STOPS St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide

STOPS St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide Preventing suicide through education, connection, and compassion. Because hope builds stronger communities, one step at a time. The team is a program of the St.

STOPS offers many programs to the citizens of St. Tammany in an effort to decrease the loss of lives due to suicide. These programs include:

Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST): This program provides a full two day intensive training for caregivers seeking to prevent the immediate risk of suicide. Participants often include people concerned about family or friends, emergency serv

ice workers, counselors, teachers, ministers, mental health practitioners, law enforcement workers and community volunteers. The emphasis is on suicide first-aid. Survivors of Suicide Support Group (SOS): Research has shown that suicide leaves at least 6 survivors. A suicide survivor is defined as anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. This group meets twice a month on the west side of the Parish and once a month on the east side. Local Outreach to the Survivors of Suicide (LOSS) Team: This program provides immediate hands-on assistance to those newly aggrieved by the loss of a loved one to suicide. A survivor is defined as anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Tammany Coroner's Office. Suicide Community Awareness: STOPS can provide suicide prevention and awareness programs by speaking to churches, groups, organizations, businesses, agencies, etc.

STOPS was grateful to be at the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum this morning for our community practice walk.Every step m...
05/30/2026

STOPS was grateful to be at the Abita Springs Trailhead Museum this morning for our community practice walk.

Every step matters. Every conversation matters. Every person matters.

We are building more than a 5K. We are building awareness, connection, and hope in our community. Thank you to everyone who showed up, walked with us, encouraged us, and helped move this mission forward.

Join us as we continue preparing for the STOPS 5K Fun Run & Walk on September 19th at the Abita Trailhead.

If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

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STOPS was proud to be part of the Covington Block Party as new members of the Covington Business Association.We had the ...
05/30/2026

STOPS was proud to be part of the Covington Block Party as new members of the Covington Business Association.

We had the opportunity to connect with so many wonderful people, share information about su***de prevention, talk about the upcoming STOPS 5K Fun Run and Walk, invite the community to get involved, and collect names of future volunteers.

Every conversation matters. Every connection matters. One table, one evening, one step at a time, we are working to plant seeds of hope in our community.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by and spent time with us.

If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988. You are not alone.

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Join us for our Community Practice Walk on May 30 at 9 AM at the Abita Trailhead.This is a chance to come together, move...
05/28/2026

Join us for our Community Practice Walk on May 30 at 9 AM at the Abita Trailhead.

This is a chance to come together, move with purpose, and support hope, healing, and connection in our community. Whether you are walking for mental wellness, su***de prevention, or simply to stand with others, we would love to have you there.

Bring a friend and walk with us.

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline.

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Tonight we gather to remind one another that grief does not have to be carried alone. If you have lost a loved one to su...
05/25/2026

Tonight we gather to remind one another that grief does not have to be carried alone. If you have lost a loved one to su***de, STOPS S.O.S. is a safe place for connection, understanding, hope, and healing.

Join us tonight at 6PM at First Baptist Church Mandeville.

Hope. Help. Support.
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If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Join us for a STOPS 5K Fun Run and Walk Community Practice Walk on May 23rd at the Covington Trailhead. https://www.face...
05/18/2026

Join us for a STOPS 5K Fun Run and Walk Community Practice Walk on May 23rd at the Covington Trailhead. https://www.facebook.com/share/14g1V1gyxox/

This is more than a walk. It is a chance to come together, build community, share hope, and take one step at a time toward su***de prevention and mental health awareness in St. Tammany Parish.

Bring a friend, bring your family, or come just as you are. Every step helps light the way.

Register to the 5K https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/peer-to-peer/5k-fun-run-and-walk

If you or someone you know is struggling, call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Yesterday at NAMI Walks for NAMI Southeast Louisiana, STOPS St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Su***de had the h...
05/17/2026

Yesterday at NAMI Walks for NAMI Southeast Louisiana, STOPS St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Su***de had the honor of showing up for our community with resources, connection, and hope.

Our booth was more than a table. It was a reminder that no one should have to walk through pain, grief, or mental health struggles alone. Every conversation mattered. Every resource shared mattered. Every person who stopped by mattered.

Thank you to everyone who came by, asked questions, encouraged us, and helped us continue the mission of St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Su***de.

Awareness saves lives. Connection saves lives. Community saves lives.

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If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

Thank you to everyone who came out to the 3rd Annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair. We are so grateful for your suppor...
05/13/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to the 3rd Annual Mental Health and Wellness Fair. We are so grateful for your support, your presence, and your commitment to mental health and wellness in our community. Thank you to our partners, supporters, and every person who helped make this event so meaningful. Together, we are building stronger minds, healthier lives, and stronger communities.

Thank you, St. Tammany Commission on Families, for bringing everyone together to help others, save lives, and make tomorrows better.

Thank you, Madisonville Library, for hosting the event and providing a safe space to come together.

If you or someone you love is struggling, call or text 988 for the Su***de and Crisis Lifeline.

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Covington, LA
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