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SUMMARY:EFMN In Person Connect Group
DESCRIPTION:Adults 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. This group gathers in the meeting room at FM Area Foundation. If you have questions\, please contact Outreach Manager Lisa Necastro at lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651.287.2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/efmn-in-person-connect-group-4/
LOCATION:FM Area Foundation\, 409 7th St. S\, Fargo\, ND\, 58103
CATEGORIES:Northwest
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Necastro":MAILTO:lisa.necastro@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260303T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T180817Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T183000
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DTSTAMP:20260414T191421
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T175716Z
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SUMMARY:Young Adult Connect
DESCRIPTION: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 651-287-2319.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/young-adult-connect-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T190000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T194904Z
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SUMMARY:Partners of Someone with Epilepsy Peer Led Connect
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-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191421
CREATED:20260213T182040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T182706Z
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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-3/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260310T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191421
CREATED:20260217T171610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T172626Z
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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.\nFind them on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/parentswithepilepsy/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parenting-with-epilepsy-peer-led-connect-group-9/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T180000
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CREATED:20260217T170529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T134156Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER- Duluth Area Adults with Epilepsy In Person Peer Led Connect Group
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-in-person-peer-led-connect-group/
LOCATION:Caribou Coffee – Duluth\, 2100 London Rd\, Duluth\, MN\, 55812\, United States
CATEGORIES:Northeast
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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-2/
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). enlace de zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82188284802
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/spanish-connect-group-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191421
CREATED:20260204T180727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T181721Z
UID:55864-1773945000-1773948600@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 Necastro at Lisa.necastro@efmn.org or 651-287-2358.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/parent-caregiver-connect-group-13/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Necastro":MAILTO:lisa.necastro@efmn.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260323T190000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191421
CREATED:20260309T174122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T174141Z
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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.\n\nRefreshments are provided and attendees are encouraged to ask about transportation assistance if needed. Reach out to barb.epilepsyadvocate@gmail.com with questions.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/eeg-epilepsy-advocates-monthly-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Burger King Meeting Room\, 808 W. Washington St.\, Brainerd\, MN\, 56425\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260414T191421
CREATED:20260204T183433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T184633Z
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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 Lisa Peterson at Lisa.peterson@efmn.org or 218-624-1330.
URL:https://www.epilepsyfoundationmn.org/event/adult-connect-group-17/
LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Lisa Peterson":MAILTO:lisa.peterson@efmn.org
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