Epilepsy Awareness Month
November is Epilepsy Awareness Month! Let's use our voices to share our stories with the community.
Spread AwarenessOur Guiding Philosophy:
Educate
Seizure trainings for your school, workplace, and community at no cost.
Connect
No one should face epilepsy alone; meet people who understand what you’re going through.
Empower
Take back control with access to the information and advice you need.
Help When You Need It
No one should face epilepsy alone. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with epilepsy for years, we’re here to support you.
Upcoming Events
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Nov
Grupo de conexión en Español (Miercoles, 30 de Noviembre, 5:30-6:30pm)
La epilepsia puede ser una condición aislante sin el apoyo de otros, pero creemos que nadie debería tener que enfrentar la epilepsia solo. Esta reunión virtual es una oportunidad para conectarse con otras personas hispanohablantes, compartir experiencias y dar/recibir apoyo. Están bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, o otros seres30
Nov
Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES)
What are the differences between epileptic seizures and psychogenic non-epileptic seizures (PNES), and how can you tell which kind you have? Join Dr. Julia Doss, nationally recognized authority on non-epileptic seizures, to learn how PNES differs from epilepsy, what causes it, how it’s diagnosed, and treatment options shown to be05
Dec
Season of Giving Event Austin: Backpack Distribution
Individuals and family members of those impacted by epilepsy are invited to join us as we give back to the community by joining the Mower County United Way at their monthly Backpack Distribution, giving children in need food and supplies as we come into the holiday season. If you have
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We offer a wide variety of programs and services for youth and adults across our service region.
Thriving with Epilepsy
About Lisa P. – Regional Outreach Manager Spotlight Series
Welcome to EFMN’s Spotlight Series! It’s National Epilepsy Awareness Month and the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) is taking this time to shine the spotlight on our Regional Outreach Managers who live out our mission every day, connecting individuals and families to real resources in our communities, ensuring no one
About Angela – Regional Outreach Manager Spotlight Series
Welcome to EFMN’s Spotlight Series! It’s National Epilepsy Awareness Month and the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) is taking this time to shine the spotlight on our Regional Outreach Managers who live out our mission every day, connecting individuals and families to real resources in our communities, ensuring no one
Ways You Can Help
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