Epilepsy Action Cymru launched a new family service in and around Cardiff area
The aim of the service is to improve the lives of children who have epilepsy, whether that be through training the professionals that work with them, signposting their parents and carers to services that can support them, or raising awareness of epilepsy so that those who live with the condition can be better understood. If this is something I can support you with, please contact Amy via the link Contact Amy our Family support officer Please note - this is currently only available in the Cardiff area.
Listed are some of the services offered by Family Support Officer:
Staff training
A session for adults working with children who have epilepsy, e.g. school staff, social workers, childcare workers, sports coaches and more. It covers:
Signs and symptoms of epilepsy
An overview of diagnosis and treatment and how schools or other settings can help
The impact of epilepsy and anti-seizure medication on learning, memory and behaviour
Links with other conditions
How to safely manage epilepsy in the classroom and further afield such as in swimming lessons
School assemblies
A child friendly overview of epilepsy to raise awareness and understanding
Class workshops for school-aged children
A more in-depth discussion about epilepsy with activities
This can follow on from the assembly or be delivered as a standalone session
These sessions can be adapted to suit the age and ability of the pupils
Small group sessions
A sensitively managed series of activities to encourage discussion about epilepsy
These are aimed at children and young people who are directly impacted by epilepsy in some way, e.g. young people who have epilepsy themselves, their closest friends, or family members of someone with epilepsy
An opportunity to ask questions and share experiences
Want to know more?
If you’d like to know more about the service or to find out if we can deliver in your setting, please get in touch with me at awalker-robinson@epilepsy.org.uk