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SUMMARY:Young Adult Connect
DESCRIPTION:A space for young adults with epilepsy to meet others and talk about life updates\, challenges\, and successes with others who understand the epilepsy journey. This is a young adult-led group looking to create peer-to-peer support and connection. For more information\, please contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/young-adult-connect/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Talking with Your Doctor - How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit
DESCRIPTION:Treatment of epilepsy is a process that requires patients\, caregivers and doctors to work together as a team. This webinar will address how to effectively communicate with your doctor to make the most of the brief time you have with them during an office visit. You’ll learn what types of information your doctor needs from you\, how treatment decisions are made\, the importance of discussing goals and expectations as well as asking questions. We will also cover seizure-tracking tools that can help gather valuable information to share with your doctor. Guest speakers are Dr. Jessica Winslow and Dr. Douglas Smith of Minnesota Epilepsy Group.\n\n \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/webinar-talking-with-dr/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Accessing Healthcare in Epilepsy That’s Right for You
DESCRIPTION:Choosing the appropriate level of medical care can make a major difference in the successful management of epilepsy\, but many people are unaware of their options or unsure about which type of healthcare provider is best for them. In this webinar\, Dr. Katherine Nickels of Mayo Clinic will explore the various types of providers and care settings available for the treatment of epilepsy\, when it’s time to seek out a specialist or comprehensive epilepsy center\, and how to access the care that best meets your needs.\n\n \n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/webinar-accessing-healthcare-in-epilepsy-thats-right-for-you/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T183000
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SUMMARY:Loss of Loved One Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Losing a loved one to epilepsy is a difficult journey.  EFMN invites you to attend our quarterly Loss of Loved One Connect Group to find peer support\, helpful resources\, and to talk honestly about your grieving process.  This group is specifically open to anyone who has lost a loved one to an epilepsy-related death.\n\nFor more information contact Amy Haugen\, Senior Regional Manager at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722.\n\n\n\nIn order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible\, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group\, please make sure you have the following:\n\n 	A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer\, tablet\, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you\, but it is not required.\n 	Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time\, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number)\, and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/loss-of-loved-one-11-11/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211113T100000
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SUMMARY:Open to Everyone Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to come together for peer-to-peer support\, connecting with others\, sharing resources\, and spending time in honest conversation about the epilepsy journey.  This group is open to anyone who has a connection to epilepsy\, including but not limited to\, individuals living with epilepsy\, caregivers and parents\, those who have loved ones living with epilepsy\, and people who work with individuals diagnosed with epilepsy. For more information\, contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.\n\n\n\nIn order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible\, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group\, please make sure you have the following:\n\n 	A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer\, tablet\, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you\, but it is not required.\n 	Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time\, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number)\, and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/open-to-everyone-11-13/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Wellness and Epilepsy: Bringing It All Together
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we conclude the Wellness Wednesday Webinars series with Cate Brocker\, Wellness Institute Director with the Epilepsy Foundation. Wellness includes many different areas of your life that may be affected by epilepsy or other health concerns. Join us as we connect all past webinars topics and learn the importance of overall wellness.\n\nWhy is wellness important for people with epilepsy\, their families\, and caregivers? We all need to take care of ourselves—to manage individual health problems and get or stay healthy and happy\, despite health problems. A health condition like epilepsy is important to wellness but is not the only factor. It’s important to consider the way epilepsy and treatment affect your health\, well-being\, and daily life.\n\nRegister Today!
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/wellness-wheel-overview-resources/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Torchbearer Honors
DESCRIPTION:The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota is hosting the Torchbearer Honors on November 18\, 2021\, to recognize individuals across the state who have made a tremendous difference for the epilepsy community. We will be honoring individuals who have been nominated by their peers and have made an impact in our community.\n\nThe program will be streamed on Facebook Live starting at 12PM. Viewers do not need a Facebook account to watch the stream. Register below and EFMN will email the link to access the stream directly.\n\nFor more information\, visit the Torchbearer Honors page.\n\nThank you to our sponsors:
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/torchbearer-honors/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Parent Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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\, contact Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.\n\n\n\nIn order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible\, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group\, please make sure you have the following:\n\n 	A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer\, tablet\, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you\, but it is not required.\n 	Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time\, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number)\, and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parent-virtual-connect-group-8/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211123T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211123T193000
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SUMMARY:Adult Virtual Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Adults living with epilepsy come together to meet others\, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey. For more information\, contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.\n\n\n\nIn order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible\, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group\, please make sure you have the following:\n\n 	A device that enables you to communicate with others – through a computer\, tablet\, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you\, but it is not required.\n 	Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.\n\n\n\n\nEmergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time\, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number)\, and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-virtual-connect-11-23/
LOCATION:MN
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region
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