Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario

UPLIFT for Adults
2023-09-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
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.

Seizing Hope Screening and Q&A panel
2023-11-09 17:30 - 19:30 | South London Neighbourhood Resource Centre, 1119 Jalna Blvd, London, Ontairo, N6E 3B3, Canada
Join ESWO’s Holly O’Neill, Dr. Andrea Andrade, Dr. Maryam Nouri, Dr. Sandrine deRibaupierre, and Michelle Kregel NP, in the viewing of “Seizing Hope”. Seizing Hope is a 30-minute documentary that follows stories of four families with children who have pediatric Drug-Resistant Epilepsy (DRE), to shed light on their journey, while educating families and doctors on the options offered by different technologies, specifically for the brain, in complement or as an alternative to treatment with medication.

Virtual Teen Social Group
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.

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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London Holiday Party
2023-12-20 16:00 - 19:00 | East Lions Community Centre, 1731 Churchill Ave, London, Ontario, N5W 5P4, Canada
Join us for an end-of-the-year family-friendly celebration of the winter season at the East Lions Community Center in London on December 20th. Our social worker Holly will be hosting winter-themed games, crafts, and activities.
No need to RSVP – simply drop in when you can between 4:00 – 7:00pm. Hope to see you there!

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.

Seize the Day London - Graham Family Eco Park
2024-09-29 09:00 - 13:00 | Graham Family Eco-Park, 16033 Medway Rd, Arva, Ontario, N0M 1C0, Canada
Join ESWO to Celebrate the 11th Anniversary of Seize the Day
Join us on Sunday, September 29th, 2024, as Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario (ESWO) hosts our Annual Seize the Day Fundraiser at Graham Family Eco Park! All proceeds will support vital services for individuals living with epilepsy, their families, and their communities throughout Southwestern Ontario.
This family-friendly event kicks off at 10:00 am and features a 5K run and a 2.5K walk, followed by a delicious BBQ.
Whether you’re participating to honor a loved one, support those affected by epilepsy, or help raise awareness, we invite you to be part of this special day. Let’s surpass last year’s success and celebrate our amazing purple community!
Join us in showing those living with epilepsy that they are not alone. Let’s make every step count!
To learn more check out our Seize the Day London page.
To register for our run please check out our Race Roster website.

Purple Playdate Event
2025-03-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Byron Optimist Community Centre, 1308 Norman Ave, London, Ontario, N6K 2A3, Canada
The event is a ‘Purple Playdate Event’ in which families can come together, have fun and learn about epilepsy. It will be held at Byron Optimist Community Centre, 1308 Norman Ave, London, ON N6K2A3, from 10am – 2pm on March 29, 2025. The event will include door prizes, kids games, and opportunities to learn about epilepsy and seizure first aid.
Proceeds from this event will go to Purple Toque’s used to cover patients’ heads after a medical exam called electroencephalograph (EEG), and Epilepsy Education costs at Epilepsy Southwestern Ontario.
Don’t forget to WEAR PURPLE! Wear purple and be entered to win prizes!

Seize the Day London
2025-09-28 10:00 - 14:00 | Graham Family Eco-Park, 16033 Medway Rd, Arva, Ontario, N0M 1C0, Canada
ESWO invites you to join us on Sunday, September 28th, 2025, for the 12th Anniversary of our Annual Seize the Day Fundraiser at Graham Family Eco Park.
All funds raised will directly support vital programs and services for individuals living with epilepsy, their families, and communities across Southwestern Ontario.
