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We’re empowering Minnesotans impacted by epilepsy through support, education, connection, and advocacy so no one faces epilepsy alone.
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Rain or Shine, We Walk Together: Minnesota Epilepsy Walks Raise $209,262 for Epilepsy Support
1,247 participants. $209,262 raised. One incredible community. Rain couldn’t keep our community away. On Saturday, September 26, hundreds of people gathered at Wolfe Park for our final 2026 Epilepsy Walk. While the skies may have been gray, the energy, determination, and heart of our community shined brightly throughout the day.
Epilepsy Awareness Takes Center Stage on FOX 9 Ahead of the Twin Cities Walk
Coming together to raise awareness, build community, and support Minnesotans impacted by epilepsy. With the Twin Cities Walk just around the corner, the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) had the opportunity to share its mission with viewers across Minnesota during a FOX 9 interview last night. EFMN Executive Director Jenna
Upcoming Events
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Oct
Adults Navigating Life After Epilepsy Surgery Peer Led Connect
You’re invited to connect over Zoom with other adults to discuss navigating life after epilepsy surgery. This group is for those who have had any type of surgical intervention for epilepsy including lobectomy, hemispherectomy, RNS, DBS, VNS, Visualize (laser guided ablation), etc. Whether your impacts include continued seizures, memory difficulties,
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Oct
Parenting with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
Adults parenting while living with epilepsy are invited to come together to meet others, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey. Significant others and children of the adult with epilepsy are welcome to join the meeting with their person.
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Oct
Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
Meet other parents, grandparents, and caregivers who live day-to-day caring for a child with seizures and/or epilepsy. This is an opportunity to meet others, offer peer-to-peer support, share resources and experiences, and talk honestly about the triumphs and challenges of a child’s epilepsy journey. For more information, please contact Lisa