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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
Boston, ma
Epilepsy SHARE Group: Brigham & Women's Hospital
SHARE-Support, Hope, Advocate, Resources, Education Please attend one of our SHARE groups at Brigham & Women's Hospital if you're an…
Pawtucket, ri
Matty Gala 2020
Join us for the Annual Matty Gala on February 8, 2020. This year held at the Guild's event space, "The Barn," we'll feature The New…
Worcester, ma
YLN Meeting: Museum Day
Join us at the Worcester Historical Museum located at 30 Elm St, Worcester, MA 01609 for a Valentine's day event. This is followed by an…
Boston , ma
Virtual Teen Social Group
Connect with peers over common interests: tv shows, books, movies, sports. This virtual group allows our teen patients to connect with each…
Parent/Caregiver Dial-in Group: CAMP
Learn more about the camps we offer at Epilepsy Foundation New England by dialing into this SHARE Group. There is a camp for every child…
Providence , ri
Rhode Island SHARE Group - 2nd Meeting
Join us for one of our in-person RI SHARE Groups. The Providence SHARE group is appropriate for adult patients and their guests. Location…
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
Sunday Sitdown: Susan Linn
Susan Linn, EFNE President & CEO, was interviewed by the Worcester Telegram & Gazette about her introduction to epilepsy.
In The News
Purple Camp On TV!
The 'Purple Camp', EFNE's summer camp for youth with epilepsy, was featured on Charter TV 3 in Worcester.
In The News
Sleepaway Camp A Safe Haven For Kids With Epilepsy
The Epilepsy Foundation New England Purple Camp, held at the West Suburban YMCA Frank A. Day Camp in East Brookfield, Massachusetts was featured in the Worcester Telegram and Gazette.
In The News
Step Therapy
The Lowell Sun published an opinion piece on 'step therapy' written by Elaine Kiriakopoulos, MD, MSc.
Support The Epilepsy Foundation
Your clothing, dishes, household items, toys, apparel and more make a big difference. We make donating easy with free, scheduled curbside pickups.