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
We welcome adults, caregivers and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. January's topic is "Mental Health and Epilepsy". Why are these two things inter-related, and what tips do you have to share with one another about keeping both in balance?
Join the Epilepsy Foundation for an educational webinar where guest speaker Beth Rosen Sheidley MS, CGC, and moderator Elaine Kiriakopoulos MD, MSc, talk about epilepsy and genetics. They will discuss what we know about the genetics of epilepsy, the benefits and limitations of testing, and how to go about getting
We welcome adults and caregivers affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. February's meeting will be an open forum. Bring any questions you have about epilepsy, your specific diagnosis, etc. As we share our journeys with seizures, we can learn from one
We welcome adults, caregivers and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. In March we will hear from 3 families who have had different treatment procedures to stop intractable seizures. There will be open discussion time as well to share your
As the access to healthcare professionals is limited during these unprecedented times, we invite people with epilepsy and caregivers to join a special edition webinar about epilepsy and COVID-19. These programs aim to: Inform on the current COVID-19 situation and provide recommendations for people with epilepsy Educate attendees on the