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Skip to content For the latest EFMN updates during COVID-19 pandemic, click here . About EFMN About EFMN Contact Us Calendar Where We Serve Staff & Board Careers Organization Reports Blog About Epilepsy About Epilepsy What Is Epilepsy? For Parents & Caregivers For Newly Diagnosed For Educators Treatment Options Seizure First Aid SUDEP Driving Research & Innovation Support & Training Support & Training Information Services Resource Library Trainings & Webinars Seizure Smart Schools Classroom Kits Employment Services Grant Programs Connect With Others Connect With Others Connect Groups Social Events Shining Stars Camp Programs Make A Difference Make A Difference Ways to Give Champion Circle Fundraising Events Advocacy Volunteer Donate Used Goods Make a Financial Contribution Search Donate Used Goods Search Search Close 2020 EFMN Neighborhood Walk | Walk Locally. Rally Online. More Information Give Information Services Commitment to Racial Equity Our Guiding Philosophy: Educate Seizure trainings for your school, workplace, and community at no cost. Connect No one should face epilepsy alone; meet people who understand what you’re going through. Empower Take back control with access to the information and advice you need. Help When You Need It No one should face epilepsy alone. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with epilepsy for years, we’re here to support you. 1:1 Support Seizure First Aid Request a Training Upcoming Events View all events 09 Jun Teen Connect Group: Virtual Hang Out Stay connected during this “safe at home” time and join EFMN’s Teen Connect Group for a virtual gathering and hang out! Teens (13-18 years old) living with epilepsy are invited to sign in to play games, share recommendations, and more while creating connections with peers from across MN, eastern ND, See Event Details 10 Jun Seizure Smart Seniors and Caregivers Webinar One in ten people will have a seizure in their lifetime. Do you know how to recognize a seizure and respond to one? This training will cover how to recognize a seizure and be able to distinguish this from other behaviors, increase knowledge about the prevalence of seizures among the See Event Details 11 Jun Virtual Caregiver Connect Group: Adapting to Summer We welcome parents, caregivers, and guardians of children with epilepsy to connect and share with one another the challenges and victories that you are experiencing along this part of your epilepsy journey. In order to ensure we can provide the best experience possible, we need a few things from you. See Event Details View FullCalendar Dive in Deeper We offer a wide variety of programs and services for youth and adults across our service region. Seizure Smart Schools Trainings & Workshops Advocacy Thriving with Epilepsy May 19, 2020 PaKong Lee – Balancing Cultural Traditions with Modern Science In addition to visits to a neurologist, PaKong’s family, who immigrated to the US in the 1990’s as refugees, held traditional Hmong values and beliefs when it came to Western medicine, treatment, and seizures. April 20, 2020 Kaya Koball – Finding the Right Treatment Plan *Always consult with your doctor before making any changes to your treatment plan or diet. There are many hidden elements to an epilepsy diagnosis. Those on the outside may think of seizures when they hear a friend or family member has epilepsy. But those close by know epilepsy is so Ways You Can Help Your gift helps us educate, connect, and empower those with epilepsy and their families. 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