There are various support services available for parents of children with epilepsy and their families. The Epilepsy Foundation, through its Epilepsy Smart Australia program, has a range of peer-led support groups available, as well as information sessions, training courses and events that may be beneficial.
For parents/carers, it can be really useful to meet and talk with others in a similar situation. Often other parents can relate to how you feel and provide insights into what you have experienced or what may potentially lay ahead.
Our peer-led support groups cater for a range of different demographic groups for people with similar interests. Our support groups are given access to reliable and trustworthy knowledge, information, resources and education while also being part of group discussions with people who share common interests and experiences.
Groups are self-directed by the participants to ensure the needs of the members are being met. Options to engage in groups include, online virtual meetups, chat groups or face to face groups (pending demand).
Visit Epilepsy Smart Australia Peer-led Support Groups for information.
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