This is the first step of a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with the skills they need to successfully navigate today's job market. Welcome to the Job Seekers Program! Facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department.For more information on how to join this workshop, please speak with […]
The Epilepsy Fundamentals workshop provides an overview of what epilepsy is, what it looks like, and how it may affect you in the workplace. The workshop will cover the most common types of seizures, seizure first aid and explore common misconceptions related to epilepsy. This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department […]
Are you a working professional living with epilepsy? Come out to our monthly virtual group and meet others with similar interests and experiences. Share your thoughts on life with epilepsy and offer and receive support while enjoying great company!This group is facilitated by Rosie Smith, Director of Epilepsy Toronto's Adult Services Department and alternates between […]
Test your knowledge of all things trivial, at our interactive weekly Trivia Night! Join Recreation Group Coordinator, John Spataro, as he leads the games and the fun. Invite your family or household members to join in too - everyone is welcome!Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake […]
Have you ever read a job posting and wondered if this job is for you, or come across a job posting with content you didn't understand? This workshop will show you how to deconstruct a job posting into information that is easily understood. This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is […]
Turn 'hump day' into BINGO DAY with weekly Wednesday afternoon Bingo! What better way to add some fun to the middle of your week? Join Recreation Manager, John Spataro and your friends at Epilepsy Toronto for a fun-filled afternoon.Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form to be […]
Are you looking to meet other young adults who have epilepsy, to share stories, resources, and concerns? The Young Adults Support Group is a place where individuals with epilepsy can connect with other individuals while in an encouraging, supportive and empowering environment. Talking to other individuals with similar stories and experiences has proven to be […]
Epilepsy Employment Group (EEG) is a Job Search Support Group for people living with epilepsy. This group is meeting online via Zoom regularly every Thursday afternoon. Meetings will alternate between a featured topic and a general discussion. Join in and meet some new people, swap points of view, and learn a thing or two! What […]
UPLIFT stands for "Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts”. It is a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy program that improves depression, and overall psychological quality of life. Groups of 5-8 adults meet virtually for an hour once a week for 8 weeks. The sessions teach valuable coping strategies and topics that include: coping and […]
Are you craving some social time with old friends, or a chance to make some new ones? Join John Spataro, on Thursdays at 7pm for an online Social Club. A chance to connect with other members of the Epilepsy Toronto community, engage in lively conversations, catch up with old friends or maybe make new ones. Come drop […]
The Friday Recreation Group alternates between in-person and online meetings weekly. This week will be an ONLINE meeting. Having epilepsy can be pretty isolating, especially for those who have frequent uncontrolled seizures. Due to the severe impact of epilepsy, some people are unable to work full-time. If you are interested in hanging out with others on […]
Many people with epilepsy live with memory issues. This workshop provides an overview of some of the most common types of memory issues and how they might affect you in the workplace. Then dives into some accommodations that can help overcome the challenges memory issues present. This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment […]
We all know about the different parts of job search, but how can you make them work for you? The Job Search Strategy workshop covers what things to consider when looking for a job including the types of employers, how to tap the job market and how to create a 90-day job search plan that […]
Test your knowledge of all things trivial, at our interactive weekly Trivia Night! Join Recreation Group Coordinator, John Spataro, as he leads the games and the fun. Invite your family or household members to join in too - everyone is welcome!Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake […]
UPLIFT stands for "Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts”. It is a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy program that improves depression, and overall psychological quality of life. Groups of 5-8 adults meet virtually for an hour once a week for 8 weeks. The sessions teach valuable coping strategies and topics that include: coping and […]
Think writing a resume is all about what you did and where you worked? Think again! Learn all about resume styles as well as do’s and don’ts for job finding, especially while living with epilepsy.This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week […]
Turn 'hump day' into BINGO DAY with weekly Wednesday afternoon Bingo! What better way to add some fun to the middle of your week? Join Recreation Manager, John Spataro and your friends at Epilepsy Toronto for a fun-filled afternoon.Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form to be […]
Epilepsy Employment Group (EEG) is a Job Search Support Group for people living with epilepsy. This group is meeting online via Zoom regularly every Thursday afternoon. Meetings will alternate between a featured topic and a general discussion. Join in and meet some new people, swap points of view, and learn a thing or two! What […]
Children ages 7-13, who have a sibling with epilepsy, are invited to join our virtual meet-up and sibling support workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to: Meet other kids who have a sibling with epilepsy. Learn about epilepsy in a fun, age-appropriate way. Share experiences and connect through games and hands-on activities. If you are […]
Are you craving some social time with old friends, or a chance to make some new ones? Join John Spataro, on Thursdays at 7pm for an online Social Club. A chance to connect with other members of the Epilepsy Toronto community, engage in lively conversations, catch up with old friends or maybe make new ones. Come drop […]
The Friday Recreation Group alternates between in-person and online meetings weekly. This week will be an IN-PERSON meeting. Having epilepsy can be pretty isolating, especially for those who have frequent uncontrolled seizures. Due to the severe impact of epilepsy, some people are unable to work full-time. If you are interested in hanging out with others […]
If you thought your written introduction to employers started and finished with the resume, think again. In this workshop, we offer you practical tips on writing cover letters that get noticed.This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week employment program that equips […]
Are you looking for an opportunity to connect with other adults living with epilepsy, learn more about epilepsy and share your feelings and concerns in a warm and supportive environment? If so, then the Adults With Epilepsy (AWE) Support Group may be just what you need. Wondering if this group is a good fit for […]
In this workshop, participants of our Job Seekers Program will learn tips and tricks for creating a slick and professional LinkedIn profile.This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job Seekers Program: a four-week employment program that equips job seekers living with epilepsy and related conditions, with […]
Test your knowledge of all things trivial, at our interactive weekly Trivia Night! Join Recreation Group Coordinator, John Spataro, as he leads the games and the fun. Invite your family or household members to join in too - everyone is welcome!Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake […]
Did you know that the majority of jobs are NEVER advertised? Networking remains the number one way to find meaningful work. This workshop will include insights on how to conduct informational interviews, other useful news you can use, and how to network in the ‘new normal’.This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services […]
Turn 'hump day' into BINGO DAY with weekly Wednesday afternoon Bingo! What better way to add some fun to the middle of your week? Join Recreation Manager, John Spataro and your friends at Epilepsy Toronto for a fun-filled afternoon.Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form to be […]
Hosted in partnership with Toronto Western Hospital’s Epilepsy Program. This group seeks to bring together people with epilepsy who have done surgery with those who are considering surgery as a treatment option. The decision to do brain surgery is a complex one; one that has to be weighed in light of risks vs benefits. Connecting […]
Epilepsy Employment Group (EEG) is a Job Search Support Group for people living with epilepsy. This group is meeting online via Zoom regularly every Thursday afternoon. Meetings will alternate between a featured topic and a general discussion. Join in and meet some new people, swap points of view, and learn a thing or two! What […]
UPLIFT stands for "Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts”. It is a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy program that improves depression, and overall psychological quality of life. Groups of 5-8 adults meet virtually for an hour once a week for 8 weeks. The sessions teach valuable coping strategies and topics that include: coping and […]
Are you craving some social time with old friends, or a chance to make some new ones? Join John Spataro, on Thursdays at 7pm for an online Social Club. A chance to connect with other members of the Epilepsy Toronto community, engage in lively conversations, catch up with old friends or maybe make new ones. Come drop […]
Have you, or a loved one, been diagnosed with functional seizures (also known as Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures, PNES, stress seizures, or dissociative seizures)? Epilepsy Toronto is developing programming for people with these types of seizures, starting with an education session called Let's Talk About Functional Seizures. In this virtual session you will learn about: what […]
The Friday Recreation Group alternates between in-person and online meetings weekly. This week will be an IN-PERSON meeting. Having epilepsy can be pretty isolating, especially for those who have frequent uncontrolled seizures. Due to the severe impact of epilepsy, some people are unable to work full-time. If you are interested in hanging out with others […]
Interviews can be nerve-racking for everyone and especially for people living with epilepsy. In this workshop, participants of our Job Seekers Program will learn about the different types of job interviews and practical tips to help them ace them.This workshop is facilitated by the Epilepsy Toronto Employment Services Department and is part of the Job […]
Test your knowledge of all things trivial, at our interactive weekly Trivia Night! Join Recreation Group Coordinator, John Spataro, as he leads the games and the fun. Invite your family or household members to join in too - everyone is welcome!Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake […]
Turn 'hump day' into BINGO DAY with weekly Wednesday afternoon Bingo! What better way to add some fun to the middle of your week? Join Recreation Manager, John Spataro and your friends at Epilepsy Toronto for a fun-filled afternoon.Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form to be […]
Epilepsy Employment Group (EEG) is a Job Search Support Group for people living with epilepsy. This group is meeting online via Zoom regularly every Thursday afternoon. Meetings will alternate between a featured topic and a general discussion. Join in and meet some new people, swap points of view, and learn a thing or two! What […]
UPLIFT stands for "Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts”. It is a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy program that improves depression, and overall psychological quality of life. Groups of 5-8 adults meet virtually for an hour once a week for 8 weeks. The sessions teach valuable coping strategies and topics that include: coping and […]
Epilepsy Toronto AGM The Epilepsy Toronto Board of Directors and staff are thrilled to welcome author, Registered Social Work, mother and advocate, Jennifer Nunes to be our guest speaker at our Annual General Meeting this year.'Making it to Monday', Jennifer's Amazon best-selling book, is an emotional memoir that chronicles the road to recovery following her […]
The Friday Recreation Group alternates between in-person and online meetings weekly. This week will be an IN-PERSON meeting. Having epilepsy can be pretty isolating, especially for those who have frequent uncontrolled seizures. Due to the severe impact of epilepsy, some people are unable to work full-time. If you are interested in hanging out with others […]
Many people with invisible disabilities are challenged by when and how to reveal their disabilities on the job, if at all. So the question becomes, who do I tell, for what purpose, how and when? This workshop talks about strategies and solutions for overcoming the disclosure dilemma and how to frame disclosure in a positive […]
Welcome to the CHAT GPT workshop on Job Search Prompts! Whether you're a recent graduate, a seasoned professional, or someone looking to switch careers, this workshop is designed to help you succeed in the job market. The focus will be to provide you with practical examples of ChatGPT prompts that will lead you to great results […]
Test your knowledge of all things trivial, at our interactive weekly Trivia Night! Join Recreation Group Coordinator, John Spataro, as he leads the games and the fun. Invite your family or household members to join in too - everyone is welcome!Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake […]
Turn 'hump day' into BINGO DAY with weekly Wednesday afternoon Bingo! What better way to add some fun to the middle of your week? Join Recreation Manager, John Spataro and your friends at Epilepsy Toronto for a fun-filled afternoon.Interested in joining this group? Please speak with your Epilepsy Toronto counsellor or complete an intake form to be […]
This group is currently taking place online through Zoom. A support group for parents of adults living with epilepsy. This support group is led by a peer facilitator and welcomes new participants to join in and learn from other parents who "get it." Access peer support, learn about helpful resources and connect with other caregivers through sharing experiences. For more information email us at info@epilepsytoronto.org. For […]
Epilepsy Employment Group (EEG) is a Job Search Support Group for people living with epilepsy. This group is meeting online via Zoom regularly every Thursday afternoon. Meetings will alternate between a featured topic and a general discussion. Join in and meet some new people, swap points of view, and learn a thing or two! What […]
UPLIFT stands for "Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts”. It is a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy program that improves depression, and overall psychological quality of life. Groups of 5-8 adults meet virtually for an hour once a week for 8 weeks. The sessions teach valuable coping strategies and topics that include: coping and […]
Are you craving some social time with old friends, or a chance to make some new ones? Join John Spataro, on Thursdays at 7pm for an online Social Club. A chance to connect with other members of the Epilepsy Toronto community, engage in lively conversations, catch up with old friends or maybe make new ones. Come drop […]
The Friday Recreation Group alternates between in-person and online meetings weekly. This week will be an ONLINE meeting. Having epilepsy can be pretty isolating, especially for those who have frequent uncontrolled seizures. Due to the severe impact of epilepsy, some people are unable to work full-time. If you are interested in hanging out with others on […]
