Brain Northwest

06/18/2026

06/18/2026

🧘 Somatic Workshop
📅 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 1:00 PM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom
Register here: https://givebutter.com/somatic-workshop-what-my-body-can-do-now-wlmkgm

Join us for a 90-minute trauma-informed experiential workshop exploring the connection between body awareness, mindfulness, and support for everyday life.

Through gentle embodied practices—including mindfulness of the body, guided imagining, and optional self-touch—participants will have the opportunity to explore how their body can be a source of support and resilience.

This is not a lecture-based class. Instead, the workshop offers space for personal exploration, reflection, and optional sharing in a welcoming environment.
✨ No prior experience is necessary.
✨ Participate at your own pace.
✨ All activities are by invitation.

06/16/2026

🛡️ How to Protect Yourself from Fraud and Scams 🛡️

Scammers are becoming more sophisticated every day, targeting people through email, text messages, social media, phone calls, and even online dating platforms. Join us for this free educational session and learn practical strategies to stay safe online and protect your personal information.

📅 Tuesday, June 16
⏰ 12:30 PM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom

In this class, you'll learn:
✔️ Best internet practices to protect yourself from financial, health, and romance scams
✔️ How to enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on your phone and computer
✔️ Ways to protect your online and digital identity
✔️ Where and how to report scams and fraud

📧 Once you register, a Zoom link will be sent to you via email.
Knowledge is one of the best defenses against fraud. Join us and gain the tools you need to recognize scams, safeguard your information, and navigate the digital world with confidence.

Register here: https://givebutter.com/how-to-be-safe-online-and-protect-yourself-against-fraud-and-scams-hjxm5d

06/12/2026

🥖🍎 Understanding Carbohydrates 🍠🥣
📅 Friday, June 12 at 1:00 PM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom

Confused about carbs? Join us for this free one-hour class led by Jessica Shirley, MS, CHES, Health Coach, LYT, as she breaks down everything you need to know about carbohydrates in a simple and practical way.

You'll learn:
✅ What carbohydrates are
✅ Why your body needs them
✅ How to choose healthier carbohydrate sources

We'll also cover:
• Simple vs. complex carbohydrates
• The importance of fiber
• Blood sugar balance
• Daily carbohydrate needs
• Common nutrition myths
• Practical tips for building balanced meals with nutrient-rich carbs

Whether you're looking to improve your nutrition, better understand blood sugar, or simply make healthier food choices, this class is for you!

📌 Register here: https://givebutter.com/understanding-carbohydrates-r3pys6

We hope to see you there!

06/09/2026

💙 Re-Establish Relationships After Brain Injury 💙
📅 Wednesday, June 10
⏰ 12:00 PM PDT
📍 Live on Zoom
Register here: https://givebutter.com/re-establish-relationships-after-brain-injury-nx1uod

Register today to receive the Zoom link by email.
Brain injury can impact communication, emotional regulation, and relationships. Whether you are living with a brain injury and have a partner, or are hoping to build healthy relationships in the future, this class is for you.

Join Maria Dalbotten, LMHC, as she shares practical tools to help stop the cycle of relationship challenges and create stronger, healthier connections.

Topics include:
✨ How to take a break before situations become emotionally activated
✨ Conversation scripts that help both people feel heard, understood, and valued
✨ The importance of calming and regulating the nervous system together as a relationship team—and simple ways to do it

This informative and supportive session is designed specifically for brain injury survivors and their loved ones.

We hope you'll join us! 💙

06/04/2026

🎵 Music Therapy and Parkinson’s Disease 🎵
📅 Friday, June 5
⏰ 1:00 PM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom

Join Jake Beck, MT-BC, a board-certified and licensed music therapist, for an engaging presentation on how music therapy can support individuals living with Parkinson’s disease.

Learn how rhythm, melody, and structured musical interventions can help address challenges related to movement, communication, coordination, and overall quality of life. Through evidence-based practices and interactive demonstrations, Jake will explore how music can be a powerful tool for improving engagement, emotional well-being, and social connection.

📌 Register to receive the Zoom link. An email with access information will be sent after registration.
Register here: https://givebutter.com/somatic-workshop-rest-stillness-and-doing-nothing-on-purpose-vqzuzs

We hope you'll join us for this informative and inspiring session!

06/02/2026

💙 Holding the Grief
📅 Thursday, June 4, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom

Holding the Change: Grief and Ambiguous Loss After Brain Injury
Grief after a brain injury can be difficult to name and understand. In this three-part series, we'll explore ambiguous loss—the grief that comes with changes in identity, abilities, relationships, and daily life.

Session 1: Naming the Loss

We'll discuss:
• What ambiguous loss is
• Why grief after brain injury can feel ongoing or confusing
• Common emotions such as grief, anger, relief, and numbness

Register to receive the Zoom link: https://givebutter.com/holding-the-change-grief-and-ambiguous-loss-after-a-brain-injury-sgi18z

06/02/2026

🎶 New Date for Our Backyard Concert Benefiting Brain Northwest! 🎶

Join us on June 17, 2026, at 4:00 PM for a wonderful evening of music, food, beverages, and community in support of Brain Northwest.

We're thrilled to welcome the esteemed Cathy Jordan, who will be providing an unforgettable musical performance in a beautiful backyard setting.

This special event is an opportunity to gather with friends, enjoy great company, and support the important work of Brain Northwest.

We hope you'll join us!

🎟️ Get your tickets here:
https://givebutter.com/annual-backyard-concert-copy-hmxpbp

05/27/2026

Class Announcement!

🌿 Somatic Workshop: Exploring Rest & Stillness 🌿
📅 Thursday, May 28
⏰ 1:00 PM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom
Register here: https://givebutter.com/somatic-workshop-rest-stillness-and-doing-nothing-on-purpose-vqzuzs

Once you register, a Zoom link will be emailed to you.
This 90-minute trauma-informed experiential workshop invites participants on a gentle journey of exploring internal resources of rest and stillness.

Through embodied practices including mindfulness of the body, guided imagining, and optional comforting objects associated with rest, participants will begin exploring places where their body feels calm, grounded, and at ease.
Rather than an educational presentation, this workshop focuses on experiencing the body’s internal resources of rest, relaxation, and quiet.

✨ The workshop will also include opportunities for reflection and sharing.
✨ No prior experience is needed.
✨ Participation is always by invitation and at your own pace.

Optional comfort items you may want nearby:
☕ A favorite mug
🛋️ A blanket or pillow
🧥 A hoodie or favorite sweater
🧦 Soft socks
🪑 A comfortable chair or cozy corner of your bed

We look forward to creating a gentle and supportive space together. 💙

05/12/2026

Class Announcement!
TBI and Legal Claims

📅 Friday, May 15 @ 11:30 AM PDT
💻 Live on Zoom
Register for this class to receive the Zoom link by email.
Register here: https://givebutter.com/tbi-and-the-legal-claim-what-to-expect-and-how-to-manage-it-0v1ege

Join Attorney Melissa Carter for an informative session on important legal considerations after sustaining a brain injury.

Topics will include:

-How to save important evidence after an accident to help protect your case

-Who to talk to — and who not to talk to — with insurance companies

-Understanding how auto insurance may help cover medical bills after a car accident

-Ways friends and family can support you during the legal process

-Tips for communicating effectively with your attorney

We hope you’ll join us for this valuable discussion and opportunity to learn more about navigating legal claims after a brain injury.