• Young Adult Connect Group

    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

  • Peer-led Connect Group: Parents/ Caregivers of a Nonverbal Child with Epilepsy

    Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting

    Join other parents/caregivers of a nonverbal child with epilepsy for a space to share your experiences and support and encourage one another. This group will meet quarterly over Zoom, and it is led by EFMN volunteer, Joel Virtue and Kim Olson.  Lisa Peterson from EFMN will  be in attendance at

  • Teen Connect Group

    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 218-624-1330.

  • Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group

    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 Erik Williams at Erik.williams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345

  • Spanish Connect Group

    Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting

    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

  • Detroit Lakes Community Meal

    Pizza Ranch 1100 North Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes, MN 56501 1100 North Shore Drive, Detroit Lakes

    Individuals and family members of all ages impacted by epilepsy are invited to join EFMN for pizza and time to connect with others at Pizza Ranch. The pizza buffet is free for attendees.

  • Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy In Person Connect Meeting

    Miller Dwan 502 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN, United States

    Adults impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend this monthly volunteer led in-person group to meet others who can relate to their experiences of managing epilepsy. You're welcome to bring a store-bought item to share, and please plan to bring your own non-alcoholic beverage.  Location:  Miller Dwan adjoining meeting rooms.  For

  • Twin Cities Creative Writing Group for individuals impacted by epilepsy

    Mojo Coffee Gallery 2205 California St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418

    Individuals impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join Babs Larson, retired librarian and author living with epilepsy to connect with others as part of creative writing group that meets monthly in Minneapolis at Mojo Coffee Gallery. Bring your notebook or computer, and food and beverage are available for purchase.  Please

  • Twin Cities Walk

    Allianz Field 400 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN, United States

    Epilepsy is what unites us, and together we will walk in solidarity for epilepsy.  In 2024, EFMN will host walks in six cities across Minnesota – St. Cloud, Moorhead, Mankato, Duluth, Rochester, and the Twin Cities. The walks are the largest fundraising and awareness event in Minnesota to benefit people

  • Loss of A Loved One Connect Group

    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