Why we must build a better future for people with epilepsy
Epilepsy Society’s Chief Executive, Clare Pelham explains why our plans to convert the wealth in our land into research, is so important.
New and engaging novel about epilepsy by Louise Fein, ‘The Hidden Child’
Louise Fein’s second novel, The Hidden Child, is available to buy now. The book is based on in-depth research and the author’s personal experience of having a child with epilepsy. In Louise's blog below she discusses her daughter's epilepsy and the process of researching the novel.
How Access to Work helped Sharon start her own business
Sharon Ross has set up her own business ghostwriting autobiographies to enable people to capture and tell their own stories. Here she explains how the government's Access to Work scheme has helped her overcome some of the challenges presented by her epilepsy.
A 50 mile challenge to support people with epilepsy
Alex, AKA The Fifa Analyst, talks about why in May 2022, he is taking on a 50 mile race to raise funds to support the Epilepsy Society's work.
From support worker to director of care services
Jonny Anders-Cannon is Director of Care Services at Epilepsy Society. Here he talks about how he started out as a support worker.
EarthChat: time for action
Paige Dawkins, Social Media Officer at the Epilepsy Society, explains why she has started an internal initiative, 'EarthChat', to work with colleagues to raise awareness of the climate crisis and take steps to reduce the charity's impact.