Disclaimer
This Disclaimer applies to the website located at laststep.org (the "Website") and to the writings, reflections, resources, volunteer information, and other content provided by The Last Step, Incorporated ("Last Step," "we," "us," or "our").
By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge and agree to the terms of this Disclaimer.
1. General Information
The content on this Website is provided for general educational, informational, and inspirational purposes. Last Step shares writings, stories, reflections, and information connected to our mission, relationships, volunteer work, and the experiences of current and formerly incarcerated individuals.
Although we make reasonable efforts to present information thoughtfully and accurately, we do not guarantee that all content will always be complete, current, or free from error.
2. No Professional Advice
Nothing on this Website is intended to provide or replace professional medical, mental health, therapeutic, legal, financial, or other professional advice.
You should not rely on Website content as a substitute for guidance from a qualified professional who understands your individual circumstances. Any decisions you make based on information found on the Website are your own responsibility.
3. No Therapy or Crisis Services
Last Step is not a therapy provider, medical provider, legal service, or crisis-response organization. Our website, writings, volunteer programs, contact forms, and email communications do not create a therapist-client, physician-patient, attorney-client, counselor-client, or other professional relationship.
Last Step does not provide emergency or crisis support through the Website, contact forms, or email. If you believe that you or another person may be in immediate danger, contact appropriate local emergency or crisis services.
4. Spiritual and Personal Reflections
Some Website content may discuss spirituality, forgiveness, relationships, personal transformation, or individual experiences. These materials reflect the perspectives of their authors or participants and are offered for reflection rather than as statements of universal truth or professional guidance.
You are responsible for deciding whether any particular writing, practice, or perspective is appropriate for you.
5. Stories, Letters, and Personal Experiences
The Website may include stories, letters, quotations, or accounts involving current or formerly incarcerated individuals, volunteers, or other participants. Some identifying details may be changed, shortened, combined, or omitted to protect privacy, improve readability, or preserve confidentiality.
Views expressed in personal writings or stories belong to the individual authors or speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Last Step.
6. Volunteer Participation and Correspondence
Information about volunteering or correspondence opportunities is provided for general guidance. Submitting an application or inquiry does not guarantee acceptance, placement, approval by a correctional institution, or continued participation.
Correctional institutions, government agencies, and other third parties may have their own rules, screening processes, communication restrictions, and security procedures. Last Step does not control those requirements and cannot guarantee access, delivery, approval, timing, or outcomes.
7. Third-Party Websites and Services
The Website may include links to third-party websites, services, donation platforms, forms, or resources. These links are provided for convenience and do not necessarily constitute an endorsement.
Last Step does not control and is not responsible for the content, security, availability, privacy practices, or actions of third-party websites or services.
8. No Guarantees of Outcomes
Last Step does not guarantee any particular personal, spiritual, relational, legal, correctional, or other outcome from reading our content, participating in our programs, volunteering, corresponding with another person, or supporting our work.
Individual experiences and results will vary.
9. Limitation of Responsibility
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Last Step and its directors, officers, employees, volunteers, and representatives are not responsible for losses, injuries, damages, or claims arising from reliance on Website content, participation in volunteer activities, use of third-party services, or inability to access the Website.
Your use of the Website and participation in any related activity are voluntary and at your own discretion.
10. Changes to This Disclaimer
We may update this Disclaimer from time to time as our organization, Website, or legal obligations evolve.
When material changes are made, we will update the Last Updated date at the top of this Disclaimer and, where appropriate, provide additional notice through the Website.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Disclaimer, please contact us: