River Bluff Health & Rehabilitation has served Winnebago County residents since the mid-20th century, but prior to that, the property was home to the Winnebago County Poor Farm which housed adults with mental health and behavioral issues. A cemetery of unmarked graves behind the facility is the only remnant, inspiring River Bluff to host a memorial service for the more than 600 people who were buried and forgotten there. KMK promoted the ceremony, leading to coverage from all three television stations and the Rockford Register Star.
Memorial service held for more than 600 forgotten individuals (wifr.com)