Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

Loss of Loved One Virtual Connect Group
2022-08-02 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | ND
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 to an epilepsy-related death.

For more information contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722.

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Adult Virtual Connect Group
2022-07-28 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
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. If you have questions, please contact Western MN Regional Outreach Manager, Lisa Necastro, at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358,

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Moorhead Picnic
2022-07-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Gooseberry Park, Large Pavilion, 100 22nd Ave S, Moorhead, MN, 56560, United States
Join us on July 28 for a 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 to share.

If you have any questions, please contact Western MN Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.

Bemidji Picnic
2022-07-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Diamond Point Park, Sapphire Pavilion, 1720 Birchmont Dr NE, Bemidji, MN, 56601, United States
Join us on July 26 for a 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 to share.

If you have any questions, please contact Western MN Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.

West Metro Picnic
2022-07-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Oak Hill Park, 3201 Rhode Island Ave S, St Louis Park, MN, 55426, United States
Join us on July 26 for a 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 to share.

If you have any questions, please contact West Metro Regional Outreach Manager Erik Williams at ewilliams@efmn.org or 651.287.2319.

Parent/Caregiver Virtual Connect Group
2022-07-21 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
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 Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Marshall Picnic
2022-07-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Patriot Park, 800 Windstar St, Marshall, MN, 56258, United States
Join us on July 21 for a 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 to share.

If you have any questions, please contact Western MN Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.

Rare Epilepsies Virtual Connect Group
2022-07-19 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
A space for people impacted by a rare epilepsy or complex diagnosis to meet others and talk about life updates, challenges, and successes with others who understand the rare epilepsy/complex diagnosis journey. This includes parents and caregivers to children with rare epilepsy, as well as adults. This is a 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.

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Social Event: Minnesota Twins Game
2022-07-17 13:00 | Target Field, 1 Twins Way, Minneapolis, MN, 55403, United States
TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT.

We are excited to open up tickets for our July 17th Minnesota Twins game to all who are interested. The game is free for the individual who has epilepsy and $20 for their guests. Details of a pre-game gathering are coming soon! Limit of 4 total tickets per group. First come, first served.

For more information or questions, please email us rsvp@efmn.org.

Austin Picnic
2022-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Bandshell Community Park, 4th Street and 9th Place SW, Austin, MN, 55912, United States
Join us on July 16 for a 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 to share.

If you have questions, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager, Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103

Grand Rapids Picnic
2022-07-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Veterans Memorial Park, SE 7th Ave (at Hwy 2), Grand Rapids, MN, 55744, United States
Join us on July 13 for a 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 to share.

If you have any questions, please contact Northland/ Central MN Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

East Metro Picnic
2022-07-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Como Regional Park, West Picnic Shelter, 1300 Midway Pkwy, St. Paul, MN, 55103, United States
Join us on July 13 for a 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 to share.

If you have questions, please contact East Metro Regional Outreach Manager Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209.

Customized Virtual Connect: Parents with Epilepsy
2022-07-12 19:00 - 20:00 | ND
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 Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Teen Virtual Connect Group
2022-07-12 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
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, or if you have questions, please contact Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209.

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
Pair of headphones and a quiet space in your home. This is to ensure confidentiality and provide you with the best experience as a group member.

Emergency Contact Information: Should a seizure or other medical situation arise for you during the group time, we need 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.

Duluth Picnic
2022-07-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Hartley Nature Center, 3001 Woodland Ave, Duluth, MN, 55803, United States
Join us on July 11 for a 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 to play and enjoy with one another.

If you have any questions, please contact Northland/ Central MN Regional Outreach Manager, Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

Rochester Picnic/Honkers Baseball Game
2022-07-09 17:30 - 19:00 | Mayo Field, 403 E Center St, Rochester, MN, 55904, United States
Join us on July 9 for a 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 to share.

If you have questions, please contact Southern MN Regional Outreach Manager, Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103

Day Camp in Mound, MN
2022-07-09 | Camp Christmas Tree, 6365 Game Farm Rd. E, Mound, MN, 55364, United States
Day Camps are for youth ages 8-12 and are intended to help prepare eligible campers for future attendance at Camp Oz. Activities include sports, team building, arts and crafts, and outdoor adventures. Day Camp will have an RN/nurse present to dispense medications and ensure safety.
Click here for more information.

Young Adult Connect Group
2022-07-07 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
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 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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

St. Cloud Picnic
2022-07-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Lions Park and Shelter, 4310 Dublin Drive, St. Cloud, MN, 56301, United States
Join us on July 6 for a 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 to play and enjoy with one another.

If you have any questions, please contact Northland/ Central MN Regional Outreach Manager, Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

Mankato Picnic/Mankato Fun Days
2022-07-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Wheeler Park, 402 Page Ave, North Mankato, MN, 56003, United States
Join us on July 6 for a 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 to share.

If you have questions, please contact Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.

Adult Virtual Connect Group
2022-06-30 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
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 Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507-287-2103.

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Wellness Wednesday Webinar: Childhood Epilepsies and Seizure Types
2022-06-29 18:30 | ND
What do parents and caregivers need to know about epilepsy and seizures in children? Hear from an expert in the field of neurology on medical treatments for children with epilepsy, developmental issues to be aware of, learning and school considerations, and social/emotional concerns and supports. This webinar gives an overview of caring for a child with epilepsy in all aspects of their life.

Thank you to our sponsor of this month’s webinar, Jazz Pharmaceuticals!
REGISTER HERE

Rare Epilepsies Virtual Connect Group
2022-06-28 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
A space for people impacted by a rare epilepsy or complex diagnosis to meet others and talk about life updates, challenges, and successes with others who understand the rare epilepsy/complex diagnosis journey. This includes parents and caregivers to children with rare epilepsy, as well as adults. This is a group looking to create peer-to-peer support and connection.

For more information, please contact Erik Williams 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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

Eagan Adult Meetup
2022-06-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Caponi Art Park, 1220 Diffley Rd, Eagan, MN, 55123, United States
Meet up with other adults living with epilepsy and enjoy a walk through the sculpture garden trails at Caponi Art Park. Slow down and enjoy the scenic art as we chat and stroll. Free to attend and guests are welcome. Snacks will be provided.

Accessibility note: Trails in the sculpture garden vary in consistency and are surfaced with dirt, gravel or rough granite brick.

If you have questions, please contact East Metro Regional Outreach Manager Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209

Parent/Caregiver Virtual Connect Group
2022-06-23 18:30 - 19:30 | ND
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 Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.

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 enables you to communicate with others – through a computer, tablet, or phone. A camera is preferred so that you can see others and they can see you, but it is not required.
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.

St. Paul Young Adult Geocaching
2022-06-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Crosby Farm Park, 2595 Crosby Farm Rd, St. Paul, MN, 55116, United States
Get to know other young adults living with epilepsy as we set out to hike and find Geocaches at Crosby Farm Regional Park. We’ll follow maps and clues to hunt for treasures hidden around the park. Help us see just how many hidden objects we can find! Snacks will be provided.

If you have questions, please contact East Metro Regional Outreach Manager Angela Bowles Edwards at abedwards@efmn.org or 651-368-6209

Grand Rapids Adult Meet & Greet - Walk @ Mesabi Trailhead
2022-06-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Mesabi Trailhead at the Itasca County Fairgrounds, 1336 Fairgrounds Rd, Grand Rapids, MN, 55744, United States
Connect with other adults with epilepsy and enjoy the scenic trail. Snacks will be provided.

Parking & Trail Access:

The western trailhead for the paved section beginning in Grand Rapids is at the Itasca County Fairgrounds (N.W. 14th St. and Crystal Lake Blvd.). Take I-35 to Exit 214, and head west on MN 73. In 2.5 miles turn left onto MN 27/MN 73, and in 4.8 miles, continue straight on MN 73. Go another 35.4 miles, and turn left onto US 2. Travel 36.8 miles, and turn left onto N.E. Fourth St. In 0.2 mile turn right onto N.E. Third Ave., and go 0.7 mile. Turn left onto N.E. 12th St., and then turn right onto Crystal Lake Blvd. In 0.2 mile turn left onto N.E. 14th St., and immediately turn right onto a dirt road. The parking is at the end of the road next to the trail.

If you have any questions, please contact Northland/ Central MN Regional Outreach Manager, Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.

Camp Oz
2022-06-19 - 2022-06-24 | YMCA Camp St. Croix, 532 County Rd F, Hudson, WI, 54016, United States
Camp Oz is intended for youth with epilepsy, and siblings, ages 9-17 who have a high level of independence. Traditionally, campers enjoy activities like swimming, horseback riding, team-building exercises, and more. Space includes 15 cabins, two modern bathroom/shower buildings, an indoor lodge/dining hall/activity center, and beachfront access.

The cost for Camp Oz is $300/camper. Financial assistance is available.

Click here for more information.

Austin Adult Meet & Greet
2022-06-16 17:00 - 18:00 | Hormel Nature Center, 1304 21st St NE, Austin, MN, 55912, United States
Come and meet other Adults living with Epilepsy. Connect with others while taking in some natural wonders and enjoying a walk through the many trails at the Hormel Nature Center.

If you have questions, please contact Southern Minnesota Regional Outreach Manager Martin Hernandez at mhernandez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103.

LOCATION CHANGE: Duluth Adult Meet & Greet - Caribou Coffee
2022-06-15 18:00 - 19:30 | Caribou Coffee, 2100 London Road, Duluth, MN, 55812, United States
LOCATION CHANGE: Connect with other adults with epilepsy at Caribou Coffee. EFMN will provide a coffee beverage and snacks.

If you have any questions, please contact Northland/ Central MN Regional Outreach Manager Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.
