Epilepsy Association Of Calgary

February 27 is PINK SHIRT DAY. Kindness to others is easy to do, doesn't cost a thing and will actually make you feel far better about yourself than being a bully. These tips are to assist children who may be victims of bullying, but we can all learn a thing or two! Kindness lasts a lifetime. #pinkshirtday #antibullying #kindess #bekind

The PARENT NETWORK meets next on Tuesday, February 26, 2019, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary office. Please join us and meet parents who share your concerns and can offer insight and understanding.
Our address is: 316, 4014 Macleod Trail S.E. You can park in front of the building. If you are unable to get in, call (403) 230-2764 and we'll come get you. We look forward to seeing you!
... For questions or more information contact Gina: (403) 230-2764, by e-mail: gina@epilepsycalgary.com, or visit our website: www.epilepsycalgary.com
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HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! However, today is also about celebrating St. Valentine, the Patron Saint of Epilepsy. In ancient times it was believed that St. Valentine could heal those with epilepsy! Here's hoping your day is filled with sweet surprises...and now you have another reason to celebrate!

The Epilepsy Association of Calgary is pleased to provide the FACE to FACE Support and Discussion group for adults living with or affected by epilepsy. Our next meeting takes place on Saturday, February 23, 2019 beginning at 11:00 am. Please come join us to share your experiences, and meet others who understand the challenges and barriers that come with epilepsy. These meeting are a safe place to connect with others and learn about coping with the daily stresses and frustrati...ons that epilepsy can bring.
The meeting will be held at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary office, located at 316, 4014 McLeod Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta. There is free 2 hour parking in front of the building and the Calgary Transit LRT stops just behind us at 39 Avenue SE station.
If you have questions, or just need to talk, call Gina at 403-230-2764. E-mail: gina@epilepsycalgary.com Please feel free to share this post! #EpilepsySupportYYC #EpilepsyYYC
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Last week, the road took us to Holy Spirit Academy in High River, where we had a wonderful education session with the teachers. Our sincere thanks to everyone at Holy Spirit Academy for their efforts to understand and make a difference for those living with epilepsy!
If you'd like a session for your school or workplace, give us a call at (403) 230-2764 and we'll make it happen!

The Epilepsy Association of Calgary is pleased to provide the FACE to FACE Support and Discussion group for adults living with or affected by epilepsy. Our next meeting is on Saturday, February 9, 2019 beginning at 11:00 am. Please come join us to share your experiences, and meet others who understand the challenges and barriers that come with epilepsy. These meeting are a safe place to connect with others and learn about coping with the daily stresses and frustrations that e...pilepsy can bring.
The meeting will be held at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary office located at 316, 4014 Macleod Trail SE, Calgary, Alberta. There is free 2 hour parking in front of the building and the Calgary Transit LRT stops just behind us at 39 Avenue SE station.
If you have questions, or just need to talk, call Gina at 403-230-2764. E-mail: gina@epilepsycalgary.com Please feel free to share this post! #EpilepsySupportYYC #EpilepsyYYC
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#BellLetsTalk Day is Jan 29 to 31. Let's join the conversation and help raise awareness about the impact of mental illness and epilepsy. We're here to help and you can call us at (403) 230-2764. For more information on Let's Talk Day, visit: https://www.facebook.com/BellLetsTalk/

A convulsive seizure isn't nearly as frightening if you know what is happening and how to help. We also offer in-person education sessions at no cost, where we cover the basics of epilepsy, walk you through the main seizure types, and show you how to assist. Call us at (403) 230-2764 for more information, or to organize your education session. Please help us educate the others by sharing this post. Knowledge is POWER!

The first meeting of the PARENT NETWORK for 2019 will be held on Tuesday, January 29, 2019, from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. This is a great way for parents/caregivers of children with epilepsy to share their stories, get answers to their questions, and gain tools, tips, and resources on parenting a child with epilepsy. We hope you'll join us!
The meeting will be held at 316, 4014 Macleod Trail S.E. Calgary, Alberta. There is free parking is available in front of the building. The Ca...lgary Transit LRT stops just behind us at the 39th Avenue S.E.
If you have questions, or just need to talk, call Gina at 403-230-2764. E-mail: gina@epilepsycalgary.com
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What do you call a dog in a car? CAR-PET! Did we put a smile on your face? Doggone great if we did! And, if you've got an old car that you would like to turn in to a tax deductible donation to the Epilepsy Association of Calgary, Donate A Car Canada would love to help make it happen. Click on the link below for more information:
https://donatecar.ca/org/charitypage/dona te.php…

FACE to FACE Support and Discussion meets this Saturday, January 26, 2019 from 11:00 am to 1 pm. Adults living with or affected by epilepsy are all welcome to join us! These meetings provide a safe place to connect with others who share your experiences, and understand the challenges and barriers that come with epilepsy. It's also a place to gain support, encouragement and hope!
The meeting will be held at 316, 4014 Macleod Trail S.E. Calgary, Alberta. There is free parking i...s available in front of the building. The Calgary Transit LRT stops just behind us at the 39th Avenue S.E.
If you have questions, or just need to talk, call Gina at 403-230-2764. E-mail: gina@epilepsycalgary.com
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We are thrilled to announce the winner of the 2018 MELANIE GRACE SCHOLARSHIP award. Congratulations to Jamie Bannerman-Flaterud, who is enrolled in the Veterinary Assistance Program at Bow Valley College. The journey was not an easy one after a diagnosis of epilepsy while in high school, but Jamie is strong and determined and we're certain she'll be an asset in her chosen field of endeavor. Jamie has also been involved at EAC since she was diagnosed and is equally determined to help raise epilepsy awareness. We're certain the Melanie would be as pleased as we are! Wishing you much success pursuing your dreams Jamie!
Applications for the 2019 award will be available this summer. For more information on the Melanie Grace Scholarship, visit: www.epilepsycalgary.com

Our first FACE to FACE Support and Discussion Group of 2019, meets this Saturday, January 12, 2019 at 11:00am to 1:00pm. Adults living with or affected by epilepsy are all welcome to join us! These meetings provide a safe place to connect with others who share your experiences, and understand the challenges and barriers that come with epilepsy. It's also a place to gain support, encouragement and hope!
The meeting will be held at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary office loc...ated at 316, 4014 Macleod Trail S.E. Calgary, Alberta. There is free parking available in front of the building and Calgary Transit LRT stops just behind us at the 39th Avenue S.E. station.
If you have questions, or just need to talk, call Gina at 403-230-2764. E-mail: gina@epilepsycalgary.com
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We'll be closed for the holidays from Monday, December 24, 2018 to Thursday January 3, 2019. We'll re-open at 8:30 am on January 3, 2019. On behalf of everyone at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary, we wish you and yours a very happy holiday season and a Happy New Year. We look forward to seeing you in 2019!
It's not too late to make your year end charitable donation and receive a tax deductible receipt for 2018. Your contribution helps us provide Support and Community Education programs in Calgary and every gift makes a difference! To donate online, visit us at: https://securegs.com/eac/donate.php

We just love this stuffed penguin that Kyle brought us this past week! Kyle volunteers in our office (and for most other activities as well), and thought this little penguin would look great in our reception area. Many thanks Kyle - not just for the penguin, but for all you do to help and to make a difference!

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Thanks to everyone that helped us celebrate the season last week!

Coping and adapting to a diagnosis of epilepsy can be daunting and lonely, because epilepsy is all too often feared and misunderstood. In addition to providing a supportive community for those affected, community education is key to eliminating the stigma that so often surrounds epilepsy. Here is a Calgary Journal account of the struggles two young women experienced in their journey living with epilepsy. Our sincere thanks to Chloe Chapedelaine, writing for the Calgary Jou...rnal, and Jamie Bannerman, for sharing their stories.
You don't have to walk the road alone. If you have been diagnosed with epilepsy last week, or last year, don't hesitate to call us: (403) 230-2764.
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https://calgaryjournal.ca/…/4433-silent -survivors-a-first-p…
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They provide wonderful services(& Awareness) for the public and ppl like me living with Epilepsy.

They provide wonderful services for those living with or near to epilepsy.

The Epilepsy Association has been so responsive, concerned and has put so much effort into suppporting us with getting help in our difficult situation with Epilepsy, no mater how many obstacles! THANK YOU ! Dedication like this is going to bear fruit!

Great service

Amazing people through and through. Excellent resource for awareness, education and support in our community.

They provide wonderful services(& Awareness) for the public and ppl like me living with Epilepsy.

They provide wonderful services for those living with or near to epilepsy.

The Epilepsy Association has been so responsive, concerned and has put so much effort into suppporting us with getting help in our difficult situation with Epilepsy, no mater how many obstacles! THANK YOU ! Dedication like this is going to bear fruit!

Great service

Amazing people through and through. Excellent resource for awareness, education and support in our community.

They provide wonderful services(& Awareness) for the public and ppl like me living with Epilepsy.

They provide wonderful services for those living with or near to epilepsy.

The Epilepsy Association has been so responsive, concerned and has put so much effort into suppporting us with getting help in our difficult situation with Epilepsy, no mater how many obstacles! THANK YOU ! Dedication like this is going to bear fruit!

Great service

Amazing people through and through. Excellent resource for awareness, education and support in our community.