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Epilepsy Resources in New Jersey

Epilepsy Resources in New Jersey. Emergency Medication Funds available for people with epilepsy who are temporarily unable to afford the purchase of their anticonvulsant medication. Information and Referral

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Epilepsy Resources in New Jersey

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  1. Epilepsy Resources in New Jersey

  2. Emergency Medication Funds available for people with epilepsy who are temporarily unable to afford the purchase of their anticonvulsant medication. Information and Referral For people with general epilepsy questions, concerns and issues, information includes pamphlets, brochures, videotapes, books and other information. Referrals are made to other types of services (medical evaluations/testing, housing, etc. as well) Scholarship For graduating high school seniors with epilepsy who are pursuing their educational goals and who have financial need. Scholarship recipients are selected through a competitive process. Support Groups Mentoring Program Individual Supports

  3. Community Supports • Heads Up For Safety • Managing Students with Seizures – A training for School Personnel • School Nurse • Thinking About Epilepsy • Take Charge of the Facts • Law Enforcement • EMS • Health Fairs

  4. Family Supports Camp Nova • A one-week residential summer camp program for young adults with epilepsy & other disabilities. Programming includes recreational and disability learning activities to recreational, socialization, companionship, education, and fun.

  5. Advocacy • Kids Speak Up, Speak Out • Epilepsy Task Force

  6. Raising Awareness Walks • May 15, 2011 Shore Walk • October 9, 2011 Central Walk Purple Day • March 26th

  7. Contact the Epilepsy Foundation of New Jersey By Phone: 800.336.5843 By Email: efnj@efnj.com

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