January 2025 Support Group at Jaslok Hospital
2025-01-11 14:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata) | Maharashtra
In January 2025, Samman Association and Jaslok Hospital (Mumbai) will hold a support group for peopel woth epilepsy.

The topic of discussion will be epilepsy in the elderly.
Date: January 11, 2025 (Saturday)
More details soon.

Samman Contingent running at the TATA Mumbai Marathon
2025-01-19 05:00 - 12:00 | Maharashtra
Over 40 people will be representing and running for Samman Association at India’s biggest marathon – The TATA Mumbai Marathon on January 19, 2025 (Sunday).
They all will run for epilepsy awraeness and stamping ou epilepsy stigma.
More power to them!
Stay tuned for snaps and updates from the event.

Rural Epilepsy Camp at Dharampur, Gujarat
2025-02-02 | Maharashtra
Samman will be continuing to conduct rural epilepsy medical camps in Dharampur, Gujarat, as part of our mission to amplify epilepsy care in rural India.
Our next clinic is on February 2, 2025 (Sunday).
Stay tuned on our ‘Recent Actitivtes’ tab to read about the camp and its activities.

February 2025 Support Group Meeting at ADAPT
2025-02-08 14:30 - 17:00 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Samman Association is organizing its February Suport GRoup on February 8, 2025 (Saturday) at ADAPT HAll, Bandra West.
Registered members are requested to arrive by 2:15 PM at ADAPT Hall, ground floor, so we can get started on time.
Here’s our agenda:
– We’ll be sharing our visions and ideas for Samman’s future awareness activities
– All of us will get to share how we would like to contribute to Samman’s bright future (we want to hear from EVERYONE!)
– Each of us will have 2-3 minutes to share our thoughts, so please come prepared and organized
Don’t worry, we won’t be all work and no play!
After the meeting, we have some fun activities and masti lined up to celebrate International Epilepsy Day.
See yo

Samman Online Meeting on March 8
2025-03-08 14:30 - 17:00 | Maharashtra
Samman Online Meeting on March 8
All are warmly invited to attend an online talk organised by Samman featuring Dr. Natasha Tipnis Shah.
The topic is Temporal Lobe Epilepsy & More.
Date: March 8 Saturday
Time: 2 pm
Zoom Meeting ID and Link will be shared on Saturday morning.

Jiyo Samman Se | Mumbai's First Ever Epilepsy Awareness Run | March 23, 2025
2025-03-23 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Let’s Paint Mumbai Purple for Epilepsy Awareness! 💜
Samman Association is proud to announce its very first Marathon: JIYO SAMMAN SE – Run for Epilepsy Awareness! 🏃‍♀🏃‍♂
🏅 Race Categories: 3KM | 5KM | 10KM
🗓 Date: 23rd March, 2025
📍 Venue: Mindspace, Malad, Mumbai
👟 Who Can Join? Everyone!
Whether you run, walk, or jog—every effort counts!
Register here🔗
https://www.townscript.com/e/jiyo-samman-se-run-for-epilepsy-awareness-330422
Let’s make history with Samman’s inaugural marathon as we come together to Stamp out Seizure Stigma and Paint Mumbai Purple for Epilepsy Awareness💪

Samman Summer Sports Camp on April 27, 2025 at ADAPT
2025-04-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
We’re thrilled to invite you to our Samman Summer Sports Camp on April 27th (Sunday) at ADAPT!
⛺Join us for a fun-filled Sunday morning of indoor games and friendly competition.⛺
You can bring your family along! 👨‍👨‍👧‍👧
🏁Event Details
– Date: April 27th, Sunday
– Time: 10am to 12pm
– Location: ADAPT, Bandra
FREE REGISTRATION
Lunch will be served
Please register your names on this number as soon as possible.

Epilepsy Rural Camp at Dahanu on May 11, 2025
2025-05-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Maharashtra
Samman will be back in Cottage hospital of Dahanu to conduct quaterly epilepsy rural camp.
Date: May 11 (Sunday)
Time: 9am onwards

Rural Epilepsy Camp at Dharampur, Gujarat on May 18, 2025
2025-05-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Maharashtra
Samman will be continuing to conduct rural epilepsy medical camps in Dharampur, Gujarat, as part of our mission to amplify epilepsy care in rural India.
Our next clinic is on May 18, 2025 (Sunday).
Stay tuned on our ‘Recent Actitivtes’ tab to read about the camp and its activities.

Samman Association Annual General Meeting 2025
2025-05-31 15:30 - 17:00 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Dear Members,
We are pleased to invite you to attend the Annual General Meeting of Samman Association on Saturday, May 31, 2025 at ADAPT, Bandra Reclamation.
Meeting will commence at 03:30 pm and will be followed by snacks.
Agenda of the meeting will be emailed soon.
Kindly confirm your attendance before 25th May. 🙏🏻
Please RSVP on by email or Whatsapp.

Empower through Yoga: 21-Day Yoga Program
2025-06-01 - 2025-07-21 | online
We’re excited to announce a FREE 21-Day Yoga Program — Empower through Yoga 🧘🏽‍♀️🧘🏽‍♂️
Starting from June 1st, join us for daily online yoga sessions of relaxation, movement, and mindfulness, packed with fun activities. 😌
Led by our member Aneeta Dominic — an expert yoga therapist and healthcare consultant. 👩‍⚕
A great opportunity to explore how yoga can help with seizure management. 📝
To register, reply with your name to this message.

Taking Charge, Together | Support Group at Nair Hospital
2025-06-23 13:30 - 14:30 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Join us for a special Support Group for People with Epilepsy – an open space to share, learn, and grow. 🧠💜📍 TNMC & Nair Hospital📅 23 June 2024 | ⏰ 1:30 – 2:30 PM📌 Oncology Seminar Room, 4th Floor, OPD BuildingSnacks included. Let’s break the stigma. #AllAreWelcome
📲 Register via WhatsApp: +91 91370 65004

Memory & Epilepsy | Online talk by Dr. Urvashi Shah (Neuropsychologist)
2025-07-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Maharashtra
Memory Mein Locha?
— An online talk by our dear Dr. Urvashi Shah (Neuropsychologist)
Join us for Samman’s July Support Group session to explore memory, brain health, and get your questions answered!
📅 Date: Saturday, 12 July 2025
🕝 Time: 2:30 PM
💻 Platform: Zoom
Zoom link will be shared shortly.
Please block your calendar

Sitaare Zameen Par FREE Movie Screening
2025-07-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Maharashtra
FREE MOVIE Screening!
ChildRaise Trust is hosting an exclusive screening of Sitaare Zameen Par at Citylights Cinema, Mahim.
Samman has secured 40 free tickets for this show!
🗓 Date: 13th July Sunday
🕓 Time: 4 PM
📍 Venue: Citylights Cinema, Mahim
If you’d like to attend, please register soon — but do note that if you book, you must join us, as these tickets are specially reserved for our group.

Art & Epilepsy Workshop | August Support Group
2025-08-02 14:00 - 17:00 | online
Art has the power to express what words or gestures cannot.
For those living with epilepsy, it can be a way to emote creatively, a way to deal with intense emotions, a way to express and release anxiety, and sometimes maybe battle isolation through colors, shapes, creativity, and more.
At Samman’s August Support Group Meeting, we’re hosting a truly special Art & Epilepsy Workshop led by Pallavi Saxena (@pallavi_art_ ), a deeply talented artist and epilepsy warrior.
Whether you’re living with epilepsy, caring for someone who is, or simply curious, join in. It’s free and for all.
No prior experience needed in art.
Just come with an open heart.
👉Saturday, 2nd August 2025
🕝 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
📍 Online on Zoom
(Link will be shared upon registration)
Let this space be your support.

Free Talk on Self-Image Branding for Epilepsy Warriors
2025-08-23 14:30 - 16:00 | online
Join us for an inspiring session with Jerusha Ranshinge – Master Trainer and Samman Member – as she shares how to build your self-image and brand yourself for success!✨
🗓 Date: Saturday, 23rd August 2025
🕒 Time: 2:30 PM onwards
📍 On Zoom
Free for all.

Samman at Epilepsy Conference 2025 in Chennai
2025-08-24 14:00 - 16:00 | Maharashtra
This weekend, Team Samman Association is proud to bring the patient perspective to the forefront at the prestigious ECON Conference 2025 in Chennai – one of India’s leading forums on neurology and epilepsy care.
Our members will be sharing powerful insights on topics that matter deeply to every patient, caregiver, and healthcare provider:
–Why the Patient Voice Matters in IGAP and Epilepsy Care – Pooja Nandi
-Insurance Issues in Epilepsy Care – Akanksha Patankar–Role of Caregivers and Family Support – Deepesh Palkar–Mental Health and Emotional Well-being in Epilepsy – Ankush–Epilepsy and Brain Wellness – Aneeta Dominic
We aim to reduce stigma, drive inclusion, and highlight the real challenges faced by people with epilepsy and their families.
Stay tuned as we amplify the patient voice in epilepsy care and align with the WHO IGAP framework for global action on epilepsy and other neurological disorders.
Wishing our members the very best!

Samman September Support Group
2025-09-13 14:30 - 17:00 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
This month, as we celebrate Lord Ganesh, let’s draw inspiration from Bappa – the remover of obstacles🙏🏻
We invite you to join in discussing: Finding Strength with Bappa’s Blessings ✨
🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
🕑 Time: 2:30 PM onwards
📍 Venue: First floor, ADAPT, Bandra West
Please message on this number to register. 🌸

October Support Group Meeting at MGM Hospital, Kamothe
2025-10-11 11:30 - 13:00 | Maharashtra
Samman’s October Support Group Meeting
Join us at MGM Hospital Kamothe for our next support group.
👉🏽 11th October 2025
👉🏽 11.30am
👉🏽 Auditorium, MGM Hospital, Kamothe
Please share your names on this number.
Looking forward to seeing you all there! 💜

Rural Epilepsy Camp in Dahanu
2025-11-02 09:00 - 17:00 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Samman Association’s next Rural Medical Camp for Epilepsy will be held at Cottage Hospital, Dahanu on 2nd November 2025.A team of neurologists, physiotherapists, psychologists, and volunteers will offer free epilepsy consultations, medicines, physiotherapy, EEGs, and counseling for patients from nearby rural areas.These quarterly camps aim to improve access to quality epilepsy care and support for patients and their families in underserved regions.

Samman Annual Picnic 2025
2025-11-09 08:00 - 17:00 | Mumbai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
As we celebrate National Epilepsy Awareness Month, and ahead of India’s National Epilepsy Day, get ready for our much-awaited Samman Picnic on 9th November 2025 at Gorai Farm!A day filled with laughter, games, good food, and togetherness — this annual gathering brings epilepsy warriors, caregivers, and doctors together to relax, connect, and celebrate life beyond epilepsy.

Yoga & Meditation Hour for Caregivers
2025-11-16 09:00 - 10:00 | online
Join us this Sunday – November 16th – from 9 AM onwards for a peaceful Yoga and Meditation Hour dedicated to the caregivers and parents of persons with epilepsy (PWE).A gentle session to relax, recharge, and focus on your own well-being — because caregivers need care too.

National Epilepsy Day Facebook Live Event
2025-11-17 18:00 - 19:00 | online
National Epilepsy Day • Facebook Live Special
Join us this National Epilepsy Day as we come together to raise awareness, share knowledge, and break the silence around epilepsy.
17 November 2025 | 6–7 PM
Samman is hosting a Facebook Live with
– Dr. Jayanti Mani, Neurologist & Epilepsy Specialist
– Neeta Sodhi Patil, Clinical Psychologist and Epilepsy Advocate.
Let’s talk about treatment, mental health, resilience, and hope 💜

21-Day Yoga with Samman
2025-12-01 | Maharashtra
We bring back the FREE 21-Day Yoga Program — Empower through Yoga 🧘🏽‍♀️🧘🏽‍♂️
Daily from 1st Dec to 21st Dec (Online)
Choose your slot
– 9am to 10am
OR
– 6pm to 7pm
Led by our member Aneeta Dominic — an expert yoga therapist and healthcare consultant. 👩‍⚕️
Did you know?
Yoga can help calm the nervous system, reduce stress and anxiety, and even potentially reduce seizure frequency? 🤯
To register, simply reply with your name to this number.

Christmas Party at December Support Group Meeting
2025-12-21 14:30 - 17:00 | Maharashtra
Samman’s December Support Group Meeting
Join us for an afternoon of sharing and celebration!
When: December 21 (Sunday), 2:30-4:30 pm
Where: ADAPT, Bandra Reclamation
Join us as we share epilepsy stories and spread cheer to bring in Christmas and New Year.
FREE REGISTRATION | SNACKS PROVIDED
Please share your names soon.

50 million steps for Epilepsy Awareness 2026
2026-01-05 | Maharashtra
The most awaited 50 million steps for Epilepsy Awareness global campaign is back.
Join Samman in reaching the milestone and improving epilepsy visibility in India.
Campaign duration:
January 5th to February 9th, 2026
Join our common WhatsApp group for regular updates.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kd0Z8WfsClaIhrnKURDCy3

Understanding Anti-Seizure Medicines with Dr Natasha Tipnis Shah
2026-01-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Maharashtra
January Support Group – Online Meeting
Understanding Anti-Seizure Medicines — a Guide for Patients & Caregivers
Many of us living with epilepsy and our families have questions about medications — how they work, how to use them safely, and more.
Join us for an insightful online session with Dr. Natasha Tipnis Shah (Neurologist) as we discuss:
– how anti-seizure medicines work
– side-effects & safety monitoring
– do’s and don’ts patients should know
🗓 January 11, 2026 (Sunday)
⏰ 5 PM onwards
💻 Online on Zoom. Link will be shared shortly.
Open to all

Samman at Tata Mumbai Marathon 2026
2026-01-18 07:30 - 09:30 | Maharashtra
💜 Come Cheer for the Samman Squad at TMM 2026! 💜
This 18th January, our Samman runners will take to the streets of Mumbai at CST — running not just for fitness, but to paint the city purple for epilepsy awareness.
This year marks 12 years of Samman at India’s biggest marathon.
Bring your smiles, your voices, and your purple spirit — every cheer fuels a runner, and every runner carries a message of hope.
And while you’re with us, support our fundraising campaign for rural epilepsy camps — helping bring free care, medicines, and awareness to underserved communities: https://www.unitedwaymumbai.org/tmm/view-ngo-520
Let’s show Mumbai what solidarity looks like. Cheer for change. 💜

JIYO SAMMAN SE RUN 2026
2026-02-01 06:00 - 21:30 | Maharashtra
Samman Association presents the JIYO SAMMAN SE RUN 2026
India’s Only Timed Run for Epilepsy Awareness is Back!
Registrations Open
🗓️ 1st Feb 2026📍Bandra Fort
Run Categories:
👨‍👩‍👧 3K Fun Run
🔥 5K Timed Run
🏆 10K Timed Run
🔗 Register now: https://epilepsymumbai.org/jiyo-samman-se-run/
Make every step count for the biggest fight against epilepsy!
