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 Functional Seizures 101. In this virtual session you will learn about: what functional seizures […]
Labour Market Information (LMI) is a useful tool for career planning and researching the labour market. This workshop walks you through occupational profiles, skill and educational requirements, related careers, and other topics to help you identify the career that's right for you!This online workshop is presented by Epilepsy Toronto’s Employment Services Department. To receive a […]
Due to safety concerns around Covid-19, this group has been moved online and will begin at 6:00 pm until further notice. 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 […]
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 general discussion. Please feel free to join in and meet some new people, swap points of view, and learn a thing […]
Job search got you down? Anxious about that upcoming job interview? Do you have a job but you're worried about disclosing your disability? Does the thought of having a seizure on the job stress you out? Then UPLIFT for Employment is for you! UPLIFT is a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy group for adults with epilepsy […]
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 […]
The Socially Distant Social Club is here for you! 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 Socially Distant Social Club. A chance to connect with other members of the Epilepsy Toronto community, engage in lively conversations, […]
The Friday Recreation Group is a social group that normally meets in person weekly, but due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, the group is meeting online via zoom until further notice. Having epilepsy can be pretty isolating especially for those who have frequent uncontrolled seizures. Due to the severe impact of epilepsy, some of these […]
Our Youth Support Group is an opportunity for teens, ages 14 - 17, living with epilepsy to meet, and connect. It will be a place to share lived experiences, gather resources and learn information in a supportive, friendly environment. An intake with parent/caregiver will be required for all new participants prior to attending. REGISTER TODAY.For […]
Stuck at home while practicing 'physical distancing'? Missing your usual yoga class that helps you relax? We are here to help with that. Epilepsy Toronto presents ...Mindful Mondays with Michael Alex. WHERE: Virtually using Zoom video conferencing COST: FREE To rsvp and receive weekly Zoom link, email: Michael Alex, michaelalexyoga@gmail.comMindful Mondays will be taught by highly trained yoga instructor, Michael […]
