Terms of Service

Effective Date: March 19, 2026

By submitting your information through this website, you agree to the following:

Eligibility

By using this website, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or have permission from a parent or legal guardian.

Purpose of This Website

Real Human Stories (a project by Rise4) provides an opportunity for individuals to voluntarily share their experiences related to mental health treatment for awareness and storytelling purposes.

Submitting this form is an inquiry only and does not create any obligation to participate.

Voluntary Participation

Participation in any interview, video, or written feature is completely voluntary.

You may choose not to participate or to discontinue the process at any time prior to signing a media release.

Live Forum Disclaimer

The Hope Project may provide access to live educational forums or sessions intended for general informational purposes only.

These sessions:

• Are not medical advice

• Do not establish a provider-patient relationship

• Are not a substitute for consultation with a licensed healthcare provider

Information shared during these sessions is general in nature and may not apply to individual circumstances.

Participants are solely responsible for any decisions made based on information presented during these sessions.

Recording & Content Use

Live sessions may be recorded for educational, training, and content purposes.

While attendee participation is designed to be anonymous, participants acknowledge that any information voluntarily shared in chat or other interactive features may be included in recordings.

By participating in these sessions, you consent to the recording and use of such content in a non-identifiable format.

For clarity, brief, anonymous, or non-identifiable questions submitted during live sessions (such as chat messages) may be used, summarized, or incorporated into educational or marketing materials, provided they are not associated with identifiable individuals and do not include protected health information.

Any identifiable personal stories, testimonials, or user-submitted content will not be used without explicit written consent.

No Medical Services

Real Human Stories and Rise4 do not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

This website is for storytelling and informational purposes only.

Communication

SMS & Email Communications

By providing your contact information and opting in, you agree to receive communications from Real Human Stories / Rise4 related to your inquiry and potential participation.

Types of Messages You May Receive:

• Responses to your inquiry

• Participation-related communication

• Follow-up messages regarding your submission

Message Frequency:
Message frequency varies based on your interaction with us.

Message & Data Rates:
Message and data rates may apply depending on your mobile carrier and plan.

Opt-Out Instructions:
You may opt out of text messages at any time by replying:

• STOP to unsubscribe

• HELP for assistance

Support:
For assistance, contact us at: project@rise4hope.com

Delivery Disclaimer:
We are not responsible for delayed or undelivered messages. Delivery is subject to your mobile carrier.

We do not share your mobile phone number or personal information with third parties for marketing or promotional purposes.

Future Participation Requirements

If you choose to participate in an interview or provide content, you will be required to review and sign a separate media release and authorization agreement before any recording or use of your story.

Content Use

No interviews, recordings, or personal stories will be published or used without your explicit written consent through a signed release.

Privacy Policy

Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which can be found here:
https://policy.rise4hope.com/privacy-policy-page

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Rise4 and its affiliates are not liable for any damages arising from your use of this website or participation in the inquiry process.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Updates will be reflected by the Effective Date above.

Contact

If you have any questions, you can contact us at: project@rise4hope.com