Community members of all ages impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN for an opportunity to learn how to recognize and respond to seizures, enjoy a pizza dinner, and connect with others impacted by epilepsy. Games and kids-friendly activities will be available, and you're welcome to bring something to
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| 0 events, | 1 event, - | 1 event, - Families of children living with epilepsy are invited to gather together to connect with other families and enjoy a pizza party, arcade games, and a tumble gym. If you have any questions, please contact Outreach Manager, Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358. | 1 event, - Join other partners for an hour to discuss the highs and lows of your journey and hear from other significant others about how we best care for ourselves while caring for our loved ones with epilepsy. For questions, contact James Schaefer at james.schaefer84@gmail.com or 612.280.9643, JP Yorro at jpyorro@gmail.com or 917.543.8700 or Chris Merrill | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 1 event, - Join other parents/caregivers of a nonverbal child with epilepsy for a space to share your experiences and support and encourage one another. This meets quarterly over Zoom, and it is led by EFMN volunteer, Joel Virtue or Carissa Burns. To RSVP or ask questions, you can reach Joel by email | 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - Adults impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend this monthly peer-led in-person group to meet others who can relate to their experiences of managing epilepsy. The group will meet at an open table, guests are welcome to order their own food/beverage, and you can text any or the facilitators listed | 0 events, | 3 events, - Individuals impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join Babs Larson, retired librarian and author living with epilepsy to connect with others as part of creative writing group that meets monthly in Minneapolis at Mojo Coffee Gallery. Bring your notebook or computer, and food and beverage are available for purchase. Please - The annual Shining Stars event at Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America is an opportunity for families from across the state to come and meet others who have a child with epilepsy/seizures. Enjoy interactive activity stations including photo booth, art projects, STEM activities, games, food and Nickelodeon characters, followed - Join art therapist leaders at the Adler Graduate School Open Art Studio for bi-weekly sessions of creative expression and social engagement through art. Individuals living with epilepsy ages 12 and up can focus on their own artwork or follow guided projects using different art mediums each session. Family members over |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 1 event, - Adults parenting while living with epilepsy are invited to come together to meet others, share the triumphs and challenges of living with seizures and connect with those who understand the epilepsy journey. Significant others and children of the adult with epilepsy are welcome to join the meeting with their person. | 0 events, | 2 events, - Join Jenifer and Barb to connect with others impacted by epilepsy at their monthly meeting in Crosby and/or Brainerd. This is a safe space to share experiences and provide encouragement and support for one another. Build your network of support and learn more about epilepsy as create new connections. Please - 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 | 0 events, | 0 events, |
| 0 events, | 0 events, | 2 events, - La epilepsia puede ser una condición aislante sin el apoyo de otros, pero creemos que nadie debería tener que enfrentar la epilepsia solo. Esta reunión virtual es una oportunidad para conectarse con otras personas hispanohablantes, compartir experiencias y dar/recibir apoyo. Son bienvenidos personas con epilepsia, cuidadores, padres, u otros seres - The death of a loved one to epilepsy is one of the most difficult experiences you will face. EFMN invites you to attend our quarterly Peer-led Loss of Loved One Connect Group to find peer support, helpful resources, and a space to talk openly about your grief. We recognize that | 0 events, | 1 event, - 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 Erik Williams at Ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-262-9345. | 0 events, | 1 event, - Join art therapist leaders at the Adler Graduate School Open Art Studio for bi-weekly sessions of creative expression and social engagement through art. Individuals living with epilepsy ages 12 and up can focus on their own artwork or follow guided projects using different art mediums each session. Family members over |
| 0 events, | 1 event, - Join Jenifer and Barb to connect with others impacted by epilepsy at their monthly meeting in Crosby and/or Brainerd. This is a safe space to share experiences and provide encouragement and support for one another. Build your network of support and learn more about epilepsy as create new connections. Please | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, | 0 events, |