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March 2020
Seizure Smart School Nurse Webinar
This free training is designed for school nurses and other health staff to refresh their knowledge and learn about new developments regarding epilepsy and seizures. All school personnel are welcome to attend, and those with intermediate levels of knowledge around epilepsy in a school setting. This webinar will begin with…
Find out more »Parent Connect Group – Edina
Come and connect for support and resources on topics that deal solely with raising children living with epilepsy. This group is for parents, guardians and caretakers of any age of children with epilepsy, youth or adult. We will also be joined by a special guest advocate speaker who will share…
Find out more »Seizure Smart School Personnel Webinar
One in ten people will have a seizure in their lifetime. Do you know how to respond? Teachers, school nurses, staff, and families work together to reduce bullying and foster understanding of epilepsy in schools. Learn about seizures, epilepsy, identifying the common seizure types and how to respond appropriately. We'll…
Find out more »Adult Connect Group – Duluth
Join us to connect with other adults affected by epilepsy. This month our discussion topic is "Treatment Options for Epilepsy." The MN Room is located on the first floor, across from the cafeteria. Light refreshments available.
Find out more »CANCELED – Adult Connect Group – St. Paul
Adults affected by epilepsy, connect, share stories and support each other. Please feel free to invite family or friends. No one should face seizures alone. Refreshments provided.
Find out more »CANCELED – Family Connect Group – Fargo
Parents, please join us for open conversation and to share your journey with other parents and caregivers. To help alleviate childcare concerns, we will have supervised gym activities for children. Light snacks will be provided. RSVP here or contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or (320) 203-9722 with questions.
Find out more »April 2020
Special Edition Webinar: Epilepsy and COVID-19 – hosted by VNS Therapy
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…
Find out more »Community Webinar
In response to the cancellation of our in-person events through the end of April, we invite you to a special EFMN Community Webinar - A virtual gathering of the epilepsy community with special guests and people impacted by epilepsy. We welcome those across Minnesota and eastern North Dakota to join…
Find out more »Virtual Teen Connect Group 04/09/2020
As we are all learning ways to work and live in our own “safe at home” settings, EFMN is offering a new Teen Virtual Connect Group option for any teens (13-18 years old) living with epilepsy in MN and eastern ND. This 60 minute meeting time will provide opportunities to…
Find out more »Virtual Parent Connect Group 04/14/2020
As we are all learning ways to work and live in our own “safe at home” settings, EFMN is offering a new Virtual Parent Connect Group option for anyone in MN and eastern ND. This 60 minute meeting time will provide opportunities to connect and share with one another the…
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