Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

🏕️ 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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

The 2026 Walk Playlist is officially in the works 🎶And we want YOU on it.

💜What song gets you moving?
💜What track tells your “why”?
💜What’s your go-to hype song?

Drop your picks below 👇 and help us build the ultimate walk-day soundtrack!!

Did you hear? WALK REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 🤩

Every step makes a difference. Join us for the 2026 walk season and help raise awareness for our community. Gather your friends and family and be part of something meaningful—we can’t wait to walk alongside you! 💜

Register now: EFMN.org/join-the-mission/walk

We’re so close, just 5 more monthly donors to go! If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, this is the moment. When you sign up as a new monthly donor by end of the day tomorrow (April 30), your gift will be matched 100% for the rest of 2026.

And there’s more... If we reach our goal of 5 more monthly donors by the end of the day tomorrow, our Professional Advisory Board will unlock an additional $5,000 to support Minnesotans living with epilepsy.

Even a small monthly gift adds up to something powerful. It helps ensure no one has to navigate epilepsy alone. Setup your monthly gift by selecting 'Monthly' under 'Gift Type' in our online form: efmn.org/join-the-mission

If you’ve been waiting for a sign, this is it! Let’s cross the finish line together and change lives. 💜