Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

08/06/2026

Walk season is HERE and we want to know… what is YOUR team bringing to the event this year?! 👟💜

Are you:
✨ Designing matching team shirts?
🎉 Coming up with a creative walk team name?
📣 Making signs?

We LOVE seeing the creativity, connection, and community each team brings to our walks. Drop your emoji in the comments! 👇 We can’t wait to see everyone!

Come walk with us! p2p.onecause.com/efmnunitedinepilepsywalks

05/06/2026

⏰ Last chance! Camp Oz registration closes on MONDAY! 💜🏕️

Don’t miss out on an unforgettable camp experience filled with friendship, fun activities, confidence-building, and a community that understands. Whether it’s campfires, games, swimming, or making lifelong memories, camp is a place where everyone belongs.

If you’ve been thinking about registering, now is the time! Join the fun: efmn.org/connect/camp-programs

04/06/2026

"In May, the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota hosted its inaugural EpiForum, bringing together clinicians, researchers, healthcare leaders, and industry partners for an evening focused on Emerging Technologies in Epilepsy Care.

The event created an opportunity for healthcare partners across the epilepsy community to connect, share ideas, and discuss how innovation is transforming the future of epilepsy treatment, monitoring, and patient care"

Read more about this event over on our blog:

EFMN's 2026 Spring EpiForum, brought together clinicians, researchers, healthcare leaders, and industry partners for an evening focused on emerging technologies in epilepsy care.

03/06/2026

🏕️ Camp countdown is ON… and registration closes JUNE 8! 💜

There’s still time to join us for an unforgettable camp experience filled with new friendships, outdoor adventures, camp traditions, and a community that understands. Siblings are invited too!

If camp has been on your mind, don’t wait too long… registration will be closing soon! efmncamps.campbrainregistration.com

Financial Assistance is available.

29/05/2026

Women’s Health Month is a reminder that informed care matters, especially for women living with epilepsy. 💜

For people managing seizures during pregnancy, understanding anti-seizure medications and available support resources can help make informed decisions alongside your care team. This Clinician’s Corner by Dr. Patricia Penovich explores what pregnancy registries are, why they matter, and how they help improve epilepsy care for expecting mothers.

Read the article here: efmn.org/2026/04/01/what-is-a-pregnancy-registry-and-why-it-matters-in-epilepsy-care/

You can also explore additional information about anti-seizure medications during pregnancy from the Epilepsy Foundation: epilepsy.com/stories/anti-seizure-medications-during-pregnancy

More than a million women with epilepsy are of childbearing age in the United States. Each year, 20,000 babies are born to women living with epilepsy. The fetus, or unborn baby, is exposed to anti-seizure medications in one of every 50 pregnancies.

28/05/2026

Mental health support can make a life-changing difference and help is available. 💜

Whether you’re living with epilepsy, caring for a loved one, newly diagnosed, or simply looking for support and answers, the helpline is here for you every step of the way.

📞 Support. Resources. Someone to listen. 1-800-332-1000

Epilepsy Foundation of America

27/05/2026

EFMN Staff Led Connect Groups are a space to connect with others who understand the challenges and experiences that come with epilepsy. Whether you’re living with epilepsy, supporting a loved one, or looking for community and encouragement, these groups offer a welcoming place to share, listen, and support one another.

Real conversations. Real connections. Real support.

Learn more and find a group that fits you! efmn.org/connect/connect-groups

13/05/2026

What a FUN day at Thumper Pond on Saturday! 💦

We had so much fun spending the day together; swimming, playing, laughing, connecting, and making memories with an amazing group of families and community members. The turnout was incredible, and it was so special seeing everyone enjoy the water, activities, and time together! Thank you to everyone who came out and made the day such a blast. We loved every minute of it! We can't wait for next year! 💜

If you'd like to stay in the know about events hosted by EFMN, be sure to subscribe to our emails! We'd hate for you to miss out on all the fun. 👉efmn.org

12/05/2026

Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota was proud to have staff and advocates attending the Epilepsy Foundation of America Public Policy Institute in Washington, D.C. last week. 💜

The event brought together epilepsy advocates, affiliate staff, and community members from across the country for several days of learning, networking, and advocacy focused on improving the lives of people impacted by epilepsy.

Minnesota attendees joined legislative meetings with staff from the offices of Amy Klobuchar, Tina Smith, and Ilhan Omar to discuss key legislative priorities, including the National Plan for Epilepsy. Advocates also shared personal stories and experiences to help highlight the real impact epilepsy has on individuals and families across Minnesota.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to have EFMN represented on Capitol Hill and to continue raising awareness, building connections, and advocating for meaningful change for the epilepsy community.

07/05/2026

This week, Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota hosted our first EpiForum, bringing together clinicians, researchers, and industry partners for an important conversation around the topic: Emerging Technologies in Epilepsy Care.

We were honored to welcome guest speakers Gregory A. Worrell, M.D., Ph.D. and Aisha Abdulrazaq, M.D. as they shared their expertise in how advances in neuromodulation and data-driven approaches are shaping the future of epilepsy care.

A huge thank you to our guest speakers, facilitator Sandipan Pati, M.D., planning committee members, sponsors, and everyone who joined us to learn, connect, and support the mission of the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota.

Conversations like these help move us closer to a future with better outcomes, more personalized care, and improved quality of life for people impacted by epilepsy.