Plugging the Medicaid Gap

  • Hafeezah Muhammad

Being a foster parent or kinship caregiver comes with its unique set of challenges. Fromnavigating the legal system to providing emotional support, the journey can be both rewardingand overwhelming. One area that often requires special attention is the mental health of thechildren in their care. Particularly concerning is the mental and behavioral health of youth […]

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About the Author

Hafeezah Muhammad

Hafeezah Muhammad is the CEO and founder of Backpack Healthcare, a dedicated advocate
and mompreneur. She founded Backpack Healthcare to provide essential mental health
resources for foster care families. Muhammad started out as a concerned mother with her back
against the wall when her 6-year-old son started battling thoughts of self-harm. Like many other
parents, she struggled to find a provider to accept his Medicaid plan. Today, Backpack features a digital telehealth platform with a team comprising over 65% BIPOC clinicians and comprehensive translation services available in over 250 languages. Learn more about the company at
https://hellobackpack.com/

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