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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

  • Young Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Jessica Fesler, MD & Sakhi Bhansali, MBBS
    Young Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Jessica Fesler, MD & Sakhi Bhansali, MBBS
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, May 27
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    May 27, 2025, 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.
  • Functional Fitness Class
    Functional Fitness Class
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, May 29
    Empowering Epilepsy
    May 29, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    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 Jessica Fesler, MD and Marie Byrnes, DO - 4-24-25
    Adults and Epilepsy Talk with Jessica Fesler, MD and Marie Byrnes, DO - 4-24-25
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, May 29
    Virtual Via Zoom
    May 29, 2025, 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 2025
    Art Therapy Class - Empowering Through the Arts 2025
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, May 31
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters
    May 31, 2025, 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.
  • Seniors and Epilepsy Talk with Rohit Marawar, MD - June 3, 2025
    Seniors and Epilepsy Talk with Rohit Marawar, MD - June 3, 2025
    Multiple Dates
    Tue, Jun 03
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Jun 03, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Join our Seniors and Epilepsy Talk virtually via Zoom to meet other people ages 60 and above who are living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and take charge of your life.
  • Teens and Epilepsy Talk with Olga Rodziyevska, CNP 6-5-25
    Teens and Epilepsy Talk with Olga Rodziyevska, CNP 6-5-25
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Jun 05
    Virtually Via Zoom
    Jun 05, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtually Via Zoom
    Join our Teens and Epilepsy Talk to meet other teens living with epilepsy. Learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Brain Surgery Conference 2025
    Brain Surgery Conference 2025
    Sat, Jun 14
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters
    Jun 14, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Hear from some of the top epilepsy specialists, as they navigate you through the path of determining whether a person with epilepsy could become a surgical candidate.
  • Brain Surgery Survivors Celebration 2025
    Brain Surgery Survivors Celebration 2025
    Sat, Jun 14
    Empowering Epilepsy
    Jun 14, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    ​Meet and talk with other people who have had brain surgery for epilepsy. Enjoy a casual dinner, and a fun night out.
  • Akron Support Group 2025
    Akron Support Group 2025
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Jun 18
    Fairlawn Kiwanis Community Center
    Jun 18, 2025, 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.
  • Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Drew Thodeson, MD 9-8-25
    Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Drew Thodeson, MD 9-8-25
    Multiple Dates
    Mon, Sep 08
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Sep 08, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Meet other Parents of Children of any age living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your child's seizures, and make new friends.
  • Functional Fitness Class
    Functional Fitness Class
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Sep 11
    Empowering Epilepsy
    Sep 11, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
    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.
  • Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Drew Thodeson, MD 9-15-25
    Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Drew Thodeson, MD 9-15-25
    Mon, Sep 15
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Sep 15, 2025, 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.
  • Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Ana Arenivas, PhD, MPH 10-6-25
    Kids and Epilepsy Talk with Ana Arenivas, PhD, MPH 10-6-25
    Mon, Oct 06
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Oct 06, 2025, 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.
  • SUDEP Action Day Talk 2025
    SUDEP Action Day Talk 2025
    Thu, Oct 16
    Beachwood
    Oct 16, 2025, 5:45 PM – 9:00 PM EDT
    Beachwood, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Join Empowering Epilepsy on Thursday, October 16, 2025 to learn more about SUDEP: ​ Who is at risk? What causes SUDEP? What proactive steps can you take to reduce your or your family members' risk?
  • Empower Your Life Conference 2025
    Empower Your Life Conference 2025
    Sat, Oct 18
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters
    Oct 18, 2025, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
    Empowering Epilepsy Headquarters, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Join our Empower Your Life Conference to learn more about your epilepsy and seizures. Hear from some of the top epilepsy specialists in the country as they help guide you with ways to better manage your seizures.
  • The Power of Purple Gala 2025
    The Power of Purple Gala 2025
    Sat, Nov 01
    Stonehill Auditorium - Mandel JCC
    Nov 01, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:30 PM EDT
    Stonehill Auditorium - Mandel JCC, 26001 S Woodland Rd, Beachwood, OH 44122, USA
    Experience the Magic Live: The Power of Purple Gala Where Talented People with Epilepsy Take Center Stage!
  • Seniors and Epilepsy Talk with A. LeBron Paige, MD 11-5-25
    Seniors and Epilepsy Talk with A. LeBron Paige, MD 11-5-25
    Wed, Nov 05
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Nov 05, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    Virtual Event via Zoom
    Meet others age 60 and above who understand epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your seizures, and make new friends.
  • Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Ana Arenivas, PhD, MPH (1)
    Parents of Children with Epilepsy Talk with Ana Arenivas, PhD, MPH (1)
    Mon, Nov 24
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Nov 24, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
    Virtual Via Zoom
    Meet other Parents of Children of any age living with epilepsy, learn strategies to better manage your child's 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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