The Jason Foundation

When Clark Flatt lost his son, Jason, to suicide in 1997, he realized that youth suicide is sadly common throughout the country. To help put an end to this heart-wrenching epidemic, Flatt developed The Jason Foundation, Inc. (JFI).

This non-profit organization is geared towards raising awareness regarding youth suicide and to educate parents, teachers, students, coaches, and others within communities nationwide on how to spot and help young people who are considering suicide. JFI has taken many steps to reduce the rates of youth suicide, including establishing a school-based curriculum and numerous online staff developmental programs, all of which are free to the consumer.

In Michigan:

  • Suicide is the second leading cause of death for middle and high school age youth (12 – 18).
  • Suicide is the second leading cause of death for college age youth (18 – 22).

The Michigan Youth Risk Behavioral Survey reported:

  • Almost 1 out of 6 young people seriously considered suicide in the past twelve months
  • Almost 1 out of 11 young people attempted suicide in the past twelve months

Stonecrest Center is pleased to partner with JFI to help put an end to the upsetting epidemic that is youth suicide. Those within the Detroit area who are looking to help make youth suicide vanish can contact Stonecrest Center to obtain more information, resources, and training that can help them not only identify youths in need, but help them, too. All materials supplied by JFI obtained through Stonecrest Center are provided at no cost to the public.

To learn more about Stonecrest Center’s partnership with JFI, please contact us. To obtain more information about the Flatt family and the Jason Foundation, Inc., please visit jasonfoundation.com.

what past clients say

I wasn't able to do anything because my depression was so severe I was unable to leave the house. When it got bad enough that I began thinking about suicide, I admitted I needed help and that's when I turned to StoneCrest. That was 3 years ago and today I can honestly say I'm happier than I've ever been!

– A former client
Marks of Quality Care
  • Mental Health America Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health 2023 - Gold Recipient
  • MPRO Governor's Award of Excellence 2017-2019
  • National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
  • The Joint Commission (JCAHO) Gold Seal of Approval