Key Highlights
- BeMe Health receives a $1.5 million investment from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas to expand mental health support for teens.
- The partnership aims to reach an estimated 20,000 teenagers in Kansas, addressing a critical gap in mental health care.
- BeMe Health’s platform, recognized for its transformative approach to teen mental health, offers real-time, personalized interventional support.
Source: Business Wire
Notable Quotes
- “Our kids are the future of Kansas, and they are struggling with mental health challenges today more than ever,” – Matt All, President/CEO at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
- “This funding will help us build on our current app enhancements for teens, while our new partnership will further expand efforts to empower all teens,” – Nicki Tessler, PsyD, MBA, CEO and Co-founder at BeMe Health
SoH's Take
The recent funding and strategic partnership between BeMe Health and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas represents a significant step forward in addressing the escalating mental health crisis among teens. This investment not only underscores the growing recognition of mental health as a crucial aspect of overall wellbeing but also highlights the innovative approaches being adopted to tackle these challenges. BeMe Health’s focus on delivering tailored, accessible mental health support through technology is a commendable move, likely to have a substantial impact on the lives of many teens in Kansas. The initiative also sets a precedent for other health organizations to follow, emphasizing the importance of investing in mental health resources, especially for younger populations.
