As part of the Films, Facts and Fallacies About Mental Health series is a screening of Dad's in Heaven with Nixon (Tom Murray, U.S. 2010, 86 min.)

The Documentary by Emmy-Award winning writer Tom Murray, tells the tale of his family's struggle to ensure his brother Christopher, diagnosed with Autism, be allowed to reach his full potential. Told against a backdrop of undiagnosed paternal Bipolar Disorder and Depression, the film is a fascinating study of family dynamics and, ultimately, a story of great hope and triumph.

You are welcome to attend both the film and the informational program, but attending both is not required. The series is free, but registration is required by calling Tammy at (585) 325-3145 x100

[source: Mental Health Association e-mail, 2016-Jan-6]