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# Disabilities & Behavioral Health

Healthy online habits have to be learned Behavioral health partners look to the Bark Phone to provide a safer, more protected digital environment where teens and adults can rebuild a healthy relationship with technology. Learn more As technology continues to evolve, focus on developing skills to navigate tech safely Digital threats are not going anywhere. Bark works with partners looking to use a tool to build the skills needed for internet safety — helping protect both physical safety and mental well-being. The Bark Phone helps to: Allow devices in controlled environments, with flexible access settings Configure app and internet access based on needs Drive conversation around responsible tech use Introduce more access in a structured way that encourages discussion Who we serve → Seniors → Children to young adults who have intelectual, physical or a developmental disability → Therapeutic boarding schools → Assistive technology providers → Residential treatment providers Take advantage of a customizable interface with app controls for safer online access Limit device to talk & text only Gradually introduce internet access Monitor online activities for dangers Utilize built-in assistive tech and apps Track location 24/7 Approve and manage all contacts Get in touch Drive better outcomes by providing connection, with controls and safety Safety plan Customizable controls and real-time behavioral insights help prevent risky online behavior before it happens. Independence Empower users to build confidence and autonomy through gradual access to tech, fostering responsible use in a safer environment. Skill development Encourage meaningful conversations around digital literacy and healthy tech habits that last a lifetime. Request more info Bark is now Medicaid approved If you live in select states, Bark devices are now available for purchase with Medicaid funds for tweens or teens with certain needs. The Bark Watch is an excellent option for younger children or those with significant cognitive disabilities. Learn more From our customers Great tool for social skills “It’s helped my son feel more like a teenager. He struggled with social skills, but now he connects with friends and feels included. It also helps us to talk about those social interactions. It’s a great tool to teach social skills.” —Parent of child with autism Individualized support “Bark helps our patients see the phone as a tool. It fits within our program focus, providing individualized support to help young adults adapt and gradually allow more freedom in a structured way. The app approval process facilitates proactive conversation around appropriate use.” –Gage at Engage Life Ready to get started? Contact sales@bark.us to learn more about Bark’s offerings Additional resources Medicaid: How Bark Meets Needs and Requirements Transform online safety for individuals with disabilities 3 ways to utilize technology effectively in treatment Bark’s 2024 annual report Digital Health is Integral to Adolescent Treatment