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, [email protected] Mondays will be taught by highly trained yoga instructor, Michael […]
Do you feel safe in your workplace? You have a fundamental right to a healthy and safe working environment. Health and safety on the job is important at all times, but safety is a concern especially for workers with epilepsy. We're introducing this brand new workshop for National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Come and learn the basics of workplace […]
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 brand new 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 […]
Ready to Launch is a new 4-week virtual group presented by Epilepsy Toronto's Children and Youth Services. This group has the goal of providing practical information and supportive discussions to prepare youth with epilepsy for the transition to adulthood. Topics will include: post-secondary education, employment, navigating the adult health care system, and living independently. Each […]
Personality Dimensions is back for National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Personality Dimensions is an evidence-based workshop designed to help you in your career and workplace. It aims to do this by providing you with a better understanding of yourself and how you move through the world. It helps you gain valuable insight into your strengths, […]
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 […]
Due to safety concerns regarding Covid-19, this group will meet virtually via zoom until further notice. Are you a working professional living with epilepsy? Come out and meet others with similar interests and experiences. Share your thoughts on life with epilepsy and offer and receive support while enjoying great company! For more information contact Rosie […]
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, [email protected] Mondays will be taught by highly trained yoga instructor, Michael […]
NEW! Introducing UPLIFT Program for Employment 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 mindfulness-based cognitive behavioural therapy […]
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 […]
