Programs

25 Apr

Educational Conferences

April 25, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

Please join us for the 2020 Virtual Adult Epilepsy Conference 11/9, 11/10, and 11/12!

This FREE 3-night event will feature two speakers/night from 5:00 – 6:30 PM (MST). Register for one, two, or all three nights!

DAY 3 REGISTRATION

2019 Annual Epilepsy Pediatric Patient Care Conference Presentations

Presented in partnership with Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

Surgical Innovations for Treating Epilepsy Medical Management of Seizures and Epilepsy Diagnosing Epilepsy in Children and Adolescents

2018 Annual Epilepsy Pediatric Patient Care Conference Presentations

Presented in partnership with Barrow Neurological Institute at Phoenix Children’s Hospital.

Epilepsy Surgery PPT Independence and Empowerment PPT Ketogenic PPT Epilepsy Medication PPT

Interested in sponsoring an upcoming conference? contact the Foundation at AZ@EFA.org or call (602) 282-3515

06 Aug

By Epilepsy Arizona

Events Programs

Seizure First Aid Certification

August 6, 2020 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

How can I become Seizure First Aid Certified?

Seizure First Aid Certification Training is offered online by the Epilepsy Foundation of America with instructor-led webinars.

UPCOMING TRAININGS

To take an online class:

Register by clicking on the registration link. (If you are taking the training with others, each person needs to register separately.)
After you register, you will receive a confirmation email with a link to a pre-test.
Take a pre-test before the training.
You will receive training materials by email.
Allow 75 minutes for the training.
At the end of the training, you will be sent a link to take a post-test.

How long does the certification last?

The certification lasts 2 years. You will be sent an email to re-certify every 2 years with a shorter online class.

20 Apr

By Epilepsy Arizona

Events Programs

EFAZ Share Your Story Project

April 20, 2017 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

If you have epilepsy, are the parent/guardian, sibling, or friend of someone w/epilepsy and want to share your story to help inspire others, please carefully read and complete the following form. Thank you!

Requirements NOTE: ALL participants MUST read/complete the following release form in order to have their responses considered by the Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona. Thank you!
Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona: Share Your Story - RELEASE FORM *
AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE TO USE LIKENESS: I grant the Released Parties (Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona) the right to photograph and/or videotape me and/or my child or ward and further to display, use and/or otherwise exploit my and/or my child’s or ward’s name, face, likeness, voice, and appearance forever and throughout the world, in all media, whether now known or hereafter devised (including, without limitation, in online webcasts, television, motion pictures, films, newspapers, and magazines) and in all forms including, without limitation, digitized images, whether for advertising, publicity, or promotional purposes, including, without limitation, publication of Event results and standings, without compensation, reservation or limitation. This Waiver, Release, Promise not to Sue, Authorization and Release to Use Likeness Form shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona. I certify I am eighteen (18) years of age or older and, if I am executing this Waiver and Permission Form on behalf of my child or ward, the information set forth pertaining to my child or ward is true and complete. I HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD AND ACCEPT THE CONDITIONS OF THIS (i) LIABILITY RELEASE, INDEMNITY, AND PROMISE NOT TO SUE, AND (ii) AUTHORIZATION AND RELEASE TO USE LIKENESS.Yes, I understand & agree to the terms.
Is the participant 18 years or older? *
If not, please type in the legal parent/guardian name below NOT the child's name.Yes, the participant is over 18.No, the participant is under 18 & I am their legal parent/guardian.
Type in e-signature of participant (if over 18 years of age) or parent or court appointed guardian (if participant is under 18 years of age):
First Name *
Last Name *
Date *
Email *
Do you have epilepsy or a seizure-related condition? *
PLEASE SELECT ONEYes, I have epilepsy.No, I am the parent/guardian of someone w/epilepsy.No, I am the sibling/friend of someone w/epilepsy.

Please provide a response to the following questions below:

These questions apply to individuals w/epilepsy as well as parents/guardians, siblings, and friends of individuals w/epilepsy.

1. When was your (their) first seizure and was the cause behind it apparent/known? *

2. If you could describe what it’s like having epilepsy and/or a seizure-related disease (or being the parent/guardian of someone who has epilepsy) in 5 words or less, what would they be? *

3. How did you feel when you found out about your (their) diagnosis? What would you tell others going through a similar process? *

4. What is your reaction to the term “invisible disability” as it relates to epilepsy and/or a seizure-related disease? *

5. In what ways has epilepsy/seizures impacted your life? *

(As either a person with epilepsy or a parent/guardian of someone with epilepsy)

6. How has epilepsy or your seizures strengthened you? *

(As either a person with epilepsy or a parent/guardian of someone with epilepsy)

7. What is your biggest hope for the future as it relates to having epilepsy or a seizure-related disease (or being the parent/guardian of someone who has epilepsy)? *

8. How has the Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona helped you? *

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06 Nov

By Epilepsy Arizona

Donate Events Programs

Lemonade for Livy

November 6, 2018 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

Lemonade for Livy raises epilepsy awareness and supports the Epilepsy Foundation’s work to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives through lemonade stands and parties. These events bring people together from around the world together to give hope to those with epilepsy and their families.

We all have our unique stories and experiences with epilepsy. Collectively, we make up the epilepsy community and family. As a family, we need to work as one to raise awareness, provide support, and fund research that will lead to a cure. 65 million people around the world live with epilepsy. That doesn’t include the tens of millions of family members and friends who are also impacted by the disorder. Think of the power we have when we all work toward a common mission.

Honored Hero

Olivia Scheinman (Livy) is the inspiration and symbol behind Lemonade for Livy, a movement created by her family’s organization, Livy’s Hope. Since birth, Livy has been plagued by the damaging effects of epilepsy. She has endured multiple major brain surgeries but the seizures persist.

What started as one neighborhood lemonade stand to raise money in honor of Livy is expanding into a global campaign. It continues to grow because of Livy’s twin sister Hailey and the special bond the girls share, a mother’s love, and a father’s promise made long ago. For more information about Lemonade for Livy, please visit www.LivysHope.com.

Your Honored Hero

Join Livy as a hero and hold a Lemonade for Livy event for someone you know with epilepsy too!

Create Your Own Event

Hold a Lemon or Lemonade-themed Happy Hour at your home, apartment, or place of residence or set one up with a friend!
Host a dinner party or get together with friends and/or family
Any type of Lemon-themed party for birthdays, special occasions, etc.
Host a lemon-themed bake sale
Hold an event or lemonade stand on your college campus with friends or as part of a sorority/fraternity event
Create your own lemon-themed craft party event

The possibilities are ENDLESS and getting started is EASY!

GET STARTED

Epilepsy Advocacy Volunteering and more!

10 Apr

By Epilepsy Arizona

Programs

Epilepsy Advocacy Volunteering and more!

April 10, 2018 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

Become an Epilepsy Advocacy Champion!

Epilepsy Advocacy Champions are trained, high-level (grasstops) advocacy volunteers for the Epilepsy Foundation. By building and maintaining strong relationships with their members of Congress and state legislators, Epilepsy Advocacy Champions help advance the Foundation’s policy priorities to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures and save lives. The Advocacy Champions also serve an integral role by sharing their personal story and being a connector and recruiter of grassroots advocates in their state.

Epilepsy Advocacy Champion Role Description

Advocacy Champion Application

Apply To Be An Epilepsy Policy Advisory Committee Member!

The Epilepsy Foundation’s Epilepsy Policy Advisory Committee (EPAC) provides input and guidance on the Foundation’s advocacy and policy agenda that works to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures and save lives. Working at the charge of and in coordination with the Foundation’s Advocacy team, the Committee advises on various matters including finalization of the Foundation’s annual policy agenda and the Foundation’s position on new and/or complex policy issues.

Epilepsy Policy Advisory Committee Role Description

Apply To Be An EPAC Member!

Stay up-to-date on the latest epilepsy-related news and learn how YOU can get involved and become and advocate for epilepsy in Arizona! LEARN MORE

04 Oct

By Epilepsy Arizona

Programs

Epilepsy Research

October 4, 2017 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

Since the 1990’s, more than a dozen new drugs, devices, and dietary therapies have become available to people living with epilepsy. Despite the benefits and reduced side effects these treatments have offered, the number of people living with epilepsy who cannot effectively control their seizures has remained at 30%, the same as it was more than two decades ago.

It is time to shake up the system with a new approach. Let’s change the system – together.

The Epilepsy Foundation Research Program supports the entire spectrum of discovery from idea to market and is focused solely on the needs of people with epilepsy. We help foster the development of the next generation of scientists and support research that leads to better treatments and care. We strive for excellence, innovation, and radical thinking to end epilepsy. Join our fight: www.epilepsy.com/research.

20 Apr

By Epilepsy Arizona

Programs

Epilepsy Support Groups

April 20, 2017 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

We offer a number of monthly epilepsy support & empowerment groups across the state, that provide individuals with epilepsy and their families, the opportunity to meet, share resources, speak with medical professionals and unite.

View our Calendar for more details!

Learn More

21 Sep

By Epilepsy Arizona

Events Programs

2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference

September 21, 2016 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

Join Us for the 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference!

It’s informative & FREE register online today! REGISTER

A Special Thank You to Our 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference Sponsors!

27 Jul

By Epilepsy Arizona

Programs

Calling All Volunteers!

July 27, 2015 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

Do you have epilepsy? Do you have a close friend or family member who has epilepsy? Do you want to make a difference and dedicate some of your free time to helping people in the epilepsy community? Then you should come volunteer for us! We have a myriad of volunteer opportunities available to those willing and able to aid us on our mission to prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy and research.

Complete the volunteer account information online
START HERE

29 Jul

By Epilepsy Arizona

Programs

Register for Continuing Education for School Nurses

July 29, 2014 | By Epilepsy Arizona |

This 3 ½ hour train-the-trainer program features a neuro-nurse explaining aspects of epilepsy, seizure types, diagnosis, treatment, and first aid for the student having a seizure. If you are interested in attending, please contact us via the form below.

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25 Apr

Please join us for the 2020 Virtual Adult Epilepsy Conference 11/9, 11/10, and 11/12!

2019 Annual Epilepsy Pediatric Patient Care Conference Presentations

2018 Annual Epilepsy Pediatric Patient Care Conference Presentations

Interested in sponsoring an upcoming conference? contact the Foundation at AZ@EFA.org or call (602) 282-3515

06 Aug

Seizure First Aid Certification Training is offered online by the Epilepsy Foundation of America with instructor-led webinars.

How long does the certification last?

20 Apr

If you have epilepsy, are the parent/guardian, sibling, or friend of someone w/epilepsy and want to share your story to help inspire others, please carefully read and complete the following form. Thank you!

Please provide a response to the following questions below:

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06 Nov

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Create Your Own Event

10 Apr

Become an Epilepsy Advocacy Champion!

Apply To Be An Epilepsy Policy Advisory Committee Member!

Stay up-to-date on the latest epilepsy-related news and learn how YOU can get involved and become and advocate for epilepsy in Arizona! LEARN MORE

04 Oct

20 Apr

We offer a number of monthly epilepsy support & empowerment groups across the state, that provide individuals with epilepsy and their families, the opportunity to meet, share resources, speak with medical professionals and unite.

View our Calendar for more details!

21 Sep

Join Us for the 2016 Adult Epilepsy Conference!

It’s informative & FREE register online today! REGISTER

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