BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//EPI | Empowering People's Independence - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:EPI | Empowering People's Independence X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.epiny.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for EPI | Empowering People's Independence REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251102T120000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20250814T165529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T170350Z UID:10166-1761991200-1762084800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Teen Epilepsy Weekend DESCRIPTION:Teens with epilepsy – join us at the Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp on November 1 & 2\, 2025 for an overnight of fun\, connecting with other teens with epilepsy\, and learning how to best manage your seizures. \nCost $35 per teen\, includes overnight stay\, food\, and all activities.\nScholarship available upon request. \nTeens must be between 13 – 17\, self-medicating\, and able to manage all personal care needs. \nRegister: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/event/teenepilepsyweekend-november2025/ \nQuestions? Contact Michael Radell at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/teen-epilepsy-weekend-2/ CATEGORIES:In Person,Youth Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20250924T192331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T164811Z UID:10487-1762452000-1762459200@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Dinner with the Doctor - Rochester DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Epilepsy Awareness Month with our popular Dinner with the Doctor series! Enjoy a delicious catered meal\, two presentations by epileptologists\, EPI program presentation\, and time to ask all presenters your questions! Event is free\, but RSVP is required! Sign up today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/event/november2025dinnerwiththedoctorseries/ \nDate & Time: November 6 – Rochester | 6pm – 8pm\nLocation: Al Sigl Community of Agencies\, Door 1\, 1000 Elmwood Avenue\, Rochester\, NY 14620\nEvent Agenda \n\nDr. Deana Bonno – Dietary Therapies\nDr. Evelyn Berman – Epilepsy Surgery\nMichael Radell – EPI’s Adult & Youth Services\n\nRSVP today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/event/november2025dinnerwiththedoctorseries/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/dinner-with-the-doctor-rochester-4/ LOCATION:Al Sigl Comunity of Agencies\, 1000 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14620\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T200000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20250924T192556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T184128Z UID:10489-1763056800-1763064000@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Dinner with the Doctor - Syracuse DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Epilepsy Awareness Month with our popular Dinner with the Doctor series! Enjoy a delicious catered meal\, two presentations by epileptologists\, EPI program presentation\, and time to ask all presenters your questions! Event is free\, but RSVP is required! Sign up today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/event/november2025dinnerwiththedoctorseries/ \nDate & Time: November 13 | 6pm – 8pm\nLocation: EPI Syracuse Office\, 6493 Ridings Road\, Syracuse\, NY 13206\nEvent Agenda \n\nDr. Shahram Izadyar – Understanding your EEG\nDr. Katherine Wojcicki – Advocating for your Child’s Epilepsy Needs in School\nCollin Horak – EPI’s Adult & Youth Services\n\nRSVP today: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/event/november2025dinnerwiththedoctorseries/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/dinner-with-the-doctor-syracuse-4/ LOCATION:EPI Syracuse Office\, 6493 Ridings Road\, Suite 112\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13206\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20250926T134847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T184645Z UID:10494-1763575200-1763578800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Brain Injury Basics: Partnering with Parents DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last of a series of three informative webinars for Parents/Caregivers on brain injuries. \nThis webinar will be structured as a conversation and cover the following topics: \n\nUnderstanding the role of social communication in brain injury recovery\nDiscussion of community resources utilizing the social collaboration model\nRecommended books \,workbooks\, and other resources for parents\n\nOur speaker is Kimberly Cicherillo\, Community Integration Counselor at EPI. \nThis webinar is for parents\, caregivers\, and community members who are interested in learning more about neurodiverse brains and brain injuries. \nRegister in advance for the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lemqBHuTTTmr65URKLWxgQ \nBio for Kimberly: \nKimberly has been working within the healthcare and human services community for over 30 years. She earned her master’s degree in social work with a concentration in Child and Family in 2004 from Roberts Weslyan University and has completed 34 course credit hours toward her doctorate in Counseling and Human Development with a concentration in Human Development from the University of Rochester-Warner School. Kimberly has extensive knowledge of home and community-based services/supports within the Greater Rochester area. Additionally\, with many years of experience both in OPWDD and DOH (TBI and NHDT) waiver services and supports\, Kimberly holds certifications in both positive behavioral intervention strategies (PBIS) from the Neurobehavioral Resource Project Apprenticeship Program (completion in 2012) and Strategies for Crisis Intervention and Prevention (SCIP)-Instructor-Train the Trainer program in 1997. \nIn her passion for community\, service\, learning\, collaboration and working with others of all ages and needs\, Kimberly’s held different positions and worn many hats in her career along the way; from- Community Integration Counselor\, Direct Support Professional (DSP)\, Quality Intellectual Disability Professional ( QIDP)\, Program and Clinical support coordinator\, Medicaid Service Coordinator\, Chemical Dependency Counselor\, Program Development Coordinator and Supervisor\, Program Director of- In home Behavioral Supports\, Corporate Compliance and Quality Assurance officer and Staff development trainer (human growth development\, SCIP\, culture and diversity). \nKimberly values self-advocacy\, a solution-focused\, strength-based\, person-family centered and humanistic perspective that is woven into her work ethic and life balance philosophy while loving every minute of being a part of other people’s life story and journey toward greater independence and empowerment. URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/brain-injury-basics-partnering-with-parents/ CATEGORIES:Virtual,Webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T193000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20241219T171930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241220T155828Z UID:9122-1764871200-1764876600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Holiday Party - Community Services DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, December 4 for our Annual Holiday Party in Rochester. All those affected by epilepsy or served in EPI’s Community Services Programs are welcome. Enjoy dinner\, holiday activities\, holiday music\, and a visit from the BIG MAN himself! Event is free\, RSVP is required. One ticket per family. RSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/holiday-party-community-services/ CATEGORIES:In Person,Youth Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251124T145840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T150057Z UID:11110-1765195200-1765198800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Project UPLIFT: New Session Starts! DESCRIPTION:Project UPLIFT is an evidenced-based program that helps adults with epilepsy and depression or other mental health concerns learn new skills for managing and improving their mental health and quality of life. \nRegister at: https://www.epiny.org/epilepsy-services-project-uplift-registration/ \nSmall peer groups (4-6 people) led by EPI’s social worker and a trained peer facilitator meet virtually for one hour for eight (8) weeks. \n\nIncreases knowledge and skills\, reduces depression\, and improves quality of life\nEmpowers you to improve your mental health through mindfulness and other skills.\n\nThis program is free\, virtual\, and provides a similar\, but more targeted and structured experience than a support group. \nFor more information\, contact Denise Eshenaur at (585) 442-4430 x2768 or desenhaur@epiny.org. URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/project-uplift-new-session-starts/ CATEGORIES:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20241219T172034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T175707Z UID:9145-1765476000-1765479600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Virtual Epilepsy Support Group DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 2nd Thursday of every month for our virtual Epilepsy Support Group. This group is for those who can’t make one of our in-person options or would like to attend a 2nd support group each month! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Michael for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. RSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclde-pqzwoGdV0tSz3CVAbbG3k-JSXPtlx URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/virtual-epilepsy-support-group-18/ CATEGORIES:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T193000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20241219T172002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T161210Z UID:9131-1765994400-1765999800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Syracuse Holiday Party *new date* 12/17/25 DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesday\, December 17\, 2025 for our Annual Holiday Party in Syracuse. All those affected by epilepsy are welcome. Enjoy dinner\, holiday activities\, holiday music\, and a visit from the BIG MAN himself! \nEvent is free\, RSVP is required. RSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2025epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/holiday-party-epilepsy-services/ LOCATION:EPI Syracuse Office\, 6493 Ridings Road\, Suite 112\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13206\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person,Youth Programs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20241219T172105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T145312Z UID:9154-1766080800-1766084400@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Black Epilepsy Exchange DESCRIPTION:Join us for B.E.E. – an epilepsy support group just for people of color! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome. Questions? Contact Laura Mejias\, Intake Liaison Manager\, at (585) 442-4430 x2754 or lmejias@epiny.org. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrfuusrjIvHdcs7uBLpKPG8CTagtOv5Hjj URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/black-epilepsy-exchange-17/ CATEGORIES:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T193846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194338Z UID:11822-1767895200-1767898800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Rochester DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Thursday of most months at our Rochester Office for the Epilepsy Support Group. A light dinner will be provided. All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Mike Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-rochester-21/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T194642Z UID:11833-1767895200-1767898800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Syracuse DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Thursday of most months at our Syracuse Office for the Epilepsy Support Group. A light dinner will be provided. All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Collin Horak for more information at chorak@epiny.org or (315) 477-9777 x2904. \nJanuary’s Theme: Unspoken Symphony – Turning Art into Music\nhttps://www.unspokensymphony.com/ \nParticipants will have the chance to draw/color a picture and have it turned into music! \nRSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-syracuse-21/ LOCATION:EPI Syracuse Office\, 6493 Ridings Road\, Suite 112\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13206\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T173911Z UID:11864-1767960000-1767963600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training - Virutal DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual version of our popular training Seizure Recognition and First Aid training. At this training you will learn: (1) how to recognize and respond to the most common seizure types\, (2) how prevelant epilepsy and seizures are\, (3) the major risk factors for epilepsy and seizures\, (4) the most common treatments\, and (5) other concerns for people with seizures such as anxiety\, depression\, etc. Questions? Contact Michael Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/aQ9_dyEUTTaMhjB_afOjbg URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/seizure-recognition-and-first-aid-training-virutal/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174006Z UID:11840-1768500000-1768503600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Virtual DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 2nd Thursday of most months for our virtual Epilepsy Support Group. This group is for those who can’t make one of our in-person options or would like to attend a 2nd support group each month! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Michael Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/K5GbpGy8QkOZwrW6LOTKnA URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-virtual/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T113000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T201501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174048Z UID:11903-1768645800-1768649400@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Swim Program - Session 1 DESCRIPTION:Learn to Swim is a swimming instruction program tailored to the needs of youth with epilepsy. This program is designed to increase swimming skills in a safe environment. Spots are very limited – sign up your child today! Lessons are run by a certified swimming instructor. One-on-one pool supports are available for those that need one. A pediatric epileptologist will be on deck while kids are in the pool. Cost is $25\, scholarships available. \nSign Up: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/event/learntoswim/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/swim-program-session-1/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251222T163725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T163829Z UID:12007-1768932000-1768935600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:PACES - 2026 Winter Session DESCRIPTION:PACES is an eight-week\, small group\, virtual program for adults with epilepsy. PACES is designed to help adults manage their epilepsy and learn new strategies to manage both the emotional and daily living impacts of epilepsy and seizures. \nNew session starts on January 20 at 6pm and runs through March 10\, 2026. \nQuestions? Contact Denise Eshenaur at deshenaur@epiny.org. \nRSVP: https://www.epiny.org/epilepsy-services-paces-registration/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/paces-2026-winter-session/ CATEGORIES:Virtual END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174154Z UID:11849-1769104800-1769108400@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Black Epilepsy Exchange DESCRIPTION:Join us for B.E.E. – an epilepsy support group just for people of color! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome. Questions? Contact Laura Mejias\, Intake Liaison Manager\, at (585) 442-4430 x2754 or lmejias@epiny.org. \nRSVP for Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RyW3r-5_TneHyypNA_F1UQ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/black-epilepsy-exchange-18/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T113000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T201502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174241Z UID:11904-1769250600-1769254200@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Swim Program - Session 2 DESCRIPTION:Learn to Swim is a swimming instruction program tailored to the needs of youth with epilepsy. This program is designed to increase swimming skills in a safe environment. Spots are very limited – sign up your child today! Lessons are run by a certified swimming instructor. One-on-one pool supports are available for those that need one. A pediatric epileptologist will be on deck while kids are in the pool. Cost is $25\, scholarships available. \nSign Up: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/event/learntoswim/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/swim-program-session-2/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T113000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T201503Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174321Z UID:11905-1769855400-1769859000@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Swim Program - Session 3 DESCRIPTION:Learn to Swim is a swimming instruction program tailored to the needs of youth with epilepsy. This program is designed to increase swimming skills in a safe environment. Spots are very limited – sign up your child today! Lessons are run by a certified swimming instructor. One-on-one pool supports are available for those that need one. A pediatric epileptologist will be on deck while kids are in the pool. Cost is $25\, scholarships available. \nSign Up: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/event/learntoswim/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/swim-program-session-3/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174420Z UID:11834-1770314400-1770314400@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Syracuse DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Thursday of most months at our Syracuse Office for the Epilepsy Support Group. A light dinner will be provided. All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Collin Horak for more information at chorak@epiny.org or (315) 477-9777 x2904. \nRSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-syracuse-22/ LOCATION:EPI Syracuse Office\, 6493 Ridings Road\, Suite 112\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13206\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T193848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T194226Z UID:11823-1770314400-1770318000@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Rochester DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Thursday of most months at our Rochester Office for the Epilepsy Support Group. A light dinner will be provided. All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Mike Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-rochester-22/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T113000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T201504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174758Z UID:11906-1770460200-1770463800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Swim Program - Session 4 DESCRIPTION:Learn to Swim is a swimming instruction program tailored to the needs of youth with epilepsy. This program is designed to increase swimming skills in a safe environment. Spots are very limited – sign up your child today! Lessons are run by a certified swimming instructor. One-on-one pool supports are available for those that need one. A pediatric epileptologist will be on deck while kids are in the pool. Cost is $25\, scholarships available. \nSign Up: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/event/learntoswim/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/swim-program-session-4/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T175128Z UID:11841-1770919200-1770922800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Virtual DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 2nd Thursday of most months for our virtual Epilepsy Support Group. This group is for those who can’t make one of our in-person options or would like to attend a 2nd support group each month! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Michael Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/K5GbpGy8QkOZwrW6LOTKnA URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-virtual-10/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174533Z UID:11865-1770984000-1770987600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training - Virutal DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual version of our popular training Seizure Recognition and First Aid training. At this training you will learn: (1) how to recognize and respond to the most common seizure types\, (2) how prevelant epilepsy and seizures are\, (3) the major risk factors for epilepsy and seizures\, (4) the most common treatments\, and (5) other concerns for people with seizures such as anxiety\, depression\, etc. Questions? Contact Michael Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/aQ9_dyEUTTaMhjB_afOjbg URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/seizure-recognition-and-first-aid-training-virutal-2/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260214T113000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T201506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174658Z UID:11907-1771065000-1771068600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Swim Program - Session 5 DESCRIPTION:Learn to Swim is a swimming instruction program tailored to the needs of youth with epilepsy. This program is designed to increase swimming skills in a safe environment. Spots are very limited – sign up your child today! Lessons are run by a certified swimming instructor. One-on-one pool supports are available for those that need one. A pediatric epileptologist will be on deck while kids are in the pool. Cost is $25\, scholarships available. \nSign Up: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/event/learntoswim/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/swim-program-session-5/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T174909Z UID:11850-1771524000-1771527600@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Black Epilepsy Exchange DESCRIPTION:Join us for B.E.E. – an epilepsy support group just for people of color! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome. Questions? Contact Laura Mejias\, Intake Liaison Manager\, at (585) 442-4430 x2754 or lmejias@epiny.org. \nRSVP for Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RyW3r-5_TneHyypNA_F1UQ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/black-epilepsy-exchange-19/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T175011Z UID:11828-1772733600-1772737200@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Rochester DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Thursday of most months at our Rochester Office for the Epilepsy Support Group. A light dinner will be provided. All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Mike Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-rochester-23/ CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260305T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T235920Z UID:11835-1772733600-1772737200@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Syracuse DESCRIPTION:Join us on the first Thursday of most months at our Syracuse Office for the Epilepsy Support Group. A light dinner will be provided. All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Collin Horak for more information at chorak@epiny.org or (315) 477-9777 x2904. \nRSVP: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/2026epilepsyevents/ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-syracuse-23/ LOCATION:EPI Syracuse Office\, 6493 Ridings Road\, Suite 112\, Syracuse\, NY\, 13206\, United States CATEGORIES:In Person ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260312T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T000017Z UID:11842-1773338400-1773342000@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Epilepsy Support Group - Virtual DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 2nd Thursday of most months for our virtual Epilepsy Support Group. This group is for those who can’t make one of our in-person options or would like to attend a 2nd support group each month! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome to attend: adults with epilepsy\, parents/caregivers\, other family members! Contact Michael Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/K5GbpGy8QkOZwrW6LOTKnA URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/epilepsy-support-group-virtual-11/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260313T130000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T000106Z UID:11866-1773403200-1773406800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Seizure Recognition and First Aid Training - Virutal DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual version of our popular training Seizure Recognition and First Aid training. At this training you will learn: (1) how to recognize and respond to the most common seizure types\, (2) how prevelant epilepsy and seizures are\, (3) the major risk factors for epilepsy and seizures\, (4) the most common treatments\, and (5) other concerns for people with seizures such as anxiety\, depression\, etc. Questions? Contact Michael Radell for more information at mradell@epiny.org or (585) 442-4430 x2741. \nRSVP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/aQ9_dyEUTTaMhjB_afOjbg URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/seizure-recognition-and-first-aid-training-virutal-3/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260105T031317 CREATED:20251217T194731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T000151Z UID:11851-1773943200-1773946800@www.epiny.org SUMMARY:Black Epilepsy Exchange DESCRIPTION:Join us for B.E.E. – an epilepsy support group just for people of color! All who are affected by epilepsy are welcome. Questions? Contact Laura Mejias\, Intake Liaison Manager\, at (585) 442-4430 x2754 or lmejias@epiny.org. \nRSVP for Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/RyW3r-5_TneHyypNA_F1UQ URL:https://www.epiny.org/event/black-epilepsy-exchange-20/ CATEGORIES:Virtual ORGANIZER;CN="Empowering People's Independence":MAILTO:events@epiny.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR