ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
TO COMPLETE THE CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, YOU:
- Must be a US resident
AND - Must receive 50% or more income derived from music (venues, writing, touring, live event production) within the last two years
OR - Spouses, partners, and children of qualifying individuals are also eligible for Backline's services.
SPEAK WITH A CASE MANAGER
Please keep in mind that Backline does not operate as Crisis Support. If you are experiencing a crisis, please reach out to the 988, the National Suicide + Crisis Line, or contact 911 for immediate help. Additionally, you can access a list of national crisis hotlines and resources broken down by state HERE.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Once you fill out our online submission form, you will be sent a link (via text or email) to schedule a call with one of our Case Managers.
During the call, our team will assess your needs and develop a plan for your unique situation. Questions on the call will address your work in the industry, location, financial and insurance status, presenting issues, and your past experience with the mental health system.
Together, we will develop a plan of action to get you the appropriate resources.
- Fill out Backline’s secure submission form online.
- Schedule a time to speak with a Case Manager via text/email link.
- Speak 1:1 with a Case Manager to discuss your needs and what resources might be most helpful.
- Receive a list of trusted and vetted resources from Backline.
- Receive follow-up communication from Backline to ensure your needs were met and there were no issues accessing care.
- Must be a US resident AND
- Must receive 50% or more income derived from music (venues, writing, touring, live event production) within the last two years OR
- Spouses, partners, and children of qualifying individuals are also eligible for Backline's services.
By compiling resources tailored to the music industry, Backline simplifies the process, enabling an individual to access the help they need immediately. Our services are aimed at finding the ways an individual can continue to do the work they love while feeling healthy and supported.