TOGETHER WE CAN BREAK THE SILENCE
Our Mission & Vision
OUR MISSION IS TO RAISE MONEY FOR EFFECTIVE MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAMS IN SCHOOLS AND ART THERAPY PROGRAMS SO THAT EVERYONE HAS ACCESS TO THE HELP THEY MAY NEED.
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WE VOW TO OPENLY TALK ABOUT MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES WITH PEOPLE OF ALL AGES TO HELP END THE STIGMA AROUND SUICIDE AND DEPRESSION.
WE ENVISION A WORLD WHERE ALL PEOPLE, REGARDLESS OF THEIR ECONOMIC STATUS, HAVE ACCESS TO MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT AND GET THE SUPPORT THEY NEED.
Our
Story
The Olivia Deaton Foundation was founded by Olivia Deaton in 2016 in memory of her friend, Devin Costello, with the goal of raising money for suicide prevention and bringing awareness to the mental health issues many teens face.
Since our founding, we have raised over $50,000 dollars which has funded art & music therapy programs, grief support groups, and has helped individuals in need receive treatment.
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We believe in speaking openly about mental health issues and that by breaking the silence around traditionally stigmatized topics like suicide and depression, we can help save lives.
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Resources
If you or someone you know is in need of help please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for free, 24/7 support at 9-8-8 or visit their website for more information
24/7 crisis support & counseling for LGBTQ+ youth via phone, text, and chat
Learn about the warning signs, risk factors, and how to prevent suicide
Inclusive Therapists centers the needs of Black, Indigenous, BIPOC, and LGBTQ+ communities, as well Neurodivergent and Disabled communities.
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They make it safer and simpler way to find a therapist that is culturally responsive, affirming, and social-justice oriented.
You can search in your area, or ask them to match you with therapists that may be a good fit.
For those who are grieving the death of a family member or friend, use Grief Share to find a grief support group near you
The QPR mission is to reduce suicidal behaviors and save lives by providing innovative, practical and proven suicide prevention training.
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To learn how to become QPR certified, please visit their website
Donate
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE TO THE OLIVIA DEATON FOUNDATION PLEASE CLICK THE LINK BELOW.
ANY AMOUNT OF DONATIONS WILL BE GREATLY APPRECIATED - NO MATTER HOW BIG OR SMALL YOUR CONTRIBUTION IS, YOU ARE MAKING A HUGE DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE'S LIFE!
