Youth Suicide Prevention

Founded in 1997, the Jason Foundation has dedicated its mission to help educate parents and families, teachers, youth workers, community professionals and especially youth on the "Silent Epidemic" of youth suicide. The program provides no-cost education and awareness programs taught locally in and around the communities served by Heritage Oaks Hospital. The core focus is on prevention through education. The Foundation offers a range of programs, including a school-based curriculum for grades 7-12, parent seminars, and teacher in-service education. All materials are free of cost to the community.