Health Dunn Right to host Community Mental Health Event

The Health Dunn Right Mental Health and Wellness Action Team, in partnership with the Community Foundation of Dunn County, invites community members to a free event focused on mental health awareness, connection, and recovery. 

This event will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at The Mabel Tainter Theater (205 Main St. E, Menomonie, WI 54751). 

“This event fosters open conversations and meaningful connections around mental health, especially in rural communities where barriers to care are common,” said Wendy Winger, Health Dunn Right Mental Health and Wellness Action Team member. By increasing awareness and engagement, it helps reduce stigma, create welcoming spaces,  and remind individuals they’re not alone—while promoting education, connection, and early intervention.  

This community event features mental health advocate and speaker Kody Green, who shares his lived experience with schizophrenia to reduce stigma and promote recovery. Drawing on his journey through adversity and incarceration, he highlights the importance of second chances, support systems, and access to mental health resources. For more information about Kody, click here for his bio. 

The evening will also feature live music from MadLee Band, a duo known for soulful vocals and acoustic performances, playing crowd favorites from Fleetwood Mac to Coldplay to create a warm and engaging atmosphere. 

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is encouraged. Community members can RSVP by scanning the QR code or clicking the link: RSVP here. 

For more updates and to see how you can be involved in this initiative, you can follow  Health Dunn Right on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healthdunnright