Building Bridges to Understanding

NAMI Northern Illinois

For anyone tired of pretending they’re fine: Building Bridges with Nora McInerny. Honest stories, real connection, and people who get it.

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront

The conversations we avoid are usually the ones we need the most. That is exactly what this night is built for.Join us for the 4th Annual Building Bridges event featuring Nora McInerny, whose rare gift is saying the tough parts out loud. With honesty, humor, and a lot of heart, Nora talks about grief, illness, trauma, and mental health in a way that somehow makes you feel lighter instead of heavier.This isn’t a lecture. It’s a collective exhale.You can sit in a room where nobody has to pretend they’re “fine,” where real stories replace small talk, and where connection happens naturally.Refreshments included. Reserve your spot today! These seats fill for a reason.Before the program, you get the opportunity to meet with dozens of local mental health resources in our community, including those funded by the Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board. We look forward to sharing this meaningful evening with you!This program is funded by the <a href="https://r1planning.org/wccmhb" title="https://r1planning.org/wccmhb" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Winnebago County Community Mental Health Board</a> through a voter approved, half-cent sales tax for mental health services. <a href="https://r1planning.org/wccmhb" title="https://r1planning.org/wccmhb" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">#wccmhb</a>Questions or accommodation requests: info@naminorthernillinois.orgWant to learn more about Nora? <a href="https://bit.ly/m/bb2026" title="https://bit.ly/m/bb2026" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://bit.ly/m/bb2026</a>

Agenda

Doors Open

Visit dozens of local mental health resources and grab some refreshments

Resource Fair: Including the Programs Funded by the WCCMHB

Hear from a welcome from local leaders followed by a panel of community members who will share their personal journeys with mental illness

Building Bridges to Understanding

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