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Hard-hitting epilepsy documentary aims to broaden awareness

October 10, 2013

A documentary screening in Toronto this month will provide viewers a first-hand glimpse of what it’s like to live with epilepsy and how seizure disorders can alienate people, lead to anxiety and depression and create a detrimental impact on lives.This may sound unsettling but that’s exactly the reaction people need to have to better understand…

Why hiring people with epilepsy makes good business sense

October 2, 2013

Employers who make a point of hiring people with epilepsy are not just doing the right thing; they’re making a smart business decision, says employment consultant Tim Nourse. The reason for this is simple, Nourse says: by hiring people with epilepsy and other seizure disorders, employers are creating a more diverse workforce that is “more…

Epilepsy and employment: what you should know

September 18, 2013

Tim Nourse recounts the story of an acquaintance living with a seizure disorder who is a highly-valued employee of a nationwide corporation. Despite the fact this individual’s seizures are fully under control and her employer has an excellent track record of accommodating people with all disabilities, she has never disclosed her condition. Nourse, an employment…

Project creating consistent epilepsy resources, information across Ont.

September 11, 2013

People with epilepsy living in all regions of the province can expect to have increased access to consistent educational resources and supports in the next three years, thanks to a project funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation. Epilepsy Ontario has received funding for the From Isolation to Inclusion project, which aims to enhance the capacity…