2020 was indeed a memorable year in more ways than one as we shared a global phenomenon called the COVID-19 pandemic. New Zealand has faired better than most other countries but there is always the need to be vigilant against any community transmission. International research confirmed that people living with epilepsy were at a slight increased risk for complications from the Covid infection and that

“He arahanga whakamua – Leading the way”December 2019 Newsletter Greetings! It is that time of year again when we are able to reflect back on the year that was and to plan for the next. As the world of epilepsy constantly changes, we are able to adapt and meet the needs of people living directly, and indirectly with epilepsy. We are very much a regional,

“He arahanga whakamua – Leading the way”July 2019 Newsletter Hello there, EWCT has had an exciting year so far and we are still rushing ahead with many things to look forward to in the future. Before we know it, the end of the year will be here and we will be able to look back at another satisfying year of EWCT providing education, support and

It is the end of another busy year for EWCT and we can safely say that we are going from strength-to-strength as the regional epilepsy provider of choice. We work hard to serve the needs of our communities in all areas of the Waikato DHB, as a non-government funded charity, and we greatly appreciate your support. Here are the many highlights from the latter part

Welcome everyone, It is only the fifth month of the year and already we have achieved so much this year. On a trust board level, we have said farewell to our secretary AiEe Teo, who has much travelling to do, as her family is spread between many continents of the world. Both Cyril Markham and Faith Gibbs have stepped aside in their former roles on

Christmas Newsletter December 2017 Goodness! We are at the end of another busy year and it only seems like yesterday that our year started out full of promise. This year has been really positive for Epilepsy Waikato Charitable Trust (EWCT) as we continue to ‘lead the way’ as the preferred epilepsy provider in the Waikato. That is not to say that our influence ends there,

Welcome everyone, Writing newsletters is always an enjoyable experience because it enables us to reflect on where we have been, and what we can look forward to in the future. It is all wonderful news and we are thrilled by the ongoing support that we have in our community by our funders, our supporters and by you: our valued clients and friends. Thank you all

Welcome everyone. We get to this time of year and think “Goodness, where has the year gone?” With only five months to go before Christmas, it shows that EWCT has been busy as the leading epilepsy provider, with many highlights to be proud of. At a special mid-winter dinner function on 9 July 2016, EWCT presented two ‘epilepsy hero awards’ to Lindsay Cumberpatch and Tim

This year has proven to be really busy so far and there are still four more months left of activities to enjoy.  Please feel welcome to come and join in the fun. We are only a phone call away and we always love to meet new people. Watch out for the regular News Alerts, sent by EWCT secretary, Ai Ee, that remind you of upcoming

Newsletter for February 2015 Welcome to a brand new year with plenty of exciting things planned for you all to enjoy. Firstly, our café socials are about to begin again. They provide an opportunity to meet up with old friends and to introduce ourselves to new ones. Having epilepsy can be an isolating experience but we are here for you. Friends are also welcome to