Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

Seizure Alert Devices Webinar
2020-07-14 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
Being alone when a seizure occurs can be a frightening or even dangerous occurrence. A device that can detect when a seizure happens and alert someone who can help can provide great peace of mind both to the person living with epilepsy and to their family or caregiver. This free webinar will look at the various types of seizure monitoring devices on the market today, how they work, who can benefit from them, and the pros and cons of each. We will also touch on the use of seizure assist dogs. Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1832413499015105804

Seizures and Safety Webinar
2020-07-11 10:00 - 11:00
Seizures manifest themselves in various ways. Some may cause a person to lose consciousness or to have impaired awareness. Staying safe can be a concern for those living with epilepsy. In this webinar we will look at safeguards that can be put in place, to help individuals with epilepsy feel secure in their surroundings while living an active life.

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1100717100130166285

Virtual Creative Arts Program
2020-07-07 18:00 - 19:30
EFMN and the Art Therapy program at Adler Graduate School would like to invite individuals and families who have been impacted by epilepsy to join us in a virtual art therapy studio experience. We will host a series of four weekly 90-minute group sessions via a HIPPA compliant Zoom platform. The first session will start on Tuesday, July 7th, and run each Tuesday through July 28th (4 total sessions), and will run from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. We encourage individuals and families to attend all 4 sessions, if possible. This is a progressive artistic process.

The groups will be facilitated by a Registered and Board-Certified Art Therapist. They will be assisted by art therapy graduate students who have been trained in telehealth delivery of services. As participants, you do not need to identify as an “artist” nor worry about skills or talents in using art materials. Our process has been about mindfully providing a structure to focus participants on their intention for being in the group or on what they need in the “here and now” via brief writing in a journal. We then encourage all participants to engage in simple directed art-making experiences. We realize that since we will not be in the studio space, participants may not have access to a wide variety of art materials. With this in mind, we plan to use simple and accessible materials that you could find in or near your home or community. Our first session may be focused on brainstorming projects and material ideas.

Please note: We require all youth (17 and under) to attend with an adult (parent/guardian/family member).

Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.
Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Virtual Open to Anyone Connect Group
2020-07-01 12:00 - 13:00
Are you getting what you need from your time with doctors, therapists, case workers? We welcome anyone impacted by epilepsy to connect and share with one another the challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Year in Review Community Forum
2020-06-30 17:00 - 18:00
In this 2019 EFMN Year in Review Community Forum, we’ll cover highlights from 2019 and how our programs empower the fight of those living with epilepsy as they overcome challenges, navigate their epilepsy journey, and gain independence. We’ll then give an important update on our 2020 programming during this time of COVID-19 and physical distancing and how we’ll finish the year strong with changes to our largest events like the Gala, Walk, and Expo.

Teen Connect Group: Virtual Hang Out
2020-06-30 15:00 - 16:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Teen Connect Group for a virtual gathering and hang out! Teens (13-18 years old) living with epilepsy are invited to sign in to play games, share recommendations, and more while creating connections with peers from across MN, eastern ND, and western WI. Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:
– A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
– Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Seizure Smart Training Webinar
2020-06-30 12:00 - 13:00
1 in 10 people will have a seizure in their lifetime and 1 in 26 will develop epilepsy, this training provides useful information so you can be prepared. This training is a resource that helps participants identify seizures, learn seizure first aid, and overcome the myths surrounding epilepsy.

Participants will learn:

how to recognize and respond to both epileptic seizures and febrile seizures,
when to call 911 and when it is not necessary.

Each participant will be awarded 1 CEU for attending the entire webinar.

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4893270253647198989

Eastern Carver County Community Education Seizure Smart Training
2020-06-29 18:00 - 19:00
One in ten people will have a seizure in their lifetime. Do you know how to respond? Seizure Training for Communities is an opportunity to learn about epilepsy and seizures right in your own community. Hear from experts on varying topics as well as learn seizure basics. EFMN’s Seizure Training is a resource that helps participants identify seizures, learn seizure first aid and overcome the myths surrounding epilepsy.

Please bring $5.00 to class to cover the cost of the handouts provided.

Register: https://district112.ce.eleyo.com/course/6052/summer-2020/seizure-smart-training-basic-seizure-recognition-and-response

Virtual Loss of Loved One Virtual Connect Group: The Grief Journey
2020-06-25 18:30 - 19:30
We welcome individuals, friends, and families who have lost someone with epilepsy to connect and share with one another the experiences, thoughts, and resources that have taken part in your epilepsy journey.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you.

Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:
– A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
– Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Virtual Social Group Activity: Talent Show
2020-06-23 18:00 - 19:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Virtual Talent Show! Do you have a hidden talent that you want to show the rest of the world? Now’s your chance. EFMN is calling on all performers for our first ever EFMN Talent Show!

Join us on June 23rd at 6pm for a showcase of everyone’s talents. We will show pre-submitted videos or pictures of people’s talents during the Talent Show, so no need to work up your anxiety or stage fright! Instructions on how to participate as a performer:

Register on the EFMN calendar
Follow the instructions on your confirmation email on how to record/photograph and submit your talent
During the event, you will introduce yourself and describe your talent before we play your submission.

Some example talents include, but are not limited to, juggling, singing, showing off your recent quarantine baking achievements, paintings, pet talents. Whatever achievement or ability you want to share!

Deadline for submissions is June 21st.

Adults, teens, and families living with epilepsy are invited to join us in sharing our talents while creating connections with others from across our service area. Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

Basic Seizure Smart Webinar (30 minutes)
2020-06-23 12:30 - 13:00
This condensed 30-minute version of EFMN’s Seizure Smart Training goes over general seizure recognition and response basics, while also being quick and easy to fit into busy schedules. (This training does not qualify for CEUs. Visit efmn.org to find CEU options that may work for you.)

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1087568039821432333

Virtual Adult Connect Group: Summer Safety
2020-06-18 18:30 - 19:30
We welcome adults with epilepsy to connect and share with one another the challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Virtual Social Group Activity: Trivia
2020-06-16 18:00 - 19:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Virtual Trivia event. Adults, teens, and families affected by epilepsy are invited to have fun testing your knowledge and meeting others from across our service area.

Contact Lisa Peterson with any questions at 218.624.1330 or lisa.peterson@efmn.org.
In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. We need you to be visible during the group meeting.
A quiet space in your home with enough room to act our your clues while still being visible to the camera. This is to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: We want to be able to help should a seizure or other medical situations arise for you during the group time. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff and would only be used if EMS needs to be contacted to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Basic Seizure Smart Webinar (30 minutes)
2020-06-16 16:30 - 17:00
This condensed 30-minute version of EFMN’s Seizure Smart Training goes over general seizure recognition and response basics, while also being quick and easy to fit into busy schedules. (This training does not qualify for CEUs. Visit efmn.org to find CEU options that may work for you.)

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1922506383628887309

Virtual Adult Connect Group: Adapting to Summer
2020-06-11 18:30 - 19:30
We welcome parents, caregivers, and guardians of children with epilepsy to connect and share with one another the challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:
– A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
– Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Seizure Smart Caregiver Webinar
2020-06-10 12:00 - 13:00
One in ten people will have a seizure in their lifetime. Do you know how to recognize a seizure and respond to one? This training will cover how to recognize a seizure and be able to distinguish this from other behaviors, increase knowledge about the prevalence of seizures among the senior population, and provide relevant information regarding seizure appropriate response and medications.

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3229854295739262733

Teen Connect Group: Virtual Hang Out
2020-06-09 16:00 - 17:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Teen Connect Group for a virtual gathering and hang out! Teens (13-18 years old) living with epilepsy are invited to sign in to play games, share recommendations, and more while creating connections with peers from across MN, eastern ND, and western WI. Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Virtual Connect Group Open to Anyone: Stay Connected during COVID
2020-06-04 12:00 - 13:00
We welcome individuals, friends, and families who are impacted by epilepsy to connect and share with one another the experiences, thoughts, and resources that have taken part in your epilepsy journey.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. You must be able to be visible during the group meeting.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need to have access to an emergency contact (name and phone number), and your physical location address. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff unless they need to contact EMS services to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Seizure Smart School Personnel Webinar
2020-06-02 15:00 - 16:00
One in ten people will have a seizure in their lifetime. Do you know how to respond? Employers, coworkers, and individuals work together to reduce stigma, foster understanding, and work toward a productive environment of epilepsy within places of employment. Learn about seizures, epilepsy, identifying the common seizure types, and how to respond appropriately. We’ll also share information regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act and useful tools for a successful employment environment. Registration opening soon.

Reasonable Accommodations in Employment: Epilepsy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
2020-05-28 18:00 - 19:00
One of the most important protections available to individuals with disabilities under Title I of the ADA is the right to receive reasonable accommodations. But what exactly is a reasonable accommodation, when does it have to be provided, and how does a person go about requesting it? These questions and more will be discussed during this free webinar, along with examples of specific accommodations that may be helpful for employees with epilepsy. Whether you are currently employed or searching for a job, this is information you should know.

Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2703921599562365196

Virtual Caregiver Connect Group: Self Care for the Caregiver
2020-05-28 18:30 - 19:30

Virtual Social Group Activity: Create & Craft
2020-05-27 18:00 - 19:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Virtual Create & Craft event. You can enjoy crafting with others from the comfort of your own home and meeting others affected by epilepsy from across our service area. Contact Lisa Peterson with any questions at 218.624.1330 or lisa.peterson@efmn.org.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera; a web camera or a phone camera are the most common option. We need you to be visible during the group meeting.

Emergency Contact Information: We want to be able to help should a seizure or other medical situations arise for you during the group time. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff and would only be used if EMS needs to be contacted to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Virtual Loss of Loved One Virtual Connect Group: Get to Know Each Other's Story
2020-05-26 18:30 - 19:30

Virtual Adult Connect Group: What can you control during COVID-19?
2020-05-21 18:30 - 19:30

Virtual Social Group Activity: Charades
2020-05-20 18:00 - 19:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Virtual Charades Party! Adults, teens, and families living with epilepsy in their lives are invited to sign in to test your acting and guessing skills while creating connections with others from across MN, eastern ND, and western WI.

Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. We need you to be visible during the group meeting.
A quiet space in your home with enough room to act our your clues while still being visible to the camera. This is to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.

Emergency Contact Information: We want to be able to help should a seizure or other medical situations arise for you during the group time. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff and would only be used if EMS needs to be contacted to respond to your home to provide medical care.

Seizure Smart School Personnel Webinar
2020-05-20 15:00 - 16:00
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 also share treatment options and tips for a successful school environment. Cost: Free 1 CEU will be awarded. Registration opening soon.

Virtual Teen Connect Group: Virtual Hang Out
2020-05-19 15:00 - 16:00

Virtual Connect Group Open to Anyone: Mindfulness
2020-05-14 12:00 - 13:00

Seizure Smart Childcare Personnel Webinar
2020-05-12 18:00 - 19:00
1 in 10 people will have a seizure in their lifetime and 1 in 26 will develop epilepsy, this FREE TRAINING provides useful information so you can be prepared. With the convenience of a webinar, you can do it at your home or you can set it up for all your staff to view. Register today!

Childcare personnel, in general, are a unique group that understands the challenges seizures may present. This webinar will help childcare staff learn about seizures and epilepsy so that those children will have the best possible experience.

Participants will learn:
• how to recognize and respond to both epileptic seizures and febrile seizures.
• when to call 911 and when it is not necessary
• how to develop a seizure action plan and follow the plan for each child
Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1500984410540039180

Virtual Teen Connect - Pictionary
2020-04-30 16:00 - 17:00
Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Virtual Teen Connect Pictionary Party! Teens (13-18 years old) living with epilepsy are invited to sign in to test your drawing and guessing skills while creating connections with peers from across MN, eastern ND, and western WI. Contact Erik Williams with any questions at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345.

In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you.

Before registering for this group, please make sure you have the following:

A device that has a camera: a web camera or phone camera are the most common options. We want you to be visible during the group meeting.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and to provide you with the best experience as a member of the group.
Emergency Contact Information: We want to be able to help should a seizure or other medical situations arise for you during the group time. This information is not shared outside of EFMN staff and would only be used if EMS needs to be contacted to respond to your home to provide medical care.
