Celebrating a legacy of education, advocacy, and support. Together, we move forward so no one faces epilepsy alone.
Welcome to the Epilepsy Foundation
of Northeastern New York!
Our team is here for you and your family through every step of your epilepsy journey. One of our primary goals is to provide accessible, current information about epilepsy/seizure disorders to individuals with epilepsy, parents, family members, and friends.
The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation is to improve the lives of people affected by epilepsy through education, advocacy, research and connection. EFNENY serves 22 counties including the Capital Region, the North Country, and the Upper Hudson Valley.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday, August 15th
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Kids Crew Firehouse Adventure
Latham Fire Department
226 Old Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110
Wednesday, September 2nd
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Seizure First Aid Certification Course
Virtual via ZOOM
Wednesday, September 9th
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Medication Adherence Webinar
Virtual via ZOOM
Presented by Marjorie Bunch
Sunday, September 13th
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
18th Annual Walk for Epilepsy
Saratoga Spa State Park, Saratoga Springs, NY
Tuesday, September 22nd
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dinner with a Doctor: September
Nicolino’s Restaurant, 4513 State Highway 30, Amsterdam
Presented by Dr. Lindsay Ferraro
Monday, October 5th
10:30 AM
Golf Tournament for Epilepsy
Wolferts Roost Country Club, 120 Van Rensselaer Blvd, Albany, NY 12204
Thursday October 15th
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Febrile Seizures Webinar
VIrtual via ZOOM
Presented by Dr. Wolf and Patty McGoldrick, NP
1,204
Professionals Educated
1,161
Students Educated
*Numbers reflect individuals educated from January, 1st – September, 30th 2025*
