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:
Wednesday, November 4th
3:00 PM
Seizure First Aid Certification Course
Virtual Via ZOOM
Friday, November 6th
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Art of Hope
Troy Studio, 621 River St, Troy, 12180
Tuesday, November 10th
6:00 PM
Dinnertime with a Doctor
Virtual Via ZOOM
Presented by Dr. Manisha Holmes
Tuesday, November 10th
6:00 PM
Dinnertime with a Doctor – Watch Party
St. James School Library, 20 S Gordon St., Gouverneur NY
Join Dr. Manisha Holmes for the first Virtual Dinnertime with a Doctor and enjoy catering from NY Pizzeria of Gouverneur at the Watch Party in Gouverneur, NY.
Presented by Dr. Manisha Holmes
Friday, November 13th
12:00 PM
Dementia & Epilepsy Webinar
Virtual Via ZOOM
Presented by Dr. Haythum Tayeb
Friday, November 13th
12:00 PM
Dementia & Epilepsy Webinar – Watch Party
Gouverneur Community Center Media Room, 4673 State Highway 58, Gouverneur NY
Join Dr. Tayeb for an informative webinar exploring the relationship between dementia and epilepsy and enjoy light refreshments at the Watch Party in Gouverneur, NY.
Presented by Dr. Haythum Tayeb
Wednesday, November 18th
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
45th Anniversary Awards Luncheon
Duo at the Dunes, 257 Washington Ave Ext, Albany
Saturday, November 21st
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Music and Epilepsy: A Concert/Lecture on the Power of Music
Virtual Via ZOOM
Dr. E and the Synaptic Groove Band will demonstrate how music can address epilepsy-associated issues.
1,204
Professionals Educated
1,161
Students Educated
*Numbers reflect individuals educated from January, 1st – September, 30th 2025*
