Veterans and Service Members Relationship Retreat (Grand Forks, ND HHS)

This effort is associated with North Dakota's State Suicide Prevention Program, funded by the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Behavioral Health Division (BHD).

They are offering FREE Hold Me Tight® relationship retreats to couples where one member is a service member or Veteran in North Dakota. This retreat is offered in Grand Forks, ND on September 25-27, 2026 (at ATAGF; additional details here)

These retreats are appropriate for couples experiencing no distress or mild to moderate distress. For couples experiencing high distress, they recommend couples therapy. ATAGF has several talented couples therapists who can assist you. 

You must complete this registration form to be enrolled in the retreat. Enrollment ends on Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026.

Please note that this retreat is NOT mental health treatment or couples therapy. If you are looking for those services, please call ATAGF at (701) 780-6821.

These retreats are limited to 12 couples, and you will be put on a waiting list if the retreat is full. 

Note: If you need urgent mental health support, please connect with one of these resources:

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: 988 (call or text) or chat 988lifeline.org

• UND University Counseling Center (for UND students): 701-777-2127 (after 4:30pm press "1" for FIRSTLINK)

For additional resources in North Dakota, visit North Dakota Behavioral Health & Human Services.