Advice and Support
People with epilepsy are not alone. We are here to help you. Our approachable Epilepsy Advisor offers free, confidential advice and support to people, directly and indirectly, affected by epilepsy.
As part of the support service, our Advisor is also trained as a Total Mobility assessor.
For more information contact our advisor Esther Liddle on 021 888 293, esther@ewct.org.nz
Advocacy
Advocacy is a big part of our service. We support and advocate for clients at doctor’s appointments; with housing, employment, or schooling. This can be in-person, via written communication through letters of support, or remotely by phone or video link by arrangement.
Action Plans
As part of our service our Advisor draws up Seizure Action Plans for each client so they, their school, employers, family, carers or anyone else they may wish to know has a plan of action in the case of a seizure.
Each plan is specific to the person and their circumstances and contains instructions for others to follow to keep the person safe and help others know what to do.
Contact Esther Liddle for more information on 021 888 293 or esther@ewct.org.nz
Social Activities
Feel a sense of belonging by joining for both children and adults. Social events are regularly held throughout the year enabling people with epilepsy, and their family/whanau and friends, to become part of our supportive community.
In-service Training
Be informed about epilepsy and its impact on those who have the condition.
Topics include:
– What is epilepsy?
– Causes
– Seizures: types/first aid/triggers
– Medication/non-drug treatments
– Psychosocial issues
– Living with epilepsy: keeping safe
Contact Esther Liddle for more information on 021 888 293 or esther@ewct.org.nz
Epilepsy Awareness Talks in Schools
Our Epilepsy Advisor is able to give interactive lessons and talks to schools.
Empower children with epilepsy and create an understanding of what epilepsy is in the classroom with an educational talk from us.
See here for an example of a talk and what it includes.
Contact Esther Liddle for more information on 021 888 293 or esther@ewct.org.nz
Remote Consultations
EWCT offers free epilepsy consultations via remote appointments from anywhere in New Zealand via phone or video call.
This may be especially useful if you have a Doctors appointment via phone/video or simply want some advice.