Epilepsy Foundation New England | Epilepsy Information, Support & Programs

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.

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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

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Mar 28, 2020

Epilepsy Education: An Online Program for Patients and Families

Featuring Lennox Gastaut Syndrome Foundation, Dr. Laurie Douglass on Epilepsy101, Dr. Heidi Henninger on Newest Research and Therapies, Dr…

Mar 28, 2020

Social Groups (3/24-3/28)

As we are all practicing social distancing, we want to make sure that we are still connected. We invite you to join us and be a support to…

Apr 9, 2020

Parent/Caregiver Dial-In Group: College

Dial-in to this parent/caregiver dial-in group to discuss ways to prepare your child and yourself for college. RSVP to Joy Buzzell at…

Westbrook, me

Apr 15, 2020

Young Leaders Network Meeting

Join the YLN Southern Maine group if you are interested in making a difference by creating projects that allow you to lead in advocacy,…

Apr 15, 2020

Deep Brain Stimulation and Epilepsy Webinar

Join us for an educational webinar presented by Dr. Mark Richardson, Director of Functional Neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital…

Providence , ri

Apr 16, 2020

Rhode Island SHARE Group April 2020

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.

Resources For:

Newly Diagnosed Young People Parents Seniors Teachers

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.

You Can:

Hold A Fundraiser Clothing Donations Make A Cash Donation Attend Walk or Race Come To An Event

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.

Get Started:

Volunteer With Us Become An Advocate Find Support Resources Get Help With Employment Go To Camp

Our Stories

News Stories from the foundation and stories from our friends living with epilepsy.

In The News

Coronavirus Information for People Affected by Epilepsy in New England

Epilepsy Foundation New England, with our Professional Advisory Board, has put together the following guidance for people living with

My Story

Kailey

Kailey is entering her senior year at Eastern Connecticut State University, where she is studying psychology. EFNE met with her while she was volunteering at our Purple Camp in East Brookfield, Massachusetts and talked about living with epilepsy on campus.

My Story

Katrina

Katrina is a determined young woman, with epilepsy, who has tackled obstacles and grasped new adventures. With a passion for biology, Katrina has cultivated a successful career in landscaping. Against all odds, Katrina is able to connect with the earth and her customers.