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If you would like to schedule a seizure recognition and first aid training for your school/family/organization/business, please contact us at [email protected] and/or 215-629-5003. Please note, all training programs are NOT recorded for later viewing. All our school personnel trainings, educational conferences, and educational webinars provide Act 48 credits.
Spring Webinars & Trainings
Virtual EFEPA Adult Epilepsy Conference
Date & Time: Monday, March 10th, 6-8 pm
Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WX9VYKsjSgK_4T_Iwqc5yQ#/registration
Topic 1: Know Your Rights: Navigating Social Security Disability, SSI, and Employment Law for People with Epilepsy
Presenters: Attorneys Thomas Giordano, Jr. and Mark Natale
Brief Description: Individuals with epilepsy have legal rights regarding Social Security Disability (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and employment protections under the law. Learn how to navigate the benefits application process, understand workplace accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and advocate for their rights in the workforce. Whether you’re seeking financial assistance or workplace protections, this session will equip you with the knowledge and resources you need to make informed decisions.
Topic 2. Neuromodulation in Epilepsy
Presenters: Dr. Taneeta Ganguly and Aronya Waller
Brief Description: Neuromodulation can provide a good option for people with epilepsy who don’t respond to antiseizure medications. Dr. Ganguly will discuss how decisions are made to select the right neuromodulatory device. Aronya Waller is an epilepsy community member who will share her experience with the RNS.
Seizure Recognition and Management for Law Enforcement Training
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 5:30-7pm
Presenter: Janette Locke, Director of Greater Philadelphia & Multicultural Outreach
Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4fNJ5bTsSCmq2fLYU11dlQ
Description: The Epilepsy Foundation Eastern Pennsylvania recognizes how important law enforcement response can be to the health and safety of people experiencing seizures. Proper training responding to a seizure is particularly important considering the likelihood of law enforcement personnel encountering such a medical event. This training will teach law enforcement personnel how to recognize the signs and symptoms of various seizure types, the administration of proper seizure first aid, ways in which to handle epilepsy-related events, latest treatments and devices, and the unique needs of people living with epilepsy. There will be time at the end for an interactive Q&A.
CLEE Certificate provided.
For questions about the training please contact Janette Locke at [email protected].
Seizure Recognition & First Aid Training for First Responders
Date & Time: Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 5:30-7pm
Presenter: Mary Loughlin, Director of the Northeast
Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QJaIshSgTxOPHfxccXG_BQ
Description: This training will teach emergency personnel how to recognize the signs and symptoms of various seizure types, the administration of proper seizure first aid, ways in which to handle epilepsy-related events, latest treatments and devices, and the unique needs of people living with epilepsy. This training is approved for NJ and PA CEUs. Those who need CEUs will be entered into the class in the EMS registry by the EFEPA. A certificate of completion and epilepsy resources will be emailed after the training.
For questions about CEUs please contact Rena Loughlin at [email protected].
For questions about the training please contact Mary Loughlin at [email protected].
Virtual EFEPA Pediatric Epilepsy Conference
Date & Time: Wednesday, April 2nd, 6-8 pm
Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bqApPU4CTjCMk7fLTBDo2A#/registration
Topic 1: Transitions in Care from Pediatric to Adult Epilepsy Practice
Presenters: Adam Greenberg, Sarah Stoney, & Dr. Bethany Thomas
Brief Description: Presenters will review the general framework that supports the safe and effective transition to adult care for patients with epilepsy. The framework will be presented by a panel that includes the patient perspective, pediatric and adult epilepsy clinicians, and a transition specialist.
Topic 2: Introduction to the PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
Presenter: Lori Holdredge
Brief Description: The PA Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR) is a state agency that assists people with disabilities regarding employment; working with students beginning at age 14 and continuing through someone’s working life as needed. This presentation will discuss OVR, how to make a referral, and transition to employment.
Financial Empowerment Through PA Consumer Programs
Date & Time: May 6th, 6-7 pm
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VCVgzaNvQn669RgVBzEtJQ#/registration
Brief Description: Representatives of the PA Treasury will present opportunities for financial empowerment through PA Consumer Programs. These will include an overview of the following programs: PA Able, 529 College & Career Savings Program, Keystone Scholars, and Unclaimed Property.
Past Webinars
To view past educational webinars, please visit our YouTube channel at: www.youtube.com/@EpilepsyFoundationPA.