Enjoyable and informative day .Julie kept us all interested.

- Support Worker Mencap

Resources

Useful links:

The Joint Epilepsy Council of the UK and Ireland (JEC) -  www.jointepilepsycouncil.org.uk

JEC is an umbrella body that exists to enable its member organisations to work together for the benefit of people with epilepsy.

Epilepsy Society www.epilepsysociety.org.uk

Enhancing the quality of life of people affected by epilepsy by promoting research, education and public awareness and by delivering specialist medical care and support services. Helpline - 01494 601400 Mon-Fri 10am - 4pm

Epilepsy Action epilepsy.org.uk

National network of support groups and range of information to support anybody with an interest in epilepsy. Helpline 0808 8005050

SUDEP Action sudep.org

Exists to prevent unnecessary deaths from sudden unexpected deaths due to epilepsy (SUDEP) and other epilepsy related deaths.

Young Epilepsy www.youngepilepsy.org.uk

Major provider of services for young people with epilepsy.

National Institute for Health and Care Excellence www.nice.org.uk/cg137

Independent organization providing national guidance on the promotion of good health and the prevention and treatment of ill health.

Epilepsy Nurses Association www.esna-online.org.uk

Professional organization of nurses and other health professionals working to support people with epilepsy.