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Southfield Office 25200 Telegraph Rd. | Suite 110 Southfield, MI 48033 (248) 351-7979 (248) 351-2101 Fax Grand Rapids Office 161 Ottawa Ave. NW | Suite 211 Grand Rapids, MI 49503 (616) 454-7979 www.epilepsymichigan.org [email protected] (800) 377-6226 Epilepsy Checklist… Living well with epilepsy may be as simple as taking daily medication to control seizures. In many cases, though, it can be more challenging. Look over this checklist to see if you’re doing everything you can to manage your condition: ¨ I am fully aware of the various treatments for epilepsy and understand their uses, potential benefits, and potential risks ¨ I have access to and can afford the health care and medications I need ¨ I am satisfied with my seizure control ¨ I am not bothered by medication side effects ¨ I am satisfied with my ability to think and learn ¨ I am succeeding in school or the workplace ¨ I know how to manage my stress ¨ I have people I can talk to about epilepsy ¨ I am confident that others will know what to do if I have a seizure ¨ I have opportunities to socialize and have fun in a safe and accepting environment ¨ I am living well with epilepsy If you left any of these unchecked, the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan may be able to help you. Through one-on-one assistance, educational workshops, epilepsy awareness and first aid training for public and professional audiences, public policy advocacy, and social and recreational opportunities, we help people with epilepsy and their families reach their goals.
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Southfield Office
25200 Telegraph Rd. | Suite 110
Southfield, MI 48033
(248) 351-7979
(248) 351-2101 Fax
Grand Rapids Office
161 Ottawa Ave. NW | Suite 211
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 454-7979
www.epilepsymichigan.org
(800) 377-6226
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Epilepsy Checklist…
Living well with epilepsy may be as simple as taking daily medication to control seizures. In many cases, though, it can be more challenging. Look over this checklist to see if you’re doing everything you can to manage your condition:
¨ I am fully aware of the various treatments for epilepsy and understand their uses, potential benefits, and potential risks
¨ I have access to and can afford the health care and medications I need
¨ I am satisfied with my seizure control¨ I am not bothered by medication
side effects¨ I am satisfied with my ability to think
and learn¨ I am succeeding in school or
the workplace¨ I know how to manage my stress¨ I have people I can talk to about epilepsy¨ I am confident that others will know what
to do if I have a seizure¨ I have opportunities to socialize and have
fun in a safe and accepting environment¨ I am living well with epilepsy
If you left any of these unchecked, the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan may be able to help you.
Through one-on-one assistance, educational workshops, epilepsy awareness and first aid training for public and professional audiences, public policy advocacy, and social and recreational opportunities, we help people with epilepsy and their families reach their goals.
Education & Consultation Information and guidance, through both one-on-one and group interactions, that promote effective management of epilepsy and related issues. Services include our toll-free Here for You Helpline, monthly Learn & Share Conference Calls, the annual Wellness & Epilepsy Conference, and epilepsy self-management programs. As needed, Individual Advocacy services are offered to resolve conflicts in areas such as employment, education, healthcare, public benefits, and legal matters.
Camp Discovery 5-day, 4-night camp for youth with epilepsy that builds social skills, self-esteem, independence, and lifelong friendships; features a variety of exciting recreational activities, an “Ask the Pediatric Neurologist” session, and 24-hour medical staffing.
Social & Enrichment Programs Opportunities for networking, informal learning, and creative expression with others touched by epilepsy, including Open Houses, Community Nights, our Celebrating Abilities event, and the Studio E Art Therapy program.
AdvocacyOngoing efforts to protect the rights of people with epilepsy and promote public policies that benefit them; public policy priorities include access to medication and specialty healthcare services, patient safety, and mental health parity; the Foundation’s public policy agenda is promoted through grassroots efforts and regular communication with policy makers.
Seizure Smart Tailored epilepsy awareness and first aid workshops for students, educators, school nurses, first responders, senior service providers, and other public and professional audiences.
Innovative Therapies & Research Advancing the understanding of epilepsy that will lead to better treatment, more effective prevention, and ultimately to a cure. We fund research that is focused on a cure for epilepsy and aimed at eliminating seizures, side effects, and other consequences of epilepsy. We are focused on promising new ideas and discoveries that have potential for breakthroughs in the treatment, management, and prevention of epilepsy.
What is Epilepsy?Epilepsy is a chronic brain disorder, the hallmark of which is recurrent, unprovoked seizures. Sometimes referred to as “a seizure disorder,” epilepsy is the fourth most common neurological condition, with 1 in 26 people experiencing it in their lifetime. Epilepsy varies from person to person in terms of seizure types experienced, age of onset, the presence of other neurological conditions, response to treatment, and overall prognosis. In addition to unpredictable seizures, people with epilepsy may struggle with depression and anxiety, memory problems, medication side effects, school issues, employment difficulties, stigma, and a number of other challenges.
OUR MISSIONThe Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan leads the fight to stop seizures, find a cure, and overcome challenges created by epilepsy. OUR VISIONA world without epilepsy; lives free from seizures.
WHO WE AREEstablished in 1948, the Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan is the only statewide non-profit organization focusing on epilepsy.
What we do…we change lives!
The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan leads the fight to stop seizures, find a cure, and overcome challenges created by epilepsy. Here’s how:
