STOPS
We offer prevention, intervention, and postvention programs in hopes of creating a suicide-safer community and eliminating the stigma that surrounds suicide. If you are having thoughts of suicide, have lost someone to suicide, are worried about someone, or have survived an attempt, we are here to help. We understand life can become overwhelming, difficult, and sometimes even scary, but it is important that you know you are not alone.
What we do
STOPS provides support services to those who have experienced loss through suicide, both immediate and ongoing, via our LOSS and SOS programs. We also offer training to educators, schools, corporations, community groups, first responders, mental health professionals, and everyone interested in listening.
If you need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here.
LOSS Team
Local Outreach to Survivors of Suicide (LOSS) provides immediate hands-on assistance to those newly aggrieved by the loss of a loved one to suicide.
SOS Group
Our Survivors of Suicide (SOS) Support Group is for anyone who has been affected by the loss of a loved one by suicide.
The Numbers
adults experience a mental illness each year
adults have serious thoughts of suicide each year
U.S adolescents aged 12-17 experience a major depressive episode each year
U.S adolescents aged 12-17 have serious thoughts of suicide each year
Stay in the Know
Presenting Sponsor
Wild Moss helps small businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations strengthen their digital presence through branding, website support, content strategy, and meaningful storytelling. Their support reflects a shared commitment to creativity, connection, and community impact, and we are grateful for their investment in helping STOPS raise awareness, offer support, and bring hope to those impacted by suicide.
Mission Partner
STOPS works in partnership with the St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office to provide compassionate outreach and support to families impacted by suicide loss. Through this collaboration, our trained LOSS Team helps connect survivors with resources, hope, and a caring community during one of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Community Partners
STOPS is proud to be a new member of the Covington Business Association and grateful for the opportunity to connect with local businesses, leaders, and neighbors who care about strengthening our community. Through this community partnership, STOPS can raise awareness, share resources, and invite more people into the mission of suicide prevention, support, and hope across St. Tammany Parish.
Community Partner
STOPS is proud to partner with the Northshore Community Foundation and grateful for their commitment to strengthening our community through collaboration, generosity, and impact. Through this partnership, STOPS can expand awareness, provide vital resources, and further our mission of suicide prevention, support, and hope for individuals and families across St. Tammany Parish and beyond.