Programs
Camp Discovery
The annual summer camp presented by the Epilepsy Foundation Northwest, Camp Discovery, is held the end of August each year. The Camp is located at the YMCA’s Camp Colman on the beautiful Puget Sound near Longbranch, WA. Children will experience archery, rock climbing, canoeing, hiking, swimming, arts/crafts, campfire games and much more.
H.O.P.E. Mentoring Program
The H.O.P.E. Mentoring Program (Helping Other People with Epilepsy) provides opportunities for people with epilepsy, their family members or friends to educate others and share their experiences.
Speak Up Speak Out Program
Speak Up Speak Out (SUSO) is an advocacy program designed to promote involvement by people with epilepsy, their families and friends in government and legislative activities.
Emergency Medication Assistance
The EFNW Emergency Medication Assistance Program provides one-time only emergency assistance for individuals with epilepsy who need anticonvulsant medication only.
Education and Networking Groups
Having epilepsy or caring for someone who does can be very challenging. Sometimes the practical problems of daily living – from insurance, to jobs, to medical care – can seem overwhelming.
Employment Referral Assistance Programs
The Epilepsy Northwest Foundation Employment Referral Assistance Programs provides adults with epilepsy employment referral assistance, epilepsy and employment education, and links to community resources.
Community Education Programs
The Epilepsy Foundation Northwest provides publice education opportunities that focus on Epilepsy 101 and Seizure Response education. There are online training programs available and EFNW will work to provide group trainings where possible.
