Upcoming Events

Mending Minds (In-Person and Virtual)
August 25 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm Central (every Tuesday)
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Library, Study Room 2
515 North 5th Street
Bismarck, North Dakota

A statewide location for survivors of brain injury to come together for support, shared wisdom, and encouragement in a safe, caring community.

Contact Beth at beth.beckers@und.edu or (701) 777-4649 with questions.

Fargo Concussion Discussion
August 26 from 12:00 – 1:00 pm Central (every Wednesday)
Hope & Coffee
1801 38th Street South (West door of Soul Solutions)
Fargo, North Dakota

Learn about brain injury, what it means if you have one, and some strategies to manage symptoms. No registration needed.

Contact Shannan at shannan.stanke@und.edu or (701) 777-3190 with questions.

GYST – Get Your Stuff Together Planner Group
August 27 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm Central (every Thursday)
Hope in Recovery Center at the Lighthouse (21 9th Street South)
Fargo, North Dakota

This group is a place for survivors to have dedicated time and support to work on managing the details of life. Bring your mail, planner (virtual or paper), applications, wedding invitations, or anything you want assistance with.

If you have questions, contact Shannan Stanke at shannan.stanke@und.edu.

Register for FREE Zoom Training for Direct Service Providers
September 15, October 20, November 17, December 15
10:00 am – 1:00 pm Central

The North Dakota Brain Injury Network will be covering the states required training for Direct Service Providers – Introduction to Brain Injury and Cognitive and Behavioral Consequences of Brain Injury. Training will include breaks. Plan to be able to turn on your camera and be able to unmute. Please also have a device you can scan a QR code with as well. You will get a certificate of completion after submitting your final test. Use a device that will allow you to complete pre and posttests. If you have questions, contact info@ndbin.org or (855) 866-1884.

Devils Lake Brain Talks
September 16 from 1:00 – 3:00 pm Central (third Wednesday of the month)
Options Center for Independent Living
223 4th Avenue NE Suite D
Devils Lake, North Dakota

Learn about brain injury, what it means if you have one, and some strategies to manage symptoms. No registration needed.

Contact Nickie at nicole.livedalen@und.edu or (701) 317-4172 with any questions.

Webinar Wednesdays!
1:30 – 3:00 pm Central

• October 14 – Green Dot Greater Grand Forks Bystander Intervention
• October 28 – Your Story Matters: How Real Patients Help Shape the Next Generation of Speech-Language Pathologists Through VPEd

These FREE webinars are designed to meet your needs whether you are a brain injury/stroke survivor, caregiver, or provider.

North Dakota Brain Injury Advisory Council Meeting
Noon – 3:00 pm Central

Register for each Zoom meeting:

• November 19, 2026 – Virtual

The North Dakota Brain Injury Advisory Council meets quarterly to discuss and plan brain injury policies and services. The meetings are open to the public.