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This month, we honor the rich traditions and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities while recognizing the importance of accessible and culturally sensitive mental healthcare for all! At Backpack Healthcare, we're committed to providing truly inclusive care. Here’s how we make a difference: ?? Offering therapy in over 250 languages. ?? Training our therapists in cultural competence to understand and respect the diverse backgrounds of our patients. ?? Accepting Medicaid to make quality mental health care accessible to more people. Understanding and addressing mental health in the Hispanic community requires sensitivity and inclusivity. Let's continue the conversation and support each other. #MentalHealthAwareness?#InclusiveCare?#MentalWellness?#BackpackHealthcare?#HispanicHeritageMonth?#BackpackHealthcare?#whatsinyourbackpack Source: SAMHSA

Don't miss the Mental & Behavioral Health Finalist Spotlight hosted by Christina Farr and Solome Tibebu: https://lnkd.in/g5yG5yg6 Thank you to our category sponsor Nitto Denko Corporation ?? Don't miss the chance to hear from these fantastic companies transforming Mental & Behavioral Health: Qbtech, Equip, Spring Health, Osmind, NeuroFlow, oVRcome, PursueCare, thymia, OPTT Health, Backpack Healthcare,Neuroglee Health, ViewMind Inc. and Seven Starling. Sign up now! ??

PACE Healthcare Capital was delighted to attend?The Kennedy Forum’s Alignment for Progress conference this week.?Alignment for Progress provides the large-scale coordination of a strategic national vision uniting stakeholders across aisle and industry.?Julia Monfrini Peev, Jon David Willingham, and Nans RIVAT, as well as?Hafeezah Muhammad?(CEO of our portfolio company,?Backpack Healthcare), joined leading #policymakers, #innovators, #advocates, #providers, and #payers for a powerhouse event. ? Patrick J. Kennedy’s opening keynote set a powerful tone with the ambitious 90-90-90 goal for 2033: ? ?? 90% of people screened for mental health conditions ? ?? 90% receiving high-quality, evidence-based care ? ?? 90% managing their symptoms and achieving recovery ? Tech innovation, telehealth, and policy reform emerged as the game-changers we need to reduce stigma, expand access, and to redefine mental healthcare in pursuit of parity of care. ? Some particular highlights: ?? The extraordinarily inspiring panelists featured in "Profiles in Mental Health Courage,” (the new book by Patrick J. Kennedy and Stephen Fried) who bravely opened up about their mental health journeys and systemic obstacles ? ?? ?? The Economics of Mental Health with Caroline Pearson, Dr. Ashwin Vasan and Nathaniel Counts – shifting the focus to align funding with real care outcomes ?? Innovations to Address the Opioid Crisis, tackling one of the biggest challenges in healthcare with urgency ? We’re grateful to have been part of this powerful dialogue that is clearly accelerating the shift towards mental health parity and better access to care for everyone. ?Thank you again to Patrick J. Kennedy, Amy Kennedy, Rebecca O. Bagley, and the terrific team at The Kennedy Forum for a compelling and deeply substantive gathering! #MentalHealth #Alignment4Progress #TheKennedyForum #Healthcare

We’re delighted to announce that the incredible Hafeezah Muhammad?will be one of our speakers on the panel discussion at the MOVE Business Conference, “Values and Ethics in Business.” She is an exceptional mompreneur who has a deep passion for technology to address critical societal challenges. Her company, Backpack Health has been handpicked among the esteemed 15 companies in the Google for Startups Accelerator: AI First cohort program! Secure your spot Now: https://lnkd.in/eTwQh2ak

Join us for a transformative workshop: Understanding Neurodivergence and Autism in Children. Are you interested in learning more about Neurodivergence and Autism? Join our upcoming workshop to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for supporting children's unique needs. Discover the spectrum of Neurodivergence and Autism, learn effective behavior management techniques, and foster social skills and emotional well-being. The expert speakers, Jennifer Ryan and Jodie Rohrer are from our Partner firm, Backpack Healthcare. Backpack Healthcare provides accessible, inclusive, and comprehensive pediatric and family mental healthcare. Don't miss this opportunity to empower yourself with knowledge and guidance. Register now for the workshop on Monday, September 30th! Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/eHyU2ZAs ##WellbeingAtWork #Sukhi #mentalwellbeing #workshops

Something BIG is coming... ?? ?? Our team has been hard at work developing a groundbreaking tool that will revolutionize pediatric & family mental health, and we can't wait to share it with you! Mark your calendars for 10.24.24! #backpackhealthcare #mentalhealthmatters #comingsoon

Does your child play sports, take music lessons, or have a packed schedule of after-school activities? It can be tough to keep up with it all! Our latest blog shares simple, effective tips to help your family find balance between school, extracurriculars, and mental wellness. Click the link: https://lnkd.in/eAJ7Mqne to read the tips, and be sure to share this article with your community. ?? #ParentingTips #BackpackHealthcare #Balancingschoolandsports?

Ask. Keeping an open door for those in emotional pain can make someone feel welcome to come to you for help and support. Asking the question "How can I help" can allow everyone involved to see what next steps need to be taken. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBDBjUeR **If you or someone you know needs help immediately, call or text?#988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to speak to a trained crisis counselor 24/7/365.

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day.? It’s a day to raise awareness, offer support, and break the silence surrounding suicide. Tragically, 1 in 5 high school students have seriously considered attempting suicide. These numbers are a powerful reminder of the importance of mental health and the need to check in on those around us. At Backpack Healthcare, we’re committed to ensuring that no one faces their mental health journey alone. Let’s come together to offer hope, spread kindness, and be there for each other. Together, we can make a difference and save lives. **If you or someone you know needs help immediately, call or text?#988, or chat at 988lifeline.org, to speak to a trained crisis counselor 24/7/365. Source: apa.org #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone #EndTheStigma

We all have those days when our mental health feels like more of a challenge than usual. Maybe you’re dealing with stress, or maybe you’re just feeling off and don’t know why. Whatever the reason for your bad day, here are four things you can do to take care of yourself and maybe even turn the day around. ?? For more tips and mental health resources, visit our blog page at https://lnkd.in/efFv3mvR