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August 2024
Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness, Networking & Mentoring in BLA
A place for people to share their experiences, their encouragement and support for one another and to network together. Supporting each other goes beyond just sending an encouraging message, which we do rely on through difficult stages in our journey and we allow this space for each other to steam…
Find out more »Moorhead Regional Walk
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…
Find out more »Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
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…
Find out more »Metro St. Paul Picnic
Join us on August 19th for a picnic gathering for individuals, families, and friends impacted by epilepsy. The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota will provide the main course and bottled water. Feel free to bring a store bought food item to share. You are also welcome to bring a lawn game…
Find out more »Adult Connect Group
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 Lisa Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
Find out more »September 2024
Young Adult Connect Group
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 Peterson at Lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330
Find out more »Teen Connect Group
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 Erik.williams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.
Find out more »Parents with Epilepsy Connect Group
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.
Find out more »Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy In Person Connect Meeting
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…
Find out more »Spanish Connect Group
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…
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