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| 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - We welcome adults, caregivers, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support others. This meeting's topic is "Seizures Triggers Throughout the Seasons" with open discussion about if and how seasonal changes impact seizure activity. Contact Amy Haugen at amy.haugen@efmn.org or 320.203.9722 with any | 1 event, - 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 below or contact Janice Tweet at jtweet@efmn.org or (701) 429-1165 with questions. | 1 event, Family Camp is for youth ages 6-17 with additional medical, developmental, social, or emotional needs that cannot be accommodated at Camp Oz. Each camper is required to have at least one parent or guardian attend camp with them. Activities include arts and crafts, climbing wall, games, team building, and more. |
| 0 events, | 1 event, - Join other adults with epilepsy for connection and support. Light snacks will be provided. Contact Janice Tweet at jtweet@efmn.org or 701.429.1165 with questions. | 1 event, - 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 | 0 events, | 3 events, - Join us to connect with other adults affected by epilepsy. September's discussion topic is "Living your best with epilepsy." The MN Room is located on the first floor across from the cafeteria. Light refreshments available. Contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330 with any questions. - Please join us for a fun pizza night and conversation. We welcome all those affected by epilepsy. Contact Tammy Sammon with any questions at tsammon@efmn.org or 651-287-2304. - | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 1 event, - Join the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota and FM Special Needs Network for an afternoon of fall crafts and activities. Light snacks will be provided. Contact Janice Tweet at jtweet@efmn.org or (701) 429-1165 with questions. | 0 events, | 1 event, - Support and resources for individuals, family, and friends affected by epilepsy. No one should face seizures alone. Opportunity to meet others! Light refreshments will be served. Contact Emily Gomez at egomez@efmn.org or 507.287.2103 with any questions. | 0 events, | 2 events, - 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. This webinar will begin with a brief epilepsy review, followed by treatment options, rescue medications, new treatments, and - Adults affected by epilepsy connect, share stories and support each other in a safe and welcoming environment. Resources are available and light refreshments are served. Contact Tammy Sammon with any questions at tsammon@efmn.org or 651-287-2304. | 1 event, - Join us on Friday, September 20th at the Milaca vs. Zimmerman high school football game, as we raise epilepsy awareness, and cheer on the teams. Wear your favorite EFMN shirt, or dress in purple (epilepsy awareness color). Halftime recognition, and free awareness giveaways. | 1 event, - The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN)'s annual Rise Above Seizures Walk is the single largest fundraising and awareness event in Minnesota and North Dakota to benefit people with seizures. The walk began in 1999 in Rochester, MN and since then has expanded to four additional cities; Minneapolis/St. Paul, Duluth, St. Cloud, and |
| 0 events, | 1 event, - One in 10 people will have a seizure of some type in their lifetime, and one in 26 will develop epilepsy. Knowing how to properly respond to a seizure could be lifesaving. This course will go over how to identify seizures, respond to someone having a seizure, and overcoming the | 1 event, - | 0 events, | 1 event, - Join us for a workshop on "Living Well with Epilepsy" with Dr. Kinshuk Sahaya, a board-certified epilepsy specialist at the Minnesota Epilepsy Group (MEG). Dr. Sahaya's interests are in care and comprehensive management of patients with epilepsy and his research experience lies in EEG and its application in modern medical | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 1 event, - Join us to connect with other parents and caregivers. This month our discussion topic is "Seizures and school." Dinner and kid-friendly activities available. Contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330 with any questions. | 1 event, - Enjoy a 6-week program for families and adults impacted by epilepsy. We meet every Tuesday from Oct 1 - Nov 5, and ask that registrants commit to attending all sessions. Work with art therapists to create artistic pieces using a variety of media (painting, collaging and sculpting, etc…) This is | 0 events, | 1 event, - We welcome adults, caregivers, and parents affected by epilepsy to join us for a time to connect and support one another. Heather Besonen, Advocacy Director at EFMN, will join us in October to talk about current advocacy work that is being done at the legislative level, the new Epilepsy Advocate | 1 event, - Join us for dinner and your choice of activities including basketball, pool table, foosball, skatepark, and board games. This event is free for people with epilepsy and $5 for each guest. Contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org with any questions. | 0 events, |