What We Do
The Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan leads the fight to stop seizures. We do this by helping people with epilepsy and those who care for them to better manage this neurological condition. We also support research to develop new treatments for epilepsy and eventually find a cure.
Community Education
Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan is committed to increasing awareness of epilepsy among professionals and the public. Community understanding and support can play a key role in improving the lives of people with epilepsy. This includes the ability to recognize different types of seizures and respond appropriately. It also includes recognizing that epilepsy can be a lot more than just seizures.
Through a variety of services, the Foundation reduces stigma, corrects misconceptions, and provides professionals with tools and information to help their clients with epilepsy succeed.
Seizure Recognition & First Aid Training
Tailored epilepsy awareness and first aid training for a variety of audiences, including school staff, first responders, caregivers, and more.
Learn & Share Conference Calls
Conference calls sharing ideas on a variety of epilepsy-related topics featuring expert speakers.
Challenge of the Year
Each year, we focus our efforts on making a significant impact with one specific epilepsy-related issue.
Epilepsy Management
Managing seizures is only a part of this fight. We recognize the profound impact epilepsy can have on social and emotional well-being, memory and thinking, physical health, school and job performance, and self-sufficiency. As such, we equip people with the information, skills, and resources they need to reach their personal goals and minimize epilepsy’s impact on daily life.
Advocacy
Individual Advocacy
If you believe your rights have been violated or you have a conflict regarding employment, school, healthcare, public benefits, or any other area, we can help.
Public Policy Advocacy
Epilepsy Foundation of Michigan advocates for public policies that protect the rights of people with epilepsy and support them in achieving their goals.
Social Opportunities
While people with epilepsy and their families value the educational services we provide, sometimes opportunities to simply meet others living with the condition can be just as valuable. Social gatherings offer opportunities to network, share experiences, build social skills, and get some respite from the daily struggles of living with epilepsy. They also remind people touched by epilepsy that they are not alone.