Brightline’s Post

Less than a year ago, we launched BrightLife Kids — a program developed alongside the California Department of Health Care Services (DHCS) to provide critical mental health support to California families. Today, we’re delighted to reflect on the impact we've made together, reaching tens of thousands of kids and caregivers across the state. BrightLife Kids ensures all families with children ages 0–12 – regardless of income or insurance – have free, confidential access to high-quality behavioral healthcare. All they need is a California zip code. We’re reaching families in rural counties, overcoming barriers to bring expert care where it’s most needed. Who we’re helping: =>53% of BrightLife Kids families live in underserved communities =>Of families in coaching, 80% identify as BIPOC =>Our diverse team offers bilingual coaching in English, Spanish, and 17 other languages via live interpreters. Why this matters: California’s youth face unique challenges, especially in BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and financially stressed communities. By providing trusted, culturally responsive mental health tools, we’re supporting not only kids but their caregivers, strengthening entire families. We’re immensely grateful for the support from the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative and the California Department of Health Care Services. And this is only the beginning! We’re here to make sure all families have access to mental healthcare, exactly when and where they need it. Read more about our journey to accessible behavioral healthcare: