Help For Today
For Tomorrow
Our Mission
With your help, Epilepsy Foundation New England aims to improve the lives of individuals and families impacted by epilepsy and seizures. Together, we can offer those with epilepsy help for today, and hope for tomorrow.
3.4 Million
People Living With Epilepsy In the U.S.
150,000
New Cases of Epilepsy Each Year
1 in 26
Will Develop Epilepsy In Their Lifetime
1 in 3
People With No Effective Treatment
Upcoming Events
Bartlett, nh
EpilepSki Challenge Cup
Introducing the first EpilepSki Challenge Cup Ski Race! Join us on Saturday, March 1st at Attitash Mountain Resort and take part in…
Waitsfield, vt
EpilepSki Vermont
EpilepSki Vermont returns for 2025! This year we are teaming up with Sugarbush Ski Resort and Vermont Adaptive Ski. Based out of…
MGH Group
A group for clients having epilepsy concerns and questions to interact live with doctors of MGH with Epilepsy Specialization. Prior…
Seizure First Aid Training for First Responders
Join us as we provide seizure first-aid training for first responders.
*Thursday* Webinar: Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Therapy - Presented by LivaNova
Let's hear from Dr. Trudy Pang on Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) Therapy and its ability to help with seizure control.
Wednesday Webinar: Navigating Relationships and Epilepsy
Join Dr. Chidrup Tripathi from Maine Medical Center as we explore relationships and epilepsy.
A Law Enforcement-Informed Training for Recognizing and Responding to Epilepsy and Seizures
We'll look at Recognizing and Responding to Epilepsy and Seizures with a particular focus for law enforcement.
Wednesday Webinar: Seizure Rescue Medications Sponsored by UCB
This week we are joined by Dr. Melissa Tsuboyama from Boston Children's Hospital as we examine seizure rescue medications.
MGH Group
A group for clients having epilepsy concerns and questions to interact live with doctors of MGH with Epilepsy Specialization. Prior…
Get Informed
We’re working to help those battling epilepsy from all corners of New England, and we’re always reaching out to those just starting their journey. That’s why we’re putting our knowledge, experience, and community to work for visitors at all stages of the battle against epilepsy.
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Give Back
Your involvement and advocacy on behalf of those battling epilepsy is crucial to our success, and we couldn't provide the services we do without your help. Whether you give a little or a lot, we always appreciate the support.
Get Involved
Our team of parents, patients, doctors, healthcare experts, researchers, and New Englanders all play a big role in our progress. Want to add your voice to the effort? Get involved and let’s put and end to epilepsy throughout New England, together.
Our Stories
News Stories from the foundation and stories from our friends living with epilepsy.
In The News
My Story: How Funding Cuts Will Change This Researcher’s Life with Epilepsy
Draconian cuts in NIH funding will have a lasting impact on clinical care. The National Institutes of Health (NIH), has announced dramatic cuts to all research funding that will dismantle biomedical research overnight.
In The News
Seizure Action Plan Awareness Week
Anyone with epilepsy should have a Seizure Action Plan (SAP). These plans help organize important details about seizure treatment and care, making it easier for others to respond appropriately. Additionally, a Seizure Action Plan can be tailored to fit various situations in daily life.
In The News
EFNE President/CEO Speaks on Stigma Panel
Hosted at Boston Children's Folkman Auditorium, the event brought together guests to watch and discuss the film, "The Curse of Stigma."
In The News
Helping with Financial Assistance
Epilepsy Foundation New England receives numerous financial assistance requests each month.
Support Epilepsy Foundation New England
Your clothing, dishes, household items, toys, apparel and more make a big difference. We make donating easy with free, scheduled curbside pickups.