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Fact: According to the CDC, 1.65% of the U.S. populations (nearly 5 million) have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. ___________________________________________________________________________________
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A Foundation on the Move
Friends and Members of the Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio
We are looking for ways to lower our administrative costs and conserve resources so that we can devote more to services for our families. Our new office at Strategic Health Care in downtown Columbus will allow us to reduce our day-to-day administrative costs and allow us to provide additional support to families with Epilepsy. While our office address will be different, our services will remain the same and our support groups will continue as usual.
Look for other positive changes to come over the next several months as we strive to strengthen our organization and improve our services. And as always, I ask that you continue to support our events and volunteers programs, and if you have any questions or concerns, please give us a call at 614-261-1100.
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Out-of-County Groups Needed
When dealing with epilepsy and all it involves, it is helpful to know you are not alone. The Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio currently facilitates four different support groups and an activity group to meet individual needs.
These monthly meetings include a parent support group for those with children with epilepsy, Tassels for teens between the ages of 12 and 17; both an young-adult support group for 18 to 30 year olds which also includes a social club, and group meetings for older adults and their spouses or family members.
In addition to these opportunities, the Foundation periodically offers a couples group to discussmarital issues that may occur when parenting children with a chronic health disorder.
According to Epilepsy Foundation's Program Director Carol Johnson, "The support groups provide a way for those affected by epilepsy to communicate and connect with others who have similar experiences. It also gives a group of people the opportunity to help others and share experiences in addition to providing a forum to vent frustrations, rejoice in accomplishments, and provide a sense of hope."
For many served by Foundation, the Franklin County area is too far to travel. The foundation receives numerous calls from those in contiguous counties looking for support groups meeting in their areas.
Currently, the foundation is looking for persons willing to help facilitate a support group in other counties under the guidance of the Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio. Please call Carol Johnson, program director, at 614-228-9131 or e-mail her at cjohnson@epilepsy-ohio.org if you are interested in learning more about our community out-reach support group program or for questions about existing group meetings.
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Upcoming Support Groups
Adult Support Group
First and Third Wednesdays each month from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Call (614) 315-0437 for location
May 20
Jun 3 and 17
Jul 1 and 15
Aug 5 and 19
Sep 2 and 16
Oct 7 and 21
Nov 4 and 18
Parent Support Group and TASSELS (youth 12 to 17 years of age) Meetings are held at
Rvierside Health Center,
500 Thomas Lane, Col OH 43214 from 6:30 until 8:00 PM on the last Tuesday of the month.
(2009) May 26, Jun 30, Jul 28, Aug 25, Sep 29, Oct 27, Nov 24, Dec 29
YAAC (Young Adult Activity Club) Ages 18 to 30 Call 614-358-0874 for details
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According to the CDC, 1.65% of the U.S. populations (nearly 5 million) have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. |
