Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario

Virtual Caregiver Support Group
2023-07-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-07-31 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)
Making connections and building meaningful relationships can be an important part of living a happy and healthy life. Epilepsy can sometimes pose a barrier for people and make it more challenging to establish meaningful relationships. Our virtual support group meets bi-weekly on Mondays from 6:00 -7:00 pm
This is a drop-in group with weekly planned topics to facilitate conversation about issues that are important to people living with epilepsy. Our hope is to provide a space for our community members to meet others with epilepsy and have an opportunity to share their experiences and coping strategies. If you are interested in this session or future sessions, email holly@epilepsyswo.ca to register.

Virtual Adult Support Group
2023-07-18 13:00 - 14:00
Making connections and building meaningful relationships can be an important part of living a happy and healthy life. Epilepsy can sometimes pose a barrier for people and make it more challenging to establish meaningful relationships. Our virtual support group meets bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 1:00 – 2:00 pm.
This is a drop-in group with weekly planned topics to facilitate conversation about issues that are important to people living with epilepsy. Our hope is to provide a space for our community members to meet others with epilepsy and have an opportunity to share their experiences and coping strategies. If you are interested in this session or future sessions, email holly@epilepsyswo.ca to register.

UPLIFT for Caregivers
2023-07-13 12:00 - 13:00
UPLIFT is a free, eight-week skill-building program to support people in developing coping strategies to deal with stress, through mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy. Participants meet once a week for one hour with groups of 5-8 people over Zoom. Commitment to attend each session is required to benefit from the program, as well as to ensure the group dynamic remains intact.
ESWO will host an UPLIFT session for those who are caregivers of individuals living with epilepsy.
Email Sandra@epilepsyswo.ca or Lori@epilepsyswo.ca to register.

Virtual Teen Social Group
2023-08-17 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-11-16 18:30 - 19:30
Teens with epilepsy and their siblings between the ages of 13-17 are welcome to join us for games and conversation over Zoom. This is a great opportunity to meet peers with epilepsy and to have fun getting to know each other. If you are interested in this session or future sessions, email holly@epilepsyswo.ca to register.

UPLIFT for Adults
2023-09-21 12:00 - 13:00
UPLIFT is a free, eight-week skill-building program to support people in developing coping strategies to deal with stress, through mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy. Participants meet once a week for one hour with groups of 5-8 people over Zoom. Commitment to attend each session is required to benefit from the program, as well as to ensure the group dynamic remains intact.
ESWO will host an UPLIFT session for adults who are living with epilepsy.
Email holly@epilepsyswo.ca to register.

Seize the Day London - Graham Family Eco Park
2023-09-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Graham Family Eco-Park, 16033 Medway Rd, Arva, Ontario, N0M 1C0, Canada
Taking Steps to Raise Epilepsy Awareness
Join ESWO to Celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Seize the Day
On Sunday, September 24th, 2023, Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) will hold our Annual Seize the Day Fundraiser at Graham Family Eco Park! All funds raised will help to provide support and educational services for people living with epilepsy, their families, and their communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.
This year we are hosting a party-theme to celebrate the 10th anniversary of this event! We encourage you to join us in-person or virtually wearing your best party costume!
This family fun event will start at 10:30am, include a run and walk, followed by a BBQ.
Whether you are participating to honour a loved one, support those affected by epilepsy, or simply just want to help raise awareness, we invite you to join us for this special occasion. Let’s make this year even bigger than the last, and celebrate our awesome purple community!
We hope you can join us to show people living with epilepsy that they are not alone! Let’s make every step count!

Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities Webinar
2023-10-24 12:00 - 13:00
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario will be hosting representatives from the Assistance for Children with Severe Disabilities program for an online webinar. All are welcome to attend to learn more about the ACSD program, and its eligibility and to ask questions.
Save the date for October 24th from 12-1 p.m. and contact holly@epilepsyswo.ca to register and receive the Zoom link.

Virtual Teen Social Group
2023-11-16 18:30 - 19:30
Save the Date! Our Social Worker Holly will be hosting a teen (ages 13-18) get-together on Thursday, November 16th from 6:30-7:30pm over Zoom for games and conversation. This virtual event is open to teens with epilepsy and friends/family of the same age range. We’ll play Guess that Emoji, Never Have I Ever, Read My Lips, and Name, Place, Animal, Thing.
Email holly@epilepsyswo.ca for the Zoom link.

Giving Tuesday
2023-11-28
Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario invites the community to join our #TakeAMoment Campaign. This Giving Tuesday, pause and reflect on how you can make a positive impact in the lives of others.
At Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario, our services are self-funded, with no government assistance. We heavily rely on fundraising, donations, and community support to provide essential information, education, and support to individuals and families affected by epilepsy.
The community is the driving force that transforms living with epilepsy into thriving with epilepsy.
Whether through a monthly commitment or a one-time donation, every dollar plays a crucial role in ensuring accessibility for individuals living with epilepsy. No matter the size, every gift makes a significant difference!
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UPLIFT for Caregivers
2024-01-23 12:00 - 13:00
UPLIFT is a free, eight-week skill-building program to support people in developing coping strategies to deal with stress, through mindfulness and cognitive behavioural therapy. Participants meet once a week for one hour with groups of 5-8 people over Zoom. Commitment to attend each session is required to benefit from the program, as well as to ensure the group dynamic remains intact.
ESWO will host an UPLIFT session for those who are caregivers of individuals living with epilepsy.
Email Sandra@epilepsyswo.ca to register.
