As a parent of a child or young person with epilepsy life can be really hard. You and your child might be feeling anxious and lonely, and the condition is often misunderstood. You don't know what the right thing to do is. But you are not alone.
We can help; with information and resources to support your child at home and at school. We can also help connect you with other parents who understand what you are going through and share their experiences with you.
For parents of babies and young children, this guide brings together all the key information you need to know in one place. Although it has been written by experts, it draws on the experience of many other parents who have already started their journey.
For parents with older children, this guide brings together all the key information you need to know in one place. Although it has been written by experts, it draws on the experience of many other parents who have already started their journey.
This guide is for people who work in schools or other educational settings. It provides wide-ranging information, guidance and educational strategies for supporting young people with epilepsy to ensure they are safe and included in all aspects of school life
Our Support and inclusion team works with young people and their families to help them through their diagnosis and beyond, to better understand their rights, as well as helping them get access to the right services and support
Young Epilepsy's health centre offers diagnostic and rehabilitation and rehabilitation services, with in inpatient and outpatient services for children and young people with epilepsy
Do you have a question about our work? Please click on the link to find out the best person to email or call.
