The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN)’s annual Rise Above Seizures Walk is the single largest fundraising and awareness event in Minnesota and North Dakota to benefit people with seizures. The walk began in 1999 in Rochester, MN and since then has expanded to four additional cities; Minneapolis/St. Paul, Duluth, St.
We welcome adults, caregivers, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support others. This meeting's topic is "Seizures Triggers Throughout the Seasons" with open discussion about if and how seasonal changes impact seizure activity. Contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722 with any
Family Camp is for youth ages 6-17 with additional medical, developmental, social, or emotional needs that cannot be accommodated at Camp Oz. Each camper is required to have at least one parent or guardian attend camp with them. Activities include arts and crafts, climbing wall, games, team building, and more.
Join us on Friday, September 20th at the Milaca vs. Zimmerman high school football game, as we raise epilepsy awareness, and cheer on the teams. Wear your favorite EFMN shirt, or dress in purple (epilepsy awareness color). Halftime recognition, and free awareness giveaways.
We welcome adults, caregivers, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. Heather Besonen, Advocacy Director at EFMN, will join us in October to talk about current advocacy work that is being done at the legislative level, the new Epilepsy Advocate
When is a seizure not just a seizure? How can we tell the difference between a run-of-the-mill epilepsy and an epilepsy syndrome? What extra information do we gain when we successfully identify and name these rare epilepsy syndromes? Please join us for a presentation by Dr. Douglas Smith, a pediatric
Join us for an afternoon of fall fun that includes two corn mazes, pick your own pumpkins, hay rides & cow train rides, petting the unicorn, human fooseball, and great food. Admission is free for those who have epilepsy and $5 for all others. Contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org with
We welcome adults, caregivers and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. November meeting topic is "How to Live Safely with Seizures". What steps should you take in your home, what devices and products are available for you to monitor seizure
Join us for the fourth annual Epilepsy & Seizures Expo to connect with others affected by epilepsy. Talk with vendors and attend speaking sessions relevant to you. More info here.
We welcome adults, caregivers, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. December we will have a holiday treat exchange. Bring 4 dozen of your favorite holiday treats to exchange with others and wear your ugliest Christmas attire. Prizes for the