Andy describes what being a support worker at Epilepsy Society involves
Andy is a support worker and shift leader from one of the residential care homes at Epilepsy Society based in Chalfont St. Peter, Bucks.
Hooky says goodbye to Joy Division to raise money for us
On Saturday afternoon, bassist Peter Hook auctioned off his historic collection of guitars, clothing and memorabilia from the archives of Joy Division, the post punk band he co-founded in the ‘70s. Part of the proceeds will go to Epilepsy Society in memory of lead singer, Ian Curtis. Nicola Swanborough, our Communications Manager, was at the auction.
Jasmine talks epilepsy and work experience
Jasmine Banovic talks about her epilepsy and why she is doing work experience at Epilepsy Society.
Why our trustee is walking 100 km to help analyse genetic data
Our trustee, Andrew George, explains why he is putting on his walking boots to raise money that will help us to analyse genetic data and increase our understanding of epilepsy.
The link between Saint Valentine and epilepsy
It's a little known fact that while St. Valentine is widely associated with love and the giving of 'valentines', he is also the patron saint of people with epilepsy.
A snapshot of history at Epilepsy Society
Our first patron in 1896 was the Duke of York who later became George VI. The Queen is still our patron today.