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.
Upcoming Events
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Apr
Epilepsy & Seizure Disorders: Awareness, Networking & Mentoring in BLA
A place for people to share their experiences, their encouragement and support for one another and to network together. Supporting each other goes beyond just sending an encouraging message, which we do rely on through difficult stages in our journey and we allow this space for each other to steam
18
Apr
Parent/Caregiver Connect Group
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
22
Apr
Rochester Pizza Meet and Greet
Individuals and family members of all ages impacted by epilepsy are invited to join EFMN for pizza, games and conversation. Meet the new southern MN Outreach Manager. Please contact Jessica Devens-Rodning at Jessica.rodning@efmn.org or 651-287-2301 with any questions.
Dive in Deeper
We offer a wide variety of programs and services for youth and adults across our service region.
Thriving with Epilepsy
SUDEP: What is it? What can I do to reduce the risk of SUDEP? Why don’t we discuss SUDEP more?
What is it? Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) happens when a person with epilepsy who was otherwise healthy dies unexpectedly This sudden death does not happen because of a known injury, accident, drowning, seizure emergency such as status epilepticus, or another known cause. Although SUDEP has been reported for
Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota Announces Departure of Executive Director
BLOOMINGTON, MN, March 20, 2024 — The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota (EFMN) today announced the departure of Glen Lloyd, who has served as the organization’s Executive Director for four years. Under Glen’s leadership, EFMN has achieved significant milestones in advancing its mission to empower individuals and families affected by epilepsy.
Ways You Can Help
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