Please join us on Friday, November 13th at 7:30am for our monthly breakfast meeting to hear our featured speaker Leigh Goldie, founder and Executive Director of Empowering Epilepsy.
Leigh will share the story behind Empowering Epilepsy and its work to raise epilepsy awareness, provide education and resources, and help individuals and families affected by epilepsy live fuller, more confident lives.
Come learn more about an organization making an important difference in our community and the people behind its mission. Guests are always welcome! Click here to register.
Epilepsy At A Glance
- 1 In 10 people will experience a seizure in their lifetime
- 1 In 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy
- 39% of adults who experienced seizures in the past year had not seen a neurologist
- 65K people in Northeast Ohio have active epilepsy
What is Empowering Epilepsy?
Empowering Epilepsy connects people with epilepsy to experts and peers for education, care, and friendship.
They anchor a caring community that empowers members and their loved ones to better understand and manage their treatment plan throughout their epilepsy journey.
They offer many free educational programs and services to teach you more about your epilepsy diagnosis and treatment plan, and better managing your emotional health.
National Epilepsy Awareness Month
November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM). This year's theme, "Where Community Sparks Hope," serves as a reminder that no one impacted by epilepsy should have to navigate their journey alone.
Hope grows through the connections people build with family, friends, caregivers, healthcare providers, advocates, and peers who offer support, understanding, and encouragement.
During NEAM, everyone is invited to come together to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and strengthen the community that helps people with epilepsy thrive.
How Can I Help?
- Join us for our meeting to hear Leigh Goldie speak about epilepsy
- Learn more about how to support Empowering Epilepsy's NEAM efforts
- Sign up for a free seizure first aid training