River Valley Healthy Communities and Healthy Oxford Hills, in partnership with Be the Influence Coalition, are pleased to present a screening of Compassion Cures: Building Hope by Overcoming Stigma at The Gem on Tuesday, October 17th starting at 5pm.  This 30-minute documentary features collective voices and original music which address overcoming stigma related to mental health and substance misuse disorder.  It also provides  resources on helping, in a compassionate way, those who are affected.

The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring behavioral health experts, people in recovery and more. There will be resource tables available at the event.  It is a great opportunity to learn about community efforts to address mental health and substance misuse.

There will be FREE popcorn, soda/water and pizza buffet for everyone who attends. You do not need a ticket. You can just show up for the event!

5:00 to 5:45 Resource Tables, Networking & FREE Food

5:45 to 6:15 Compassion Cures Film

6:15 to 7:00 Panel discussion featuring behavioral health experts, people in recovery and more!