The Epilepsy Association of Calgary
Adult Support Group Meetings
Thursdays - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Held at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary
4112 - 4th St. NW.
Calgary, Alberta
- February 18, 2010
- March 18, 2010
- April 15, 2010
- May 13, 2010
Once diagnosed with epilepsy, many people feel anxious, vulnerable and uninformed. By talking with one another in support groups, the fear and misunderstanding can be replaced with caring concern and accurate information.
Our support groups meet once a month at our office. There is no preregistration and no charge. We welcome anyone interested in listening, learning, and sharing. We focus on providing information, support and encouragement.
For more information about the Epilepsy Support Group meetings, contact the office at 403-230-2764, 1-866-EPILEPSY, during office hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) and or by email.
Upcoming Information Sessions
Anyone with or concerned with epilepsy (parents, friends, spouses, peers) is welcome to attend.
All sessions are from 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm and held at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary office.
Are You Getting Your 50 Winks?
Presented by Dr. Charles Samuels of the Centre for Sleep and Human Performance
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Sleep is an important component on overall health, and for those with epilepsy, a lack of sleep may contribute to seizure frequency. We are thrilled that Dr. Samuels from the Centre for Sleep and Human Performance will help us better understand the benefits of sleep and the consequences of sleep deprivation and its impact to those who also live with epilepsy.
For Parents
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Thursday, March 11, 2010
We’ve scheduled two sessions where parents of children with epilepsy can come together to share their concerns with one another, learn from each other, and support each other. Importantly, it’s also a great opportunity to let us know what you’d like to see from EAC in the months ahead. If you are a parent, guardian, or care giver to a child with epilepsy, please join us! Sessions will be held at the Epilepsy Association of Calgary from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Highlights from the Western Canada 2008
Destiny Maker Cycle for Epilepsy
Click on the image to view video. Video will open in a new window.(.WVM file; approximate length, 4 minutes. May not be viewable on Mac OS systems)
For more information on the Destiny Maker project, please visit www.destinymaker.org.
Taking Control of Your Wellness Skills Development Program
On-going registration is available for this program based on the work of Joel Reiter, MD., Donna Andrews, and Charlotte Janis, who developed a book and program, "Taking Control of Your Epilepsy".
Taking Control of Your Wellness Skills Development is a holistic health approach that considers the entire individual including the physiological, psychological, and interpersonal, dimensions of the person. The program provides a variety of skills and tools that help participants learn to minimize the negative impact of epilepsy their life, while enhancing an overall sense of wellness. The program consists of weekly individual sessions over 12 to 15 weeks. If you'd like to make some positive changes in your life, then this could be the program for you!
For more information contact Janice at 230-2764, 1-866-EPILEPSY, or by e-mail.
For more information on happenings in Calgary contact:
Jill Smith, Public Education Coordinator
(403) 230-2764 or 1-866-EPILEPSY
epilepsy.jsmith@telus.net
