Upcoming Events

Fargo Concussion Discussion
January 28 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.

Brain Injury Book Club
Thursdays from 9:30 – 11:30 am Central
Edgewood 55+ (749 South 30th Street, Grand Forks) or attend virtually

• January 15, 22, 29
• February 5, 12, 19, 26
• March 5, 19, 26 (no class on March 12)
• April 9, 16, 23, 30 (no class on April 2)

This book club is for survivors and caregivers. Meet new people, build up social skills, and Certified Brain Injury Specialists can earn CEUs. Registration has closed.

GYST – Get Your Stuff Together Planner Group
January 30 from 10:30 – 11:30 am Central (every Friday)
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.

Grand Forks Brain Talks
February 2, February 17 – note different date (every other Monday)
10:00 – 11:00 am Central
Mountainbrooke Mental Health Recovery Center (112 North 3rd Street)
Grand Forks, North Dakota

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

If you have questions, contact Carly at carly.endres@und.edu or (701) 777-4008.

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

• February 4 – Brain Injury for Peer Support Specialists
• February 18 – Beth's Story
• April 15 – Trauma and Brain Injury for Peer Support Specialists
• April 29 – Disability and SSI
• May 13 – NATIVE, Inc.
• May 27 – Safe Shelter is Brain Injury Care for Peer Support Specialists
• August 5 – Domestic and Sexual Violence 101

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

Register for FREE Zoom Training for Direct Service Providers
February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, 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. Print this optional presentation guide to help you follow along with the training. If you have questions, contact Carly Endres at carly.endres@und.edu or (701) 777-4008.

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

Register for each Zoom meeting:

• February 19, 2026 – Virtual
• May 21, 2026 – Virtual and in person in Bismarck
  (time and location to be determined)
• August 20, 2026 – Virtual
• 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.

Unmasking Brain Injury Event – Bismarck
February 26 from 3:30 – 5:00 pm Central
Dakota Center for Independent Living
3111 East Broadway Avenue
Bismarck, North Dakota

Individuals with a brain injury are invited to create personalized masks to represent their experiences and journeys. This event is FREE to attend. No previous experience or artistic skills required. Supplies and materials will be provided.

To RSVP, contact Beth at beth.beckers@und.edu or (701) 777-4649.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers Class – Registration Now Open
On Tuesdays from March 3 – April 7
1:00 – 3:30 pm Central
Via Zoom

This six-week virtual series is geared toward caregivers of adults with chronic conditions. Class is FREE for North Dakota residents.

If you have questions, contact Carly at carly.endres@und.edu or (701) 777-4008.