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 […]
TTest 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 […]
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 […]
We invite children ages 7-13, who have a sibling with epilepsy, to join our virtual meet-up and sibling support group. Participants will have the opportunity to meet other kids who have a sibling with epilepsy, share their experiences and connect! This group is facilitated by Epilepsy Toronto’s Children and Youth Services Department. To register your […]
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. Please check in with John, our Recreation Manager, to confirm the location for this week. 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 […]
TTest 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 […]
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 positively. When done […]
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 […]
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. Please check in with John, our Recreation Manager, to confirm the location for this week. 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 […]
What percentage of communication is non verbal? Vocal? Verbal? You might be surprised. Join us as we roll out the latest in our soft skills workshop series as Gloria Pickersgill delves into some communication tips and tricks which are sure to provide some insights when it comes to both team building and job seeking. If […]
TTest 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 […]
The Epilepsy Fundamentals workshop provides an overview of what epilepsy is, what it looks like, and how it may affect you. The workshop will cover the most common types of seizures, and seizure first aid and explore common misconceptions related to epilepsy. If you have more questions about this workshop, please contact: [email protected]
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 […]
The Epilepsy Toronto Adult (ETA) Support Group is for Adult Service clients who are new to the Epilepsy Toronto community. Whether you are recently diagnosed or have lived with epilepsy for many years but are new to Epilepsy Toronto, this group offers you an opportunity to share your feelings and concerns and to learn more […]
One of the key things that distinguishes epilepsy from other conditions is the fact that it seldom "stands alone." Whether it's depression, learning disabilities, anxiety or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), there is usually some other condition that exists alongside epilepsy. This workshop will explore how two conditions intersect with each other, the issues this […]
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 […]
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. Please check in with John, our Recreation Manager, to confirm the location for this week. 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 […]
TTest 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 […]
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. If you have question about this upcoming workshop please […]
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 […]
The New & Expecting Parents Meet-Up is especially for people living with epilepsy who are considering becoming parents, are having children or have recently become parents. It's a chance to share fears, concerns and experiences. It's also an opportunity to get up-to-date and relevant information from one another and from group facilitator, Adult Services Director, […]
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 […]
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. Please check in with John, our Recreation Manager, to confirm the location for this week. 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 […]
TTest 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 […]
Behaviour challenges are common among children with epilepsy. In partnership with Surrey Place, join us to learn practical strategies to address these challenging behaviours. Participants will learn how to implement Collaborative Problem Solving, an evidence-based model for solving concerning behaviours through a proactive and relational approach. This 5-week group will be co-facilitated by our Certified Child Life Specialist, Elana Ellison, and Heather Tarco, a Senior Behaviour Therapist […]
Have you ever found yourself wondering if you should apply for that job or not? How many times have you come across a job posting with content you don't understand? Join us for this new workshop where we show you how to deconstruct a job posting into information that is easily understood. If you have […]
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 […]
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. Please check in with John, our Recreation Manager, to confirm the location for this week. 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 […]
