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Voices of Epilepsy

SEAC webinar to address needs of students with epilepsy

January 17, 2014

Epilepsy Ontario is presenting a free information webinar Jan. 23 aimed at developing clear messaging about the kind of educational supports children with epilepsy need. The webinar will bring together Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) representatives from across Ontario, including many who will be advocating for the creation of protocols outlining supports that should be…

[Event] Summerfest 2014

January 10, 2014

Nothing says summer like spending a week (or two!) at camp. Fun in the sun away from home is a tempting prospect for any kid, including kids living with epilepsy.  If your child has epilepsy, we understand your concerns about safety when it comes to registering your child for an unforgettable summer camp experience. With…

Film screening inspires James Burnett to share story of living with epilepsy

January 10, 2014

While attending the Canadian premiere screening of On the Edge: Living with Epilepsy in October, James Burnett said he wanted to write a letter to Epilepsy Ontario detailing what life with a seizure disorder has been like for him and to share helpful coping mechanisms. Burnett’s decision to share his story was well timed. On…

Surgery has provided Kerry Jenkins with new lease on life

January 8, 2014

Peterborough resident Kerry Jenkins says the deep brain stimulation (DBS) surgery she had in December 2012 has offered her a new lease on life. While the surgery reduced the number of seizures she was having by nearly half, what has helped her in her journey has been the support of her husband and in-laws and…