The Minnesota Brain Injury Alliance is offering Lunch and Learn Sessions for Social Workers and Social Service Professionals. Continuing Education Units will be available after each session. The sessions will begin at 12 p.m. and be held via Zoom. (Zoom link to be sent out within 48 hours of the event.)
The cost is $15 per session.
September 11, 2024
Effectively Responding to Brain Injury Symptoms and Substance Use Disorders
Thomas G. Beckers, BS, LADC, CBIS, Vinland National Center
Thomas G. Beckers shares insights from 18 years of experience in treating people with co-occurring brain injuries, substance use disorders, and other cognitive impairments. He will highlight how service providers can adjust their methods to increase and improve engagement and outcomes, using experiential activities and presentations.
Register today for the September session.
October 9, 2024
Reading after Traumatic Brain Injury: Understanding Contributors to Reading Success
Katy H. O’Brien, PhD, CCC-SLP, Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute at Allina Health
Reading is fundamental for school, work, and community participation, but many people experience changes after brain injury that make reading difficult and frustrating. Katy H. O’Brien describes the common challenges with reading that people face after brain injury and explores potential approaches for rehabilitation and future research directions to support reading recovery.
Register today for the October session.
November 13, 2024
Addressing Professional Burnout/Compassion Fatigue at Work
Robert L. Karol, Ph.D., LP, ABPP, CBIST
In today's health care environment, burnout is a growing concern. This session will examine the causes and offer concrete steps professionals can take to lessen burnout and feeling overwhelmed.
Register today for the November session.
December 11, 2024
Stroke Zebra
Joan Somes, PhD, RN-BC, CEN, CPEN, FAEN, NRP
“When you hear hoof beats coming from behind, you aren’t expecting to see a zebra.” Dr. Joan Somes discusses unusual symptoms and conditions that could lead healthcare professionals toward or away from a stroke diagnosis. This session aims to minimize tunnel vision and symptom-oversight, and best serve patients in emergency department settings.
Register today for the December session.
The cost is $15 per session.