Connect with Others

Creating a network of support with people in the epilepsy community

Finding a sense of support and community is vital for people living with epilepsy as well as their family. The Epilepsy Foundation offers opportunities to meet others, learn from their experiences, and connect on a personal level.

Connect Groups occur on a monthly basis across our service area, with specific meetings for adults, children, and caregivers impacted by epilepsy. Other social events are offered throughout the year for children, teens, and adults.

See a complete list of all upcoming events on our calendar, or explore the different ways to connect with others through the buttons below.

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Advocacy
Influence public policy and raise epilepsy awareness.
Camp Programs
Camps for youth of all abilities.
Connect Groups
Organized time to develop connections and share insights.
Creative Arts
Express yourself through different artistic methods.
Social Events
Special events held throughout the year for individuals and families.
Shining Stars
Program for youth living with epilepsy.
Thriving with Epilepsy

Meet Ellis Weiss

Being diagnosed with a rare form of epilepsy comes with its own unique challenges, but that doesn’t mean you have to go through it alone. Since their daughter Ellis was diagnosed with Doose Syndrome, Erik and Kendra Weiss have used monthly EFMN Connect Groups to meet others who have a child with epilepsy and learn from their experiences.

Ellis's Story
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19

Nov

Rochester Connect

Support and resources for individuals, family, and friends affected by epilepsy. No one should face seizures alone. Opportunity to meet others! Light refreshments will be served. Walk-ins welcome.

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19

Nov

Parent Connect Group – St. Louis Park

Come and connect for support and resources with other parents or guardians of children living with epilepsy. This group is for parents with any age of children with epilepsy, youth or adult. Light refreshments will be served. Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

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21

Nov

Adult Connect Group – St. Paul

Adults affected by epilepsy, connect, share stories and support each other. Guest speaker Dr. Doug Heck will be talking about managing your epilepsy and being an active participant in your care. Refreshments provided.

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Get to know other people with epilepsy

Whether you're an adult living with epilepsy, a parent of a child with epilepsy, or connected to epilepsy in some other way, Connect Groups are a great way to meet others and learn from their experiences.

Connect Groups