All children are special, but we believe that children with epilepsy are Shining Stars!
This program connects youth and teens with epilepsy from across Minnesota and encourages them to reach for the stars. All youth ages 17 and under are invited to become a Shining Star and join us with their family for special events throughout the year.
The Shining Stars program seeks to address the feelings of isolation and difference that can often accompany an epilepsy diagnosis, especially at a young age. We help children connect with others who are facing similar challenges and seek to empower them to embrace their differences and
We recognize that epilepsy
Thomas and Anna Putnam share a bond unlike any other brother and sister. They may just be the only non-twin siblings to have an SCN8A epilepsy diagnosis in the world. This rare form of epilepsy is due to a sodium channel disorder and affects the 14-year-old Thomas and 11-year-old Anna in similar ways.
Thomas' StoryCome together with other adults living with epilepsy to enjoy the fresh summer weather with a picnic at Cleary Lake Regional Park. Dinner will be provided at no charge for those living with epilepsy and guests are welcome to attend for $10 per person. Payment will be taken at the
Come together with other adults living with epilepsy to enjoy some sunshine while playing a few rounds of Disc Golf at Land Of Memories Disc Golf. If you have questions, please contact Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.
Connect with others impacted by epilepsy and enjoy a fun walk around downtown, view the amazing artwork, and we’ll stop at Big River Scoop Ice Cream for a sweet treat right across from Paul and Babe! Meet at Tourist Information Center, 300 Bemidji Ave. N at 6:30 PM. If you
EFMN offers summer camp programs for youth of all abilities, with the security of trained medical staff.
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