Support Services
A broad range of support services is available through Epilepsy Ontario and our network of affiliated local epilepsy associations.
Some of the many programs and services which improve the quality of life for people living with epilepsy include:
- information and education services
- toll free information phone line
- literature/videos/multimedia
- Resource Centre and lending library
- Kids on the Block™ puppet troupes for children in kindergarten through Grade 7
- speakers bureau
- provincial and local newsletters
- medical forums and conferences
- workshops about employment, etc.
- children's camp and youth weekends
- counselling and referral services
- advocacy and human rights support
- support groups
- prevention programs
- tips about living with epilepsy
- service dogs, trained to assist those with severe seizure disorders
- chapter/contact development
* Please note: Services vary from region to region.
Not all of these programs and services are available in every region of Ontario.
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