When we think of people who advocate for children who are living with epilepsy, we often think of mothers, but in many cases fathers are the unsung heroes when it comes to peer networking and searching for ways to enhance their children’s quality of life. In recognition of June 16 being Father’s Day, Voices of [...]
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Six persevering students earn OBCL scholarship awards
OBCL Scholars (Left to right): Suzanne McGuire, Alexander Johnson, Kirsten Leusink, and Chloe Gallagher. The OBCL Epilepsy Scholarship Awards were presented June 4 to six students who all have one thing in common – they are living with epilepsy but they’re not letting it interfere with their future plans.Chloe Gallagher is one of the scholarship [...]
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Parent of children with epilepsy highlights importance of having an understanding employer
Kelly Cvijanovich recalls one year how she had used up all her sick days to be with her two sons who are both living with epilepsy — and it was only August. She knew she would need more days off. Her employer’s response? Don’t worry about it; take the time off you need. It’s this [...]
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Mother’s advocacy for sons aided by Epilepsy Ontario webinars
One thing Kelly Cvijanovich has discovered about having two sons who have epilepsy is that when it comes to obtaining supports and resources it’s important to be proactive and become an advocate for your children. This is exactly what she has done for her sons Dylan, 7, and Cameron, 3. Doctors don’t know what has [...]
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