55 Steps

Overview

Eleanor Riese, a courageous mental health patient, embarks on a groundbreaking legal battle to secure the rights of competent individuals in psychiatric care to influence their medication choices. Partnered with her determined attorney, Colette Hughes, Eleanor confronts the challenges of the healthcare system, advocating for autonomy and empowerment for those living with mental illness. Their journey highlights the importance of personal agency in treatment decisions, showcasing the transformative power of one woman's fight for justice and the invaluable support of her legal ally in a system that often overlooks the voices of patients.