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The Need for Better Resources for Young People with Epilepsy
Receiving a diagnosis of epilepsy can come as a shock, leaving families feeling frightened, lonely and overwhelmed. Children and young people need help and support understanding their new diagnosis and how it will impact their lives. Help provide the support children need when they need it most.
Meadow's Journey
Discover Meadow's journey with epilepsy, from diagnosis to finding community support through Young Epilepsy. Help others facing epilepsy find hope and resources.
To the parent of a recently diagnosed child
A parent shares a heartfelt and honest look at life after getting a tough diagnosis for a child and the initial shock and the journey to finding a new normal. The letter highlights the importance of building a supportive community, adjusting to new routines, and trusting medical professionals.
Osiris and his Epilepsy Diagnosis
Discover Osiris' journey with epilepsy and learn how vital support, resources, and information can make a difference for newly diagnosed children.
Reaching Disadvantaged Children with Epilepsy
Discover how your support is transforming the lives of young people with epilepsy, providing them with the care and opportunities they deserve.
Q&A with Annie: Driving Change with Setting Purple Sectors
Support Annie at the Setting Purple Sectors event, raising money for epilepsy awareness and Young Epilepsy. Join us and cycle for a cause!
Erin’s Story: Racing for Epilepsy Awareness
Erin shares her journey with epilepsy and her excitement for Young Epilepsy’s Setting Purple Sectors sim-racing event to raise awareness.
Rachel’s diagnosis journey
Follow Rachel’s journey from epilepsy diagnosis to finding support and understanding, sharing her insights and resilience along the way.
Driven to Make a Difference
Discover Chris McCarthy’s journey from kart racer to motorsport journalist, his battle with epilepsy, and his mission to support young people with epilepsy.
I am Jasmine
Meet Jasmine, one of the heroes of our #UnderstandMyEpilepsy Campaign. Jasmine is 18 and experiences prolonged tonic clonic seizures. ForJasmine, this has meant that her teachers and students at school don't understand her epilepsy and the challenges that she faces.