BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20190310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20191103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200402T200000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200331T194415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200331T194926Z UID:37418-1585854000-1585857600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Special Edition Webinar: Epilepsy and COVID-19 - hosted by VNS Therapy DESCRIPTION: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.\n\n\nThese programs aim to:\n\n Inform on the current COVID-19 situation and provide recommendations for people with epilepsy\n Educate attendees on the risk factors of contracting COVID-19\n Advice on precautions and ways to mitigate risk and public exposure\n Alleviate misconceptions and ease concerns from misinformation\n Answer questions about epilepsy\, VNS Therapy and/or COVID-19\n\nThese two webinars will be led by Drs. Katie Polovitz and Angus Wilfong – hosted by VNS Therapy.\n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/special-edition-webinar-epilepsy-and-covid-19/ LOCATION:MN CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200407T185605 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200402T171542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T185605Z UID:37516-1586253600-1586285765@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Community Webinar DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nWe welcome those across Minnesota and eastern North Dakota to join us for a conversation about the time we are living in and how together we can support one another in overcoming challenges\, gaining independence\, and empowering the fight. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/community-webinar-2/ LOCATION:MN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200409T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200402T231746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200410T183436Z UID:37560-1586448000-1586451600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Connect Group 04/09/2020 DESCRIPTION: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 connect and share with one another the challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey.\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n– 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.\n\n– 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.\n\n– 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. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-teen-connect-group-04-09-2020/ LOCATION:MN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200402T231747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200518T142209Z UID:37562-1586889000-1586892600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Virtual Parent Connect Group 04/14/2020 DESCRIPTION: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 challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey.\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n– 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.\n\n– 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.\n\n– 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. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-parent-connect-group-04-14-2020/ LOCATION:MN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200416T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200416T193000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200402T231747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200417T154409Z UID:37564-1587061800-1587065400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Virtual Adult Connect Group 04/16/2020 DESCRIPTION:As we are all learning ways to work and live in our own “safe at home” settings\, EFMN is offering a new Virtual Adult 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 challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey.\n\n\nIn 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:\n\n– 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.\n\n– 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.\n\n– 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. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-adult-connect-group-04-16-2020/ LOCATION:MN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T180000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200324T174838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200424T124725Z UID:37171-1587488400-1587492000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Seizure Smart Training Webinar DESCRIPTION: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!\n\nTraining is a resource that helps participants identify seizures\, learn seizure first aid\, and overcome the myths surrounding epilepsy. \n\nParticipants will learn: \n• how to recognize and respond to both epileptic seizures and febrile seizures. \n• when to call 911 and when it is not necessary \n\nEach participant will be awarded 1 CEU for attending the ENTIRE webinar. Register here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6720490352406566668 URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/seizure-smart-training-webinar-3/ LOCATION:MN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T110000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200421T164019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T191012Z UID:37766-1588068000-1588071600@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Virtual Town Hall with Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:Please join members of the Minnesota Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities (MNCCD) on April 28th for a virtual town hall forum about the impacts of COVID-19 on members of our disability community statewide. \nThe depth of this public health crisis greatly impacts individuals with disabilities\, their family members\, and support professionals – many of whom are at greater risk due to underlying health conditions\, low income\, and food/housing insecurity. \nThis also comes at a time when our current network of disability supports – especially Personal Care Assistance (PCA) – is at the brink of collapse due to the widespread workforce shortage. \nThat’s why – now more than ever – we need help from Congress to maintain stability and consistency in service provision\, service navigation\, and advocacy to help ensure that people with disabilities can stay healthy in their homes and communities. \nDuring this town hall forum\, we hope to highlight individuals’ stories to inform our members of Congress’ work in developing COVID-19 emergency relief legislation that addresses the needs of people with disabilities. \nZoom Dial-in / Video Conference: https://arcminnesota.zoom.us/j/217753006 or call 1-877-853-5257 \nMeeting ID: 217 753 006 URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-town-hall-with-minnesota-consortium-for-citizens-with-disabilities/ LOCATION:MN CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200428T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200324T174840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200817T194839Z UID:37181-1588089600-1588093200@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Disclosure in Employment: Epilepsy and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) DESCRIPTION:The decision of whether to disclose your epilepsy to a current or potential employer is a highly personal matter that can be fraught with fears and uncertainty. This free webinar will examine the pros and cons of disclosure\, when it might be advisable or necessary\, and how to do it. We will also cover the employer’s obligations under Title I of the ADA\, including questions they may and may not ask. Information will provided on disclosure during the application and interview process as well as on the job. \n\nRegister here: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1412965206180981004 URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/disclosure-in-employment-epilepsy-and-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-ada/ LOCATION:MN END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T190000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200423T191349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200423T191558Z UID:37784-1588183200-1588186800@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Nystrom & Associates Presents: Staying Mentally Healthy During Covid-19 DESCRIPTION:Nystrom & Associates is hosting a FREE Facebook Live event!  Join Us Wednesday\, April 29th at 6pm for Nystrom Live on Facebook.\n\nSarah Gross\, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker\, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapist speaks on self-care during the COVID-19 crisis\n\n \n\n Self-care tips during self-isolation\n Helpful relaxation tools\n Absolutely Free!!\n\n \n\n**This is not an Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota event.** URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/nystrom-associates-presents-staying-mentally-healthy-during-covid-19/ LOCATION:MN CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200430T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200430T170000 DTSTAMP:20260428T103524 CREATED:20200423T162746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200423T163634Z UID:37780-1588262400-1588266000@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org SUMMARY:Virtual Teen Connect - Pictionary DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nIn order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible\, we need a few things from you.\n\nBefore registering for this group\, please make sure you have the following:\n\n 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.\n 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.\n 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. URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/virtual-teen-connect-pictionary/ LOCATION:MN CATEGORIES:Duluth Region,Fargo/Moorhead Region,Rochester Region,St Cloud Region,Twin Cities Region END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR