Our virtual Circle of Friends support groups provide educational and emotional support in a positive environment for people living with epilepsy and their families. They are led by trained volunteers who are dedicated to epilepsy support. To explore a leadership role, please email info@epilepsycowy.org or call us at 303-377-9774 or 888-378-9779.
Adult Online Support Group
Meets virtually the first Thursday of every month at 7 pm. Contact Kent at kent@thefamilywatson.com for more information.
Young Adult Online Support Group
We offer a virtual young adult support group on the second Thursday of every month from 5:30-7 pm. For more information contact Shannon at shansantangelo@gmail.com.
Teen Support Group
We offer a virtual teen support group run by one of our young volunteers the third Saturday of every month from 4-5 pm. For more information contact Kylee at kyleelovato@gmail.com.
Spanish Speaking Support Group
Our Spanish speaking support group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 pm. Email leigh@epilepsycowy.org for more information.
Parent Support Group
Our new Parent Support Group will meet via Zoom the fourth Monday of each month at 6 pm starting June 26. For more information and the link, please email parentsunite2023@gmail.com.
Wyoming Circle of Friends
We are in the process of establishing an in-person support group in Wyoming. Email marc@epilepsycowy.org for more information.
Facebook support groups:
Young Adult Sibling Bereavement Group
Join the Young Adult Bereavement Virtual Support Group hosted by the Epilepsy Foundation of America. This group is for people ages 18-26 to connect with others who have experienced the same loss. The group meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday at 7 PM EST. Register at https://bit.ly/3lEnBdd.
Peer Support Program
This free 6-month program partners adult Mentors and adult Mentees. Mentors are often people who have lived with seizures for a while and who feel comfortable sharing their story. Mentees are looking for guidance and support with the impact of seizures on their life. This program is available to both those who are diagnosed with epilepsy and those with non-epileptic seizures. It is also open to caretakers of those with epilepsy.
Networking Groups
CAN is a leadership group for adults living with or connected to epilepsy who support each other and the community through planning and implementing projects in their local community such as
- Social events
- Raising awareness about epilepsy
- Providing support by bringing programs and services directly to their neighborhoods, workplaces, and places of worship
- Planning service activities
- Advocacy
- Promoting fundraising opportunities
This group of passionate, dedicated, FUN individuals offers support and the opportunity to build lasting relationships. If you want to learn more or get involved, please email larissa@epilepsycolorado.org.
Regional Support Groups
Please contact group leaders to confirm details. These are community-led groups, not affiliated with the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado & Wyoming.
Boulder | Adults Living with Epilepsy
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month. 7 – 8:30 pm. Various locations in Boulder. Contact: John Stovall at 303-517-7006.
Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado
Comprehensive list of support groups across Colorado: Adults with brain injury: http://biacolorado.org/support-groups/
Grand Valley
Meets the 1st Wednesday of the month, 6 – 8 pm. Center for Independence, 740 Gunnison Ave., Grand Junction, CO 81501 Enter through the side door. Contact: Drene Stevens – 970-361-5495 or kadyb6@charter.net
Denver | Adult Surgery Group
Open to adults who are considering or have gone through surgery for epilepsy.
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month, 5 – 7 pm. University of Colorado Health Sciences Center, 12605 East 16th Ave., Aurora, CO 80045. Contact: Rhonda Debello, RN – 720-848-7696
Durango
Two groups offered: Adults and Youth Living with Challenging Health Conditions, Parents of Youth Living with Epilepsy.
Meets monthly at various locations. Contact: Liza Tergillus – 970-749-9607
Mountain Support Group | Eagle
Meets the second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 – 8 pm. Colorado Workspace 1099 Capitol Street Eagle, CO 81637. Contact Hannah Lovato: hannahlovato4@gmail.com
Wheat Ridge | Adults Living with Epilepsy
Meets 2nd Tuesday of each month, 6 – 7 pm. Lutheran Medical Center 8300 West 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, CO 80033. 2nd floor – Learning Center. Contact: Sara Minott – 303-425-2058.