Epilepsy Association of the Maritimes

Provides financial assistance for individuals living with epilepsy and their families who have to travel off-Island for epilepsy treatments. Includes: Out-of-province medical travel Co-payment for medications and more (Financial assistance is managed on a case-by-case basis, co...

Provides a variety of online information about seizures and epilepsy. Includes: Seizure categories Epilepsy syndromes Epilepsy safety and first aid Sudden Unexplained Death in Epilepsy Research Educational booklets Medical Alert Funding

Provides support and navigation services through phone and email. Includes: Navigating health and social services Communicating with school or workplaces about epilepsy Connecting with supports in the community Finding additional resources

Provides three kinds of support groups to help individuals living with epilepsy. Groups include:Knowledge is Power: Participants share challenges and the accomplishments of their epilepsy journey. Guest speakers are also invited to share their expertise in a variety of topics applicable to th...

Provides a nine-week virtual group program for individuals who are newly diagnosed or adjusting to an epilepsy to learn skills and strategies for social and community adjustment with active seizure conditions. Learning modules include: Epilepsy and medical Issues Compensating for cog...

Several scholarships and bursaries available to help students living with epilepsy pay for their post-secondary tuition.