The Epilepsy Foundation
The Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria provides support for people living with epilepsy and their families to help them live better lives.
Our services include information, advice and support, epilepsy counselling and practical assistance, as well as education and training, research and advocacy on behalf of people with epilepsy.
We work to raise awareness of epilepsy in organisations and the broader community to reduce the stigma and create a more welcoming and inclusive society.
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For more information please visit our website www.epinet.org.au
Where we began
The Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria was formed by a group of concerned parents in May 1964 to provide support and information to all Victorians affected by epilepsy. Initially called the Victorian Bureau for Epilepsy, one of the first priorities was accommodation following the closure in 1963 of what was known as the Talbot Colony for Epileptics.
The organisation's name changed to the Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria in 1978 and the next few years saw its continued rapid development including the appointment of a consultant medical officer and the establishment of a medical advisory panel.
Today, the Foundation continues to work towards the aims of enhancing the quality of life for people living with epilepsy, and improving community awareness and understanding.
Snapshot of services
We aim to provide relevant, supportive and practical services that make a difference to the lives of people living with epilepsy, in a timely way along each individual’s journey with epilepsy.
People may seek our services for a wide variety of reasons, and their needs will vary depending on many factors: age and stage of life, individual needs (for example, needs regarding schooling, employment, driving or pregnancy), the unique problems or issues a person may be facing arising from the type of epilepsy they may have (for example, if they are considering undergoing surgery), and their personal goals and aspirations for the future.
Our services include:
-epilepsy counselling and practical support for individuals and their families or carers
-the provision of up-to-date information and resources on all aspects of living with epilepsy
-education and training about epilepsy – for schools, the medical and allied health profession and the wider community
-advocacy on behalf of groups and individuals with epilepsy
-social research and policy reform so that we can understand more about epilepsy and changing needs, and improve our services.
Our services are tailored to respond to each person’s unique goals and aspirations. We spend time with people to learn about their life and family situation and gain an understanding of what they want to achieve, and then determine how best we can help.
To speak with one of our epilepsy counsellors, kindly call the Epilepsy Foundation on 03 9805 9111 or the National Epilepsy Helpline 1300 852 853.
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