Welcome to StepsForSteph
StepsForSteph is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the emotional well-being of adolescents, teens, college students and young adults. StepsForSteph was founded in the fall of 2003 by family and friends of Stephanie Tillotson who died by suicide her junior year of high school. So others will not have to endure this devastating sense of loss and pain , StepsForSteph is devoted to:
- suicide prevention education, awareness, support and training
- improved access to qualified mental health professionals
- rapid and accurate diagnosis of mental health illness
- seamless coordination of mental health care
U.S. Suicide Facts
- 100 teens die by suicide every week in the U.S.
- Suicides outnumber homicides.
- In a typical high school classroom, 2 students will attempt suicide and 4-5 will seriously consider suicide in any given year.
If you are in crisis:
Call NOW!
1-800-273-TALK
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