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SUMMARY:Parents/Caregivers of a Nonverbal Child with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Join other parents/caregivers of a nonverbal child with epilepsy for a space to share your experiences and support and encourage one another. This group meets quarterly over Zoom\, and it is led by EFMN volunteers Joel Virtue and Carissa Burns. To RSVP or ask questions\, you can reach Joel by email at joeljvirtue@gmail.com or text/call at (612) 730-0351  or Carissa at crpfarr@gmail.com or 612-644-9201  Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nonverbalepilepsykids
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parents-caregivers-of-a-nonverbal-child-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-2/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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SUMMARY:Moms Supporting Moms of Adult Children with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Moms of adult children with epilepsy are invited to attend this support group where moms of adult children come together and share their journey and experiences.  We support each by providing a safe space for everyone to express how they are feeling and share about the challenges and joys of being a parent of an adult child with epilepsy.   Please contact Shelly Torgerson at shellynd@yahoo.com or 701-381-2083 to RSVP or to ask questions.   Find them on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/1431507547698535
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/moms-supporting-moms-of-adult-children-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T190000
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DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260121T162516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163046Z
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SUMMARY:Partners of Someone with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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 or to RSVP\, contact James Schaefer at james.schaefer84@gmail.com or 612.280.9643\, Chris Merrill at cmerrill1@gmail.com or 612-805-1440.\n\nFind them on Facebook:\nhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1215068256936784/?rdid=X0aShBou5twD736b#
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/partners-of-someone-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-4/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260114T182806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T183226Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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\, please contact Erik at Ewilliams@efmn.org or 651-287-2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/teen-connect-group-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260121T163523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T163823Z
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SUMMARY:Parenting with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Adults parenting while living with epilepsy are\ninvited 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.   For questions or to RSVP\, please contact Kelly Schaefer at kelannschaefer@gmail.com or 952.412.1904 or KariAnn Buntrock at buntrock@bektel.com or 701.400.9017.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parenting-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-8/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T190000
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SUMMARY:Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect Group- In Person
DESCRIPTION:Adults impacted by epilepsy are welcome to attend this quarterly 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\, and guests are welcome to order their own food/beverage. Find them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1575034473435235 Facilitator: Desiree Gregorich: pugtekk@gmail.com\, 218-310-4885
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/duluth-area-adults-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-in-person/
LOCATION:Caribou Coffee – Duluth\, 2100 London Rd\, Duluth\, MN\, 55812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Duluth Region
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SUMMARY:Twin Cities Creative Writing Group Peer Led Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Anyone impacted by epilepsy who enjoys writing is welcome to join Babs Larson\, retired librarian and author living with epilepsy to connect with others for a self-directed creative writing group that meets monthly in Minneapolis. Bring your notebook or computer\, share with others about your writing\, and enjoy a coffee.  Please contact Babs Larson to RSVP or ask questions at babsandbeijing@icloud.com  or (612) 231-4373.  Babs will be in the lobby by 8:45 to welcome guests into the building\, and she can be reached by phone at 612) 231-4373. to allow access into the building for anyone who arrives after 9:00am.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/twin-cities-creative-writing-group-peer-led-connect-group/
LOCATION:Crescent Trace Apartment Building Meeting Room\, 1101 Main St. NE\, Minneapolis\, MN\, 55413\, United States
CATEGORIES:Twin Cities Region
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SUMMARY:Spanish Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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 queridos de alguien con epilepsia. Si tiene preguntas\, por favor contacte a Angela (651-368-6209\, llamada/texto).\n\n\nenlace de zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82188284802
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/spanish-connect-group-12/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260219T193000
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CREATED:20260114T192134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T192623Z
UID:55764-1771525800-1771529400@www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org
SUMMARY:Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parent-caregiver-connect-group-12/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Peterson":MAILTO:lisa.peterson@efmn.org
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DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260219T165302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T165616Z
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SUMMARY:EEG Epilepsy Advocates Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:This is a non EFMN community event hosted by a partner organization in the Brainerd Lakes area. Join them for their monthly meeting- EEG Epilepsy Advocates. February’s Focus\, Doctor Visits!\n\n 	How to Prepare\n 	What is Important\n 	What to mention\n 	How to track seizures\n 	What is a seizure diary\n 	Group discussion\n\nRefreshments are provided and attendees are encouraged to ask about transportation assistance if needed.\nReach out to barb.epilepsyadvocate@gmail.com with questions.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/eeg-epilepsy-advocates-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:Thabes Meeting Room- St. Joe’s Hospital\, 523 N. 3rd. St.\, Brainerd\, MN\, 56401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260224T183000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260115T192214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192825Z
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SUMMARY:Youth & Family Connect Playground Fun
DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to meet up at the Fargo Parks Sports Center indoor playground with inclusive features that provide fun for all abilities and offers kids a safe environment to play with their peers and siblings while parents share experiences with each other in regards to epilepsy. The playground fee is covered by EFMN. Please contact Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358 with any questions.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/youth-family-connect-playground-fun-2/
LOCATION:Fargo Parks Sports Center\, 6100 38th St. S\, Fargo\, ND\, 58104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northwest
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Necastro":MAILTO:lisa.necastro@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260202T190941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T191554Z
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SUMMARY:EFMN Social Hour in the Grand Rapids Area
DESCRIPTION:Individuals and families impacted by epilepsy are welcome to join EFMN between 4-6pm on Thursday\, February 26th at Smoke on the Water\nCo. in Coleraine for an opportunity to connect with others who can relate to your experiences of navigating the impacts of epilepsy.   Soup and\nsalad will be provided. Please RSVP to help us with planning.   If you have any questions\, please contact Lisa Peterson at lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218.624.1330.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/efmn-social-hour-in-the-grand-rapids-area/
LOCATION:Smoke on the Water Co.\, 94 Roosevelt Ave\, Coleraine\, MN\, 55722
CATEGORIES:Northeast
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Peterson":MAILTO:lisa.peterson@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102824
CREATED:20260114T193233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T144738Z
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SUMMARY:Adult Connect Group
DESCRIPTION: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 651-287-2319
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-connect-group-16/
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