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The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago’s objective is to help people with epilepsy live their everyday lives. And in order to do so, we serve our constituents through three primary avenues of support.
We are committed to giving people impacted by epilepsy the ability to successfully advocate for themselves and the epilepsy community. These advocates speak to the needs of people with epilepsy and share their personal stories.
We are committed to giving people impacted by epilepsy the ability to successfully advocate for themselves and the epilepsy community. These advocates speak to the needs of people with epilepsy and share their personal stories.
Our organization provides free, age-appropriate educational programs for students, teachers, nurses, and other school staff, as well as corporate offices, on seizure recognition and first aid. These programs help to minimize stigma and alleviate misconceptions related to epilepsy.
The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago has a wide array of programs and support services that are all offered at no cost.
The Education Team uses classroom lectures and events to teach groups, schools and communities about epilepsy and seizure response.
Tony has faced serious challenges in his life, but that does not stop him from looking on the brighter side of things. In fact, he lives by a simple motto: the glass is always half full. “There are good things in the world,” says Tony. “Enjoy the moment because every day is a gift.” In…
It is with a heavy heart that we share with you that James Davies, a true pillar of the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, passed away on May 5, 2020. James’ commitment to the epilepsy community and EFGC started decades ago. He had suffered from a Traumatic Brain Injury while serving in the Vietnam War.…
How I Champion My Health With Epilepsy By Ted Hardaway When I was twelve, I experienced a grand-mal seizure that for me and my parents was extremely scary and concerning. Over the course of years, I saw neurology physicians and underwent testing to see what was the cause of the seizure. It was determined that…
