Established in 2004 in response to the critical need for prevention programs for vulnerable youth, StepStones works with youth who are:
Suffered abuse, neglect, and trauma
Economically disadvantaged
Are estranged from their birth, adoptive, or kinship caregivers
Lack supportive adults in their life
Struggle with mental health issues and substance abuse
Homeless or have run away from home
Have significant concerns with self-esteem or behaviour
70% of the youth in our program are aging out of the foster care system or are involved with the child welfare system. The youth in our program are between the ages of 15 and 24, and 95% of these youth were referred to us by other agencies. The StepStones summer camp has campers who are between the ages of 6 and 14.