About Our Support Groups
Accessing the latest information, resources and social support can make managing the impact of epilepsy much easier. EFEPA regional Support Groups are FREE and open to people with epilepsy, friends, family members and health professionals. We meet regularly for discussions and mutual peer support. At times we have guest speakers to talk about relevant epilepsy topics. If you have questions before attending your first meeting about what to expect, please feel free to call us at (215) 629-5003.
Click a Support Group for details and times of meetings:
Please be advised support group meetings will be held virtually through Zoom until further notice.
- From a computer, use the Zoom meeting link provided for that meeting
- From a cell phone or tablet, download the Zoom app and enter the meeting ID
- Using just audio (without video), call 929-436-2866 and enter the meeting ID
Life with epilepsy can at times be stressful, overwhelming, and challenging to navigate; not just for the person diagnosed, but for their partner as well. Couples experiencing epilepsy face unique challenges together. At times a partner may serve as a caregiver, and with that comes navigating various responsibilities, over-protection, and concerns about well-being.
The EFEPA is launching a Couples Support Group specially designed for those diagnosed with epilepsy and their significant others. This new support group is tailored to the unique needs and shared experiences of couples facing an epilepsy diagnosis together, regardless of sexual orientation or relationship status. It’s our hope that we can overcome these challenges through our shared experiences, conversations and support for each other.
Facilitators: Rachel Robinson, Office Administrator
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Rachel at rrobinson@efepa.org or (215) 629-5003
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/92051950408
Meeting ID: 920 5195 0408
Schedule: Meetings are held bi-monthly on the 4th Thursday from 6:30 pm – 8 pm
2023 Dates:
February 23
April 27
June 22
August 24
October 26
December 21 (3rd Thursday)
Facilitator: Rena Loughlin, Program Director
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Rena at rloughlin@efepa.org or (215) 629-5003 ext.101
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/97549070118
Meeting ID: 975 4907 0118
Schedule: Meetings are held bi-monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 7-8:30 pm
2023 Dates:
February 8
April 12
June 14
August 9
October 11
December 13
Facilitator: Kerri Michnya, Lancaster & Berks County Resource Coordinator
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Kerri at kmichnya@efepa.org or (717) 449-1872
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/97361263359
Meeting ID: 973 6126 3359
Schedule: Meetings are held monthly on the 4th Tuesday from 6 – 7:30 pm
2023 Dates:
February 28 – Bowling Party
March 9 – Viewing Party for the Virtual Adult Epilepsy Conference, location TBD
April 25 – Peer to Peer Discussion
May – NO SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
June 27 – Picnic in the Park
July 25 – Peer to Peer Discussion
August – NO SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
September 26
October 24
November – NO SUPPORT GROUP MEETING
December 19
Facilitator: Denise Taylor & Sue Livingston
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Denise at denise.taylor@taiinc.com or Sue at susiegl@yahoo.com.
Location: Woodside Church, 1667 Edgewood Rd, Yardley, PA
Schedule: Meetings are held monthly on the 1st Thursday from 6:30 – 8 pm
2023 Dates:
February 2
March 2
April 6
May 4
June 1
July 6
August 3
September 7
October 5
November 2
December 7
Facilitator: Sue Livingston
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Sue at susiegl@yahoo.com
Location: Riddle Hospital Healthcare Center, Suite 101, 1118 W. Baltimore Pike, Media, PA
Schedule: Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Wednesday from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
2023 Dates:
March 8
April 12
May 10
June 14
July 12
August 9
September 13
October 11
November 8
December 13
Facilitator: Ellen Baca, Lehigh Valley Resource Coordinator
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Ellen at lv@efepa.org or (610) 737-0613
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/94283534995
Meeting ID: 942 8353 4995
Schedule: Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Thursday from 6 – 7:30 pm
2023 Dates:
February 9
March 9
April 13
May 11
June 8
July 13
August 10
September 14
October 12
November 9
December 14
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Mary Loughlin, Northeast Resource Coordinator, at epilepsywv@efepa.org or (570) 592-1150.
Schedule: Meetings are held monthly on the 4th Wednesday from 7 – 8:30 pm
2023 Dates:
February 22 – Mardi Gras Night: Gateway Apartments Community Building, 200 Gateway Drive, Edwardsville, PA
March 22
April 26
May 24
June 28
July 26
August 23
September 27
October 25
November 15
December 13
Facilitator: Rena Loughlin, Program Director
For questions or to RSVP, please contact Rena at rloughlin@efepa.org or (215) 629-5003 ext. 101
Meeting link: https://zoom.us/j/99073685980
Meeting ID: 990 7368 5980
Schedule: Meetings are held monthly on the 2nd Tuesday from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
2023 Dates:
February 14
March 14
April 11
May 9
June 13
July 11
August 8
September 12
October 10
November 14
December 12
