The annual Shining Stars event at Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America is returning this year on Saturday, October 16. Families from across the state are invited to come and meet others who have a child with epilepsy/seizures. There is scheduled time to connect with other youth, teens, and
Join other members of Minnesota’s Latino Communities at the Latino Healthcare Community Conversation to talk about access to healthcare, community supports, and needed resources. This gathering is for anyone within the Latino Community, including those living with long-term medical conditions like epilepsy, stroke, heart disease, cancer, etc… as well as
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 Lisa Peterson
Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 prohibits private employers, State and local governments, employment agencies, and labor unions from discriminating against qualified individuals with disabilities in job application procedures, hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training, and other terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. We welcome Cindy
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 Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209. In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we
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.
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
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
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
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