If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with epilepsy, you probably have a lot of unanswered questions. Educating yourself and those around you about epilepsy, how to cope with seizures in everyday life, and all of your treatment options is the best way for you and your family to adjust to a diagnosis of epilepsy or seizure disorder.

We provide convenient and easy access to information about epilepsy/seizure disorders and related issues. Our goal is to provide you with answers to as many questions as possible, and with the information you need to cope with epilepsy and how it may be affecting your life.

Annual Conferences

Each year we host annual conferences and mini conferences in multiple locations in western and central Pennsylvania. These events are designed based on feedback from the epilepsy community, which determines which topics are most important to individuals and families impacted by epilepsy. Most of these events are either a full or half day in length, and, when possible, we strive to make on-site child care available to attendees. Although there is occasionally a suggested donation for these events, that can be waived for any family that requests financial assistance. These conferences provide an opportunity for individuals and families to gather information and hear experts address a variety of issues related to epilepsy. From senior citizens and seizures to pediatric epilepsy syndromes, legal rights of people with epilepsy, and new treatments, these annual conferences bring you the most up-to-date and useful information available on epilepsy. These events are listed in our newsletter, or you can check our event listing to see when the next conference or mini conference is happening near you. If you have suggestions for topics for future educational events, please contact us.

Local Education Events and Workshops

Each year, we plan and organize a variety of community workshops and lectures. These events are held in various communities throughout western and central Pennsylvania. Typically held on a Saturday morning or during a weekday evening, these events bring experts from the medical community, legal sector, or other community organizations to share their knowledge. You will have a chance to ask questions, learn more about a specific topic, and hear a fresh perspective from a professional. These events are listed in our newsletter, or check our events page for the current schedule of local educational events.