On July 12, The Bridge Behavioral Health (thebridgenebraska.org) will host Dick Beardsley, elite athlete and best-selling author. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with the presentation from 5 to 6 p.m. at The Gala, 2602 Park Blvd. in Lincoln. The event is free, but free-will donations benefitting The Bridge Behavioral Health will be accepted. RSVP and learn more details at dickbeardsley.eventbrite.com.
From world-class marathon runner to confessed prescription drug user, Beardsley will share his experience of overcoming adversity and his personal story of triumph. The evening sponsored by the Lincoln Running Co. will include appetizers and mocktails.
“On the surface, Dick’s story seems tragic,” said Tammy Stevenson, executive director of The Bridge. “But athletes and non-athletes will be inspired by all he’s overcome.”
Dick Beardsley was ranked as one of the top five marathoners in the world. Join The Bridge for this event to hear him speak about his humble beginnings as a runner, followed by reaching the pinnacle of success only to be brought down by several auto and farm accidents that led to an addiction to narcotic pain medications.
Since 1983, The Bridge Behavioral Health has provided compassionate support and treatment to people struggling with substance use disorders. The Bridge has a variety of services, including medically monitored withdrawal, substance use and mental health respite, residential treatment, and other recovery support services. For more information, please visit thebridgenebraska.org.