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Finding a sense of support and community is vital for people living with epilepsy and their families. We offer opportunities to meet others, learn from their experiences, and connect on a personal level.
Circle of Friends Groups occur on a monthly basis with specific meetings for adults, young adults, teens, parents and a group for Spanish speakers. Other social events take place throughout the year for children, teens, and adults.
See a complete list of all upcoming events on our calendar.
Email us at info@epilepsycowy.org or call us at 303-377-9774 or 888-378-9779 if you have specific questions.
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Peer Support Program
If you’re looking to share your story with someone who understands, or if you’re facing a specific hurdle and could benefit from connecting with a supportive individual, Larissa is here to help connect you with someone. Reach out to her at info@epilepsycoloradowyoming.org and take the first step towards finding understanding and support. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1648155924488{padding-right: 24px !important;padding-bottom: 24px !important;padding-left: 24px !important;background-color: #efedf2 !important;}”][vc_column_text]
We CAN
We CAN is a group of adults living with or connected to epilepsy who support each other and the community through awareness activities, service, and support.
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Circle of Friends Support Groups
Our Circle of Friends support groups provide educational and emotional support in a positive environment for people living with epilepsy and their families. They are led by trained volunteers who are dedicated to epilepsy support. Groups are online and in-person.
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Walk to END EPILEPSY
Join us for the largest epilepsy awareness event in our region. These family-friendly walks are held in Denver, Northern Colorado, the Western Slope, Colorado Springs and Wyoming and are a great way to connect with others. Together we can inspire the community to help end epilepsy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row gap=”20″ equal_height=”yes”][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1648155973550{padding-right: 24px !important;padding-bottom: 24px !important;padding-left: 24px !important;background-color: #efedf2 !important;}”][vc_column_text]
Volunteer
Our volunteer program engages and empowers volunteers who embody the mission and extend the reach of the Foundation. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities available.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle” css=”.vc_custom_1648155552609{margin-top: 24px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
Youth Connection and Leadership Opportunities
Youth living with epilepsy who become involved in leadership can give back to the epilepsy community while having many wonderful opportunities. Youth who participate in our camps and leadership programs can develop important life skills, gain confidence, become leaders and engage with others who are living with epilepsy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”10607″ alignment=”center”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_single_image image=”10601″ alignment=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1713547341990{margin-top: 24px !important;}”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]
Summer Camps and Young Adult Retreat
Camps and Retreats can be a fantastic way for young people to make new friends and develop a sense of accomplishment. We provide a safe camping experience with licensed medical staff on-site 24/7 along with experienced counselors.
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Youth Council
Youth Council is for teens/young adults ages 11-22 who have been diagnosed with epilepsy or are a sibling or a child of a parent who has been diagnosed with epilepsy. If you want to make a difference and speak out about epilepsy, this could be the opportunity for you! To join or for more information, contact us at 303-377-9774 or marissa@epilepsycowy.org.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1648156205502{margin-top: 36px !important;padding-top: 48px !important;padding-bottom: 24px !important;background-color: #efedf2 !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vcex_button onclick=”internal_link” size=”medium” layout=”expanded” align=”center” internal_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fepilepsycoloradowyoming.org%2Fconnect-with-others%2Fspecial-events%2F|title:Special%20Events”]Special Events[/vcex_button][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vcex_button onclick=”internal_link” size=”medium” layout=”expanded” align=”center” internal_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fepilepsycoloradowyoming.org%2Fconnect-with-others%2Fsupport-networking-groups%2F|title:Support%20%26%20Networking%20Groups”]Support & Networking Groups[/vcex_button][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vcex_button onclick=”internal_link” size=”medium” layout=”expanded” align=”center” internal_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fepilepsycoloradowyoming.org%2Fconnect-with-others%2Fcamps-retreats%2F|title:Camps%20%26%20Retreats”]Camps & Retreats[/vcex_button][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vcex_button onclick=”internal_link” size=”medium” layout=”expanded” align=”center” internal_link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fepilepsycoloradowyoming.org%2Fconnect-with-others%2Fkids-corner%2F|title:Kids%E2%80%99%20Corner”]Kids’ Corner[/vcex_button][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row]