REV UP Candidate Forum: Senate District 8
2022-10-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Virtual Event
Join with others in your district to learn how legislative candidates stand on policies that impact Minnesotans with brain injury and other disabilities. All sessions take place from 5 to 6 p.m. via Zoom. Please use this link to register for the Town Hall Forum in your Minnesota Senate District.

Don’t know what district you are in? Find out here.

Rev Up Candidate Forum: Senate District 56
2022-10-26 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event
Join us for a non-partisan Rev UP MN Virtual Candidate Forum for Senate District 56 featuring candidates for the Minnesota Senate and House Districts 56A & 56B. Register here.

Don’t know what district you are in? Find out here.

REV UP Candidate Forum: Senate District 18
2022-11-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Event
Join with others in your district to learn how legislative candidates stand on policies that impact Minnesotans with brain injury and other disabilities. All sessions take place from 6 to 7 p.m. via Zoom. Please use this link to register for the Town Hall Forum in your Minnesota Senate District.

Don’t know what district you are in? Find out here.

Rev Up Candidate Forum: Senate District 24
2022-11-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Virtual Event
Join us for a non-partisan Rev UP MN Virtual Candidate Forum for Senate District 24 featuring candidates for the Minnesota Senate and House Districts 24A & 24B. This zoom is from 7:15-8:15 pm. Register here.

Don’t know what district you are in? Find out here.

Advocacy Listening Session
2022-11-10 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event
Join epilepsy advocates across the state to discuss our 2023 policy priorities, and share about policy issues that impact the lives of people living with epilepsy. We hope you will join us! Please register at the form below.

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Virtual Winter Break Bingo - Open to All!
2022-12-28 14:00 - 15:00 | MN, United States
All ages are welcome to participate in EFMN’s Winter Break Virtual Bingo! Kids and families out of school and off of work will make fun connections with others living with epilepsy while competing for gift card prizes for some of your favorite treats.

If you have questions, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.

Camp Oz Info Session
2023-02-01 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event
This information session will provide an opportunity to learn more about all Camp Programs at EFMN. In particular, we will focus on our week-long residential Camp Oz at YMCA Camp St. Croix in Hudson WI. This hour-long session will include Camp Oz EFMN staff providing an overview of what the week of Camp Oz looks like, having a camp nurse available to answer questions, and a past camper family sharing their experience with attending Camp Oz. Camp Oz is open to youth aged 9-17. Register below.

Day at the Capitol Info Session
2023-02-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event
Unsure of what to expect at Day at the Capitol? Not sure if you want to register? Join us for an information session as we cover everything you need to know for Epilepsy Advocacy Day at the Capitol on February 22. Questions? Reach out to Sara Goodno at sgoodno@efmn.org.

REGISTER HERE

Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Transition Planning for Youth With Epilepsy
2023-02-22 18:30 - 19:45
Moving from childhood to adulthood is a major transition period for all youth, but especially for those with epilepsy. Learn about when to begin the planning process for this transition period, moving from pediatric to adult medical care, and consideration of future options, including guardianship, living independently, advancing to continued education, and joining the workforce. Join Dr. Nicole Williams Doonan from Gillette Children’s Specialty Healthcare for an exploration of the changes this new time of life brings.
Register today.

Camp Info Session
2023-03-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event

Young Adult Virtual Connect Group
2023-04-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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 group looks to create peer-to-peer support and connection. For more information, please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2023-04-11 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
This space is for teens with epilepsy to meet others who understand the journey they’re on. Join us to hang out, make new friends, and talk about growing up and living with epilepsy. For more information, please contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330

Parents with Epilepsy Virtual Connect Group
2023-04-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Parents 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, please contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209

Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Epilepsy and Aging
2023-04-12 18:30 - 19:45 | Virtual Event
While epilepsy can begin at any stage of life, people over age 65 are among those with the highest incidence of new-onset epilepsy. And as those diagnosed at a younger age grow older, the number of seniors living with epilepsy is growing rapidly. In this webinar, Julie Hanna, MD, epileptologist at the Minnesota Epilepsy Group, will explore the factors that put older adults at higher risk for epilepsy, special concerns around epilepsy in this age group, and distinguishing between comorbidities of epilepsy and the normal symptoms of aging.
Register today.
Thank you Sunovion Pharmaceuticals for sponsoring this webinar!

Grupo de conexión en Español, 19 de abril
2023-04-19 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Miercoles, 19 de abril, 5:30-6:30pm. La epilepsia puede ser una condición aislante sin el apoyo de otros, pero creemos que nadie debería tener que enfrentar la epilepsia solo. Esta reunión virtual es una oportunidad para conectarse con otras personas hispanohablantes, compartir experiencias y dar/recibir apoyo. Son bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, u otros seres queridos de alguien con epilepsia. Si tiene preguntas, por favor contacte a Angela (651-368-6209, llamada/texto).

Unirse a la reunión de zoom

ID de reunión: 821 8828 4802

Parent/Caregiver Virtual Connect Group
2023-04-20 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345

Adult Virtual Connect Group
2023-04-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722

Young Adults Connect Group
2023-05-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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 group looks to create peer-to-peer support and connection. For more information, please contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Teen Connect Group
2023-05-09 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
This space is for teens with epilepsy to meet others who understand the journey they’re on. Join us to hang out, make new friends, and talk about growing up and living with epilepsy. For more information, please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group
2023-05-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Parents 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, please contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.

Loss of Loved One Connect Group
2023-05-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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. For more information contact Amy Haugen, Programs and Regional Outreach Director at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722

Grupo de conexión en Español,17 de mayo
2023-05-17 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Miercoles, 17 de mayo , La epilepsia puede ser una condición aislante sin el apoyo de otros, pero creemos que nadie debería tener que enfrentar la epilepsia
solo. Esta reunión virtual es una oportunidad para conectarse con otras personas hispanohablantes, compartir experiencias y dar/recibir apoyo. Son bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, u otros seres queridos de alguien con epilepsia. Si tiene preguntas, por favor contacte a Angela (651-368-6209, llamada/texto).

Unirse a la reunión de zoom

ID de reunión: 821 8828 4802

Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
2023-05-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Adult Connect Group
2023-05-25 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting

Young Adult Connect Group
2023-06-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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 Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Teen Connect Group
2023-06-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
This space is for teens with epilepsy to meet others who understand the journey they’re on. Join us to hang out, make new friends, and talk about growing up and living with epilepsy. For more information, please contact Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345

Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group
2023-06-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Parents 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, please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358

Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
2023-06-15 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
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, please contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.

Grupo de conexión en Español, 21 de junio
2023-06-21 17:30 - 18:30 | Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
Miercoles, 21 de junio, 5:30-6:30pm. La epilepsia puede ser una condición aislante sin el apoyo de otros, pero creemos que nadie debería tener que enfrentar la epilepsia
solo. Esta reunión virtual es una oportunidad para conectarse con otras personas hispanohablantes, compartir experiencias y dar/recibir apoyo. Son bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, u otros seres queridos de alguien con epilepsia. Si tiene preguntas, por favor contacte a Angela (651-368-6209, llamada/texto).Unirse a la reunión de zoom

ID de reunión: 821 8828 4802

Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Making the Epilepsy Diagnosis - The Overall Process and Testing that Plays a Role
2023-06-21 18:30 - 19:45 | Virtual Event
An individual who has experienced one or more seizures may undergo an array of tests on the way to a diagnosis of epilepsy, and it can be confusing to understand why they are being done and what the results mean. Join Elaine Wirrell, MD, director of Pediatric Epilepsy at Mayo Clinic, for a comprehensive discussion of the diagnostic process, including exams, assessments and common tests – how they are done, what information they provide, and the implications of the results in diagnosis and treatment.
Register today.
Sponsored by Mayo Clinic.
