Steps Toward Adult Responsibility (STAR)

Mission

To make a positive difference in the lives of teens with chronic physical health conditions and the families who support them in their transition to adulthood.

At STAR we find acceptance, support and understanding that we could not find anywhere else.
—John

The STAR Program is committed to making a difference in the lives of teens with chronic health conditions. The nationally recognized STAR Program provides a group mentoring environment that encourages self-management, education, peer group interaction and ongoing support. In addition, STAR provides families of teens with chronic health conditions a place for sharing information and knowledge about the challenges faced by teens and families, and opportunity to meet regularly to talk about how to effectively cope with these challenges. By supporting entire families, promoting independence and effective self-management, STAR provides teens, parents and siblings with a brighter, healthier future.

It gave me a whole new outlook on how to live my life and to continue to believe in myself, strive for goals and never, ever give up.
—Sasha