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Epilepsy Education

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Learn More About Epilepsy and Seizures

Empowering Epilepsy provides a variety of educational opportunities to help people better understand epilepsy, discover proactive ways to manage seizures, and teach the general public more about the spectrum of seizures.

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If you or your company or organization are interested in learning more about epilepsy, Empowering Epilepsy can provide a variety of educational opportunities including the following talks:

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Leigh Goldie, M.Ed. can teach your school, business, or community organization more about epilepsy and seizures, seizure first aid, and how you can help people live well with seizures in your community.

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For more information on having an Empowering Epilepsy presentation at your organization, please contact Leigh Goldie, M.Ed. at Leigh@empoweringepilepsy.org or 216-342-4167.

​Upcoming Events

  • Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Elham Abushanab, MD & Peter Sarnacki, DO
    Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Elham Abushanab, MD & Peter Sarnacki, DO
    Mon, Mar 16
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Mar 16, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other parents of children of any age with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage their seizures, and make new friends.
  • Functional Fitness Class 3-19-26
    Functional Fitness Class 3-19-26
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Mar 19
    Empowering Epilepsy
    Mar 19, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    This dynamic class is designed to boost both your cardiovascular and muscular strength through an easy-to-follow format. Whether you’re using weights, elastic bands, or your own body weight, our tailored approach ensures that everyone can participate and see real benefits.
  • Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Anna P. Shapiro-Krew 3-19-26
    Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Anna P. Shapiro-Krew 3-19-26
    Thu, Mar 19
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Mar 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Join our Adults and Epilepsy Talk virtually via Zoom to meet other Adults who are living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and take charge of your life.
  • Art Therapy Class - Empowering Through the Arts 2026
    Art Therapy Class - Empowering Through the Arts 2026
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Mar 21
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters
    Mar 21, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Join Empowering Epilepsy's Art Therapy Class to Illustrate your artistic flare and discover what you can do while living with seizures.
  • Young Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Nicole Woodrich, PharmD, BCPS 3-24-26
    Young Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Nicole Woodrich, PharmD, BCPS 3-24-26
    Tue, Mar 24
    Virtually Via Zoom
    Mar 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtually Via Zoom
    Meet other Young Adults with Epilepsy between the ages of 20 - 34, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Warren Support Group 3-25-26
    Warren Support Group 3-25-26
    Wed, Mar 25
    Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office
    Mar 25, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM EDT
    Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office, 8828 E Market St #2, Warren, OH 44484, USA
    Meet others in the Warren/Youngstown, Ohio area who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Purple Day Party
    Purple Day Party
    Sat, Mar 28
    Empowering Epilepsy
    Mar 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Empowering Epilepsy, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Join our Purple Day® Party to promote and celebrate epilepsy awareness and meet others who are sharing your epilepsy journey.This event is about finding support, sharing stories, and building meaningful connections with people who truly understand life with epilepsy.
  • Seniors & Epilepsy Talk with Kayela Arrotta, PhD 4-7-26
    Seniors & Epilepsy Talk with Kayela Arrotta, PhD 4-7-26
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Apr 07
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Apr 07, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet others age 60 and above who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Akron Support Group 4-8-2026
    Akron Support Group 4-8-2026
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Apr 08
    Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center
    Apr 08, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
    Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center, 3486 S Smith Rd, Fairlawn, OH 44333, USA
    Meet others in the Akron, Ohio area who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Maksim Parfyonov, MD 4-15-26
    Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Maksim Parfyonov, MD 4-15-26
    Wed, Apr 15
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Apr 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other kids between the ages of 0 - 12 who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Adults & Epilepsy Talk with Paul Ford, PhD - 4-23-26
    Adults & Epilepsy Talk with Paul Ford, PhD - 4-23-26
    Thu, Apr 23
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Apr 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet others ages 35 - 60 who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Young Adults & Epilepsy Talk with Paul Ford, PhD - 4-28-26
    Young Adults & Epilepsy Talk with Paul Ford, PhD - 4-28-26
    Tue, Apr 28
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Apr 28, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet others between the ages of 20 - 34 who understand epilepsy. Learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Warren Support Group 4-29-26
    Warren Support Group 4-29-26
    Wed, Apr 29
    Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office
    Apr 29, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office, 8828 E Market St #2, Warren, OH 44484, USA
    Meet others in the Warren/Youngstown, Ohio area who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Deepak Lachhwani, MD 5-4-26
    Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Deepak Lachhwani, MD 5-4-26
    Mon, May 04
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    May 04, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other kids between the ages of 0 - 12 who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Maksim Parfyonov, MD 5-6-26
    Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Maksim Parfyonov, MD 5-6-26
    Wed, May 06
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    May 06, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other parents of children of any age who are living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Young Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Bhrugav Raval, MD 5-19-26
    Young Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Bhrugav Raval, MD 5-19-26
    Tue, May 19
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other Young Adults, ages 20 - 34, who are living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Christopher Traner, MD - 5-21-26
    Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Christopher Traner, MD - 5-21-26
    Thu, May 21
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    May 21, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet other Adults, ages 35 - 60 who are living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Warren Support Group 5-27-26
    Warren Support Group 5-27-26
    Wed, May 27
    Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office
    May 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT
    Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office, 8828 E Market St #2, Warren, OH 44484, USA
    Meet others in the Warren/Youngstown, Ohio area who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.

Donate to Help Us
Change the Conversation About Epilepsy!

Here are some ways you can donate:

In Person

Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters

23500 Mercantile Road, Suite D
Beachwood, OH 44122

Online

Make a tax deductible donation‏.

Over the Phone

It's easy to donate offline too.

Tel: 216-342-4167

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