https://www.butlerfuneralhomes.com/our-services/pet-loss-services
O'Fallon: Devoted Friends Pet Cremation by Schildknecht Funeral Home, 301 S. Lincoln Ave., O'Fallon, IL 62269, (618) 632-3713, info@schildknechtfh.com, https://www.devotedfriendspetcremation.com/
Peoria: Whispering Woods, Springdale Cemetery, 3014 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL 61603, (309) 681-1400, marilyn@springdalecemetery.com, http://www.springdalecemetery.com/pet-cemetery
Plainfield: Metro Animal Service, 25613 W. US Highway 30, Plainfield, IL 60585, (630) 904-1100, info@metro-animal-service.com, https://www.metro-animal-service.com
Quincy: Hansen-Spear Funeral Home (cremation),
1535 State Street, Quincy, IL 62301, (217) 222-4907, william@hansenspear.com, https://www.hansenspear.com/pet-cremation-memorials/
Rockford: Arlington Pet Cemetery, 6202 Charles St., Rockford, IL 61108-6823, (815) 399-5011, office@arlingtonmemorialcemetery.com, https://www.arlingtonpetcemetery.com/>
Rockford: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 6825 Weaver Road, Rockford, IL 61114, 815-282-6202, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
Romeoville: Pets Are Family, Too/Cremation Society of Illinois, 795 Forestwood Drive, Romeoville, IL 60446, 1-800-452-1957, http://www.petsarefamilytoo.net/
Springfield: Butler Funeral Homes - Pet Services, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield, IL 62703, 217-544-4646, info@butlerfuneralhomes.com, https://www.butlerfuneralhomes.com/our-services/pet-loss-services
Vernon Hills: Aarrowood Pet Cemetery & Crematory, 24090 N. US Hwy. 45, Vernon Hills, IL 60061-3180, (847) 634-3787, c211@stonemor.com, https://www.facebook.com/wlmpcemetery/
Willowbrook: Hinsdale Animal Cemetery, 6400 S. Bentley Avenue, Willowbrook, IL 60527, 630-323-5120, ClientCare@petcemetery.org, https://www.petcemetery.org/
Wood Dale: St Francis Pet Funeral Services and Crematory, 6N441 Catalpa Ave., Wood Dale, IL 60191, (708) 766-3646, francis2b@aol.com, http://www.sfpcweb.com/
When a pet dies, you want help... fast!
You'll find it in Moira Allen's Coping with Sorrow on the Loss of Your Pet. In a book filled with comfort, compassion and support, you'll find the tools and tips you need to:
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- Understand the feelings you're going through -- and find ways to ease the pain
- "Say good-bye" with memorials, tributes and other coping strategies
- Help your children and other family members deal with their grief
- Deal with people who "just don't understand"
- Help surviving pets cope with the loss of a missing companion
- Come to terms with the guilt we so often feel when a pet dies
- Handle the agonizing decision of euthanasia
- Choose the best and most comforting "final resting place" for your pet
- Determine when and how to bring a new companion into your home (how soon is too soon?)
- Improve your chances of recovering a lost or stolen pet
- Help a friend cope with loss
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