Seizures are not the same for everyone and happen at unexpected times in any location. For individuals experiencing seizures, public education and knowledge is essential to their safety and well being.
The Epilepsy Foundation offers a variety of education programs designed to increase knowledge of epilepsy, seizure recognition and first aid.
SCHOOLS
Programs designed uniquely for classrooms, teachers, administrators, and nurses to provide and range of information from seizure safety to establishing a seizure action plan.
CAREGIVERS AND GENERAL PUBLIC
Programs designed to give a thorough general knowledge of seizure types, how to recognize seizures when they happen and how to keep individuals experiencing seizures safe.
BUSINESSES
Programs designed to increase awareness and recognition highlighting seizure safety.
FIRST RESPONDERS AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Programs designed to assist in better understanding of seizure recognition and how to better respond.
1 in 26 People
1 in 10 People
Will develop epilepsy in their lifetime
Will have a seizure in their lifetime