Information Resources for Seniors
There are many books and information packages about epilepsy available now. There are many choices of books for different age groups and written in different languages. Unfortunately, much of this is written for health care practitioners and specialists. The medical and clinical language of these books may be difficult to understand. On the other hand, it is an asset to try to widen your understanding of epilepsy or a seizure disorder at that level. Learning the medical terminology well may be helpful during your visits to your specialist or physician.
There are few resources for specific information on seniors and epilepsy. You may have to settle for reading general information written for adults with epilepsy, and then evaluate your own personal experiences and changes in relation to what you have read.
Obtaining and possessing books, pamphlets or information packages about epilepsy can also be used to educate others about your seizure disorder. You can use simple books to explain to children or you can give out general information through pamphlets. In this package, you will find a Reading List compiled of books about epilepsy for all reading levels and for different issues. However it is not a complete list and the contents of these books have not been evaluated.
Where to Find These Resources
Your Local Epilepsy ChapterThis is a good place to start when you are looking for information and books. Your local Epilepsy Ontario Chapter may be able to suggest appropriate reading material. Some chapters have resource centres containing books, videos and other materials, with lending privileges for members. This is also a good place to get information published by pharmaceutical manufacturers.
Your Local Public LibraryLocal public libraries may have videos, cassettes, talking books and large print materials on epilepsy. If they are not available, you can order your books through an interlibrary loans. (The library will borrow the books from another library in Ontario.) A library is also a great resource centre to learn how to use the Internet to search a desired topic. Home Library Services may be available at some libraries.
The Government of Ontario has created the Information Network for Ontario (INFO), an interlibrary loan system. Interlibrary loans provide access to materials not held by a local public library. There are 2 service districts in Ontario: Ontario Library Service-North (OLS-North) and Ontario Library Service-South (OLS-South). Most material found in a library may be requested on interlibrary loan, but there are some restrictions. In addition, there may be charges to pay and there may be special instructions for use and handling of any borrowed material. Contact your local library for more details about interlibrary loans.
BookstoresMost bookstores will order any book you wish to buy. You may also order materials on epilepsy on the websites of larger bookstore chains:
The InternetYou will find much information about epilepsy on the Internet. After perusing this site, use the links to visit related sites.
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