Wellness Expo EPILEPSY & SEIZURES. Saturday, November :30 AM 2:30 PM. Register at efmn.org/expo or call Signature Sponsors

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1 Signature Sponsors Presented by: Major Sponsors EPILEPSY & SEIZURES Wellness Expo Saturday, November :30 AM 2:30 PM Minneapolis Convention Center Bring the entire family for a day full of expert speakers, wellness exhibitors, and customized resources to help people with seizures realize their full potential. Come for an hour, or stay the whole day. Register at efmn.org/expo or call

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3 Bring your friends and family to get connected to custom resources for people affected by epilepsy. Greetings The Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota is proud to collaborate with our Signature Education Sponsors Gillette Children s Specialty Healthcare and Minnesota Epilepsy Group to bring you our second annual Epilepsy & Seizures Wellness Expo. The day is designed to be flexible to meet the needs of people with limited time, transportation challenges, as well as individuals and families at various stages in their epilepsy journey. It s all about customization: attend the sessions that best suit your needs to get the resources that are relevant to you and your family. Visit our vendor and sponsor tables to have one-on-one conversations with experts about the latest research and treatment options. Come by yourself, or bring the whole family! Kid s activities are available throughout the day to help keep the little ones occupied and entertained. New this year: don t miss our demo room where you can learn about the latest seizure treatments in a hands-on and interactive way! The expo is just $10 for individuals and $20 for families. Take advantage of our early bird registration offer by October 15 to save 50% on your tickets. Financial assistance is available to those who need it. In addition to customized resources and information, we want you to know you are not alone. Come to the Expo to meet other individuals and families on similar epilepsy journeys, and learn more about EFMN s programs and resources that can benefit you. Last year, EFMN served over 225,000 individuals; we are here to help you and all people with epilepsy rise above seizures. I look forward to seeing you on November 11! Heidi Fisher Executive Director Register at efmn.org/expo or call

4 Expo Schedule Main Stage Schedule 8:30 AM-2:30 PM Vendor Booths Open 8:30 AM Doors Open 9-9:45 AM Keynote Jonathan Friesen (Main Stage) AM Breakout Session 1 11:30-12 PM Breakout Session :30 PM Stacia Kalinoski (Main Stage) 12:45-1:15 PM Breakout Session 3 1:30-2 PM Lisa Riley (Main Stage) 2:30 PM Doors Close Amelia s Epic 12-12:30 PM Stacia Kalinoski Stacia Kalinoski, local filmmaker, will present and discuss her documentary, Brainstorm, which was featured on PBS. First: Taking her first steps for the second time. Care & medical cannabis: how LeafLine Labs helps more epilepsy-fighting Minnesotans realize seizure-free firsts. 9-9:45 AM Keynote Jonathan Friesen Jonathan Friesen is an international speaker and award-winning author, whose personal experience with Tourette syndrome and epilepsy inspired him to write the highly acclaimed novel Jerk, California (Penguin, 2008), winner of the American Library Association s 2009 Schneider Award Best Book for Teens, and the coveted Editor s Choice award. Find more firsts at LeafLineLabs.com 1:30-2 PM Lisa Riley Lisa Riley, a volunteer educator for Military Outreach for Veterans with Epilepsy and Seizures (MOVES) has a very personal connection to epilepsy and the military. Lisa lost her son, Jordan, to Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP) in 2012 and has become a passionate advocate for veterans. Our passion ignites progress At Eisai, human health care is our goal. We give our first thoughts to patients and their families as well as helping to increase the benefits health care provides. Our therapies are designed to make a difference and have an impact on patients lives. We are Eisai, where medicine is more than just our business it s our passion. Learn more at mayoclinic.org. Eisai is proud to support the Epilepsy Foundation. CORP-US Eisai Inc. All rights reserved. Aug

5 Sessions Schedule 10:00-11:00 AM UCB 10-10:30 AM Neuropace 10:30-11 AM UCB and Neuropace will be in the Demo Room showcasing new products. EFMN is Here for You Hear from an EFMN staff member about the various services and programs that are offered at the Foundation. Utilizing a Special Needs Trust Attorney Brenna Galvin (MASER, AMUNDSON, BOGGIO, HENDRICKS, P.A.) will talk about this specialized legal document designed to benefit individuals with a disability. Brenna will answer the most frequently asked questions and discuss if it s right for you or your family. Genetics and Epilepsy Dr. Doug Smith (Minnesota Epilepsy Group) will talk about genetic testing, and how genetics plays a role in epilepsy. Gillette Children s Specialty Healthcare Dr. Tiffany Cobb, a neuropsychologist for Gillette, will discuss psychological topics as they relate to epilepsy. 11:30-12:00 PM Lundbeck Visit the Demo Room to learn about new pharmaceutical products from one of our sponsors Lundbeck. Dr. Timothy Feyma from Gillette Children s Specialty Healthcare Make Your School Seizure Smart Brett Nelson, Seizure Smart School Program Coordinator, will discuss the steps to making your school Seizure Smart. How can the Minnesota Disability Law Center Help You? Kristina Petronko (MN Disability Law Center) will discuss what the MDLC does and the various ways they help those with epilepsy. MDLC provides free civil legal assistance to individuals with disabilities statewide on legal issues related to their disability. Rare Epilepsy Network (REN) What is REN? How do I use it? Is it for me? Hear from staff at the Epilepsy Foundation of America about this program and how it can be useful to you. 12:45-1:15 PM LivaNova See the newest medical devices LivaNova has created for those with epilepsy in the Demo Room. Transit Options in the Twin Cities Joanna Hubbard-Rivera (Metro Transit) will discuss the variety of transit options available in the Twin Cities area. Yoga for Chronic Conditions Christine Paul (Mind Body Solutions) will discuss how yoga can help with chronic conditions and other stressors in your life. There will be some hands-on practice in this session. Minnesota Epilepsy Group UCB Demo Session Suggestion Key All Newly Diagnosed Parents of School Age Children Adults with Epilepsy Caregivers of Older Adults Rare Epilepsies Compassionate, Comprehensive, Personalized Care. Noran Neurological Clinic provides adult and pediatric neurology, sleep studies, infusion and imaging services. Specialists in the diagnosis and treatment of... Epilepsy/Seizures Headache/Migraine Head Injury/Concussion Neck/Back Pain Sleep Disorders Parkinson s Disease Alzheimer s Disease Multiple Sclerosis ALS Stroke Numbness Other Neurological Disorders Proud supporter of the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota

6 Getting to the Expo Parking Bus Light Rail There are numerous parking ramps within walking distance of the Minneapolis Convention Center, including an underground ramp across the street that is connected to the Convention Center via skyway. Parking typically costs between $3-4/hour with a daily rate of $10. Free bus rides are available on Nicollet Mall to and from the Convention Center, these buses are marked Free Ride. Other buses in the Minneapolis Downtown Zone have a fare of just $0.50. Visit metrotransit.com for more details and help planning your trip. The Blue and Green lines connect downtown Minneapolis with the airport, Mall of America, St. Paul, and 43 other stations. Typical one-way fares are $1-3. Visit metrotransit.com for help planning your ride. Can t Attend the Expo? Let EFMN Come To You! n Free seizure first aid training is available for workplaces, schools, churches, and more. n 24/7 support is available by calling , or (en español ) outside of business hours. n Download EFMN s Seizure First Aide app on the App Store or Google Play. Lundbeck is a pharmaceutical company committed to improving the quality of life for those living with brain disorders, including epilepsy. We support and participate in hundreds of epilepsy events each year. UBR-D Lundbeck helps connect people living with challenging seizures at and makes an art therapy program called Studio E available through a partnership with the Epilepsy Foundation. Learn more at

7 Connecting with patients At UCB, everything we do starts with a simple question: How will this add value to the lives of people living with severe diseases? UCB is committed to advancing research to improve the lives of those living with epilepsy. And we are proud to support the Epilepsy Foundation of Minnesota in its mission to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures and save lives. LaKeisha, living with epilepsy To learn more, visit UCB, Inc. All rights reserved.

8 1600 University Avenue West, Suite 300 Saint Paul, MN NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID TWIN CITIES, MN PERMIT NO The Expo is just $10 for individuals and $20 for families. Visit efmn.org/expo or call to register today! Why Attend The Expo? 1. Affordable Access To Customized Resources The expo is just $10 for individuals and $20 for families. Take advantage of early bird registration by October 15 to save 50% on your ticket. 2. Epilepsy Experts Under One Roof It s hard to know where to turn for resources outside your doctor s office. Come and talk with dozens of experts in the field of epilepsy all in one day! 3. Latest Treatment Options Whether it s medical cannabis, VNS Therapy, new medications, or more Learn about cutting-edge treatments aimed at seizure control. 4. Created With Families In Mind Kids are welcome at the expo and can keep busy with art projects, a juggler, balloon artist, and scavenger hunt (10 am 1 pm). Register at efmn.org/expo or call