Our Programs

Our Programs

Programs

HOBSCOTCH

The BC Epilepsy Society's HOBSCOTCH (HOme-Based Self-management and COgnitive Training CHanges lives) program is a memory program for people living...
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Non-Clinical Support Services
Programs

Non-Clinical Support Services

Our staff meet with families attending the Neurology Clinics at BC Children's Hospital (BCCH), Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) and the Jim Pattison Outpatient Care and Surgery Centre at Surrey Memorial Hospital to
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Partners in Teaching
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Partners in Teaching

Through our Partners in Teaching program, the BC Epilepsy Society provides free educational workshops on epilepsy awareness and seizure first aid and safety at schools, workplaces and other organizations across BC. To
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Lecture Series & Educational Events
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Lecture Series & Educational Events

Each year, our Society hosts Speaking of Epilepsy, a series of lectures on a wide variety of epilepsy related topics. This allows you to get up-to-date and accurate information from
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Women in Mind
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Women in Mind

Women and girls with epilepsy have unique health concerns. As a result of these differences, women with epilepsy can face special challenges. This includes issues relating to reproductive health, hormonal
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Connecting with Others
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Connecting with Others

The BC Epilepsy Society offers people living with epilepsy and their families, friends, and loved ones the opportunity to meet other inspirational people who truly understand life with epilepsy. Whether
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Youth Network
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Youth Network

Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all in-person groups including Epilepsy Friends Forever (EFF) friendship groups have been replaced with online versions. For information on our online support groups,
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Parents Network
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Parents Network

Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all BC Epilepsy Society In-Person Support Groups, including the BC Epilepsy Parents Network (BCEPN) have been cancelled and have been replaced with
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Epilepsy Surgery Friends Network
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Epilepsy Surgery Friends Network

Have you ever been offered surgery for epilepsy, and are deliberating the options? Conversely, have you ever had surgery and did it work? Undergoing surgery can be a time of
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BCES Men’s Circle
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BCES Men’s Circle

Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all BC Epilepsy Society In-Person Support Groups, including the BCES Men's Circle have been cancelled and have been replaced with online
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BCES Women’s Circle
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BCES Women’s Circle

Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all BC Epilepsy Society In-Person Support Groups, including the BCES Women's Circle have been cancelled and have been replaced with online
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BCES YA Circle
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BCES YA Circle

Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, all BC Epilepsy Society In-Person Support Groups, including the BCES YA Circle have been cancelled and have been replaced with online
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Epilepsy Expert Webinar Series
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Epilepsy Expert Webinar Series

The BC Epilepsy Society and the I AM A VOICE for Epilepsy Awareness campaign are proud to offer the Epilepsy Expert Webinar Series. Professionals in various fields provide presentations via Zoom
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Epilepsy Surgery Peer Connection
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Epilepsy Surgery Peer Connection

Are you considering getting epilepsy surgery? Do you want to get advice from someone who has had epilepsy surgery? Do you want to know what post-surgery recovery will look like?
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Project UPLIFT
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Project UPLIFT

Project UPLIFT (Using Practice and Learning to Increase Favourable Thoughts) is an 8-week program
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Bursary Program
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Bursary Program

Every year, we receive designated donations specific for bursaries, which are awarded to people living with epilepsy
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Camp Subsidy Program
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Camp Subsidy Program

Camps are a great way for children and youth living with epilepsy to develop social and leadership skills, increase independence
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New Diagnosis Program
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New Diagnosis Program

The BC Epilepsy Society’s New Diagnosis Group offers participants an interactive opportunity to learn about their epilepsy
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