August 17, 2010
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Back to School!RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS AND PARENTSThough the sunny days can be deceiving, the end of summer is quickly approaching. With that, comes the return to school. Children and adults with epilepsy can face additional challenges while pursuing their academic goals. This could include educating teachers and classmates about seizures or accessing learning support services. The BC Epilepsy Society has great resources and services to assist in these matters. These include: School and Parent Partnerships: An information sheet that gives parents practical advice on advocacy and communication with school personnel, as well as an overview of school support services. Understanding Students with Epilepsy: Tips for Teachers: A document that describes impacts of seizures on learning and gives suggestions on how to support children with epilepsy in the classroom. Epilepsy Fact Sheet: Answers common questions about seizures and epilepsy. Seizure Types and First Aid: A concise and easy to read information sheet that outlines what seizures look like and what to do. Learning Difficulties and Epilepsy: This document explains the relationship between learning difficulties and epilepsy, as well as, the role of assessments, Individual Education Plan strategies, and social-emotional directives. First Aid Poster: An excellent reference for first aid for convulsive and non-convulsive seizures. Epilepsy and Seizure Information for Schools DVD: Our new DVD explains facts about seizures and epilepsy, recognizing seizures and first aid, learning difficulties and teaching strategies to assist those with epilepsy. As well, our Partners in Teaching program provides free educational workshops for teachers and students. This includes classroom resource kits with materials for children and teens. More information is available from our website at: www.bcepilepsy.com/programs_and_services/Partners_in_Teaching.aspx |
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Medical ID for People with EpilepsyCHECK OUT YOUR OPTIONSPeople with epilepsy are strongly encouraged to wear medical ID. It is an excellent way to ensure your medical condition is recognized and cared for appropriately. Seizures could be mistaken for drug intoxication, fainting, or sleep and mental health disorders. A medical ID can help avoid confusion. With the proper information, emergency care providers will know how to assess the situation and decide on further care. This is important for people with epilepsy, as having a seizure does not always mean emergency hospital care is required, so an ID could eliminate unnecessary trips to the hospital. Nowadays, medical IDs are not just bracelets and necklaces. There are many options available such as anklets, watches, stickers, temporary tattoos, waterproof sport bands with removable paper, and shoe lace and back pack tags. These come in styles suitable for men, women, sports enthusiasts, and children. Our new blog post at www.bcepilepsy.com/blog shows pictures of many of these options, including where you can purchase them. Check them out! You'll be surprised at the variety of options that are available. Remember, “safe” fashion is always in style! |
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Upcoming Events & Important DatesSTAY INFORMEDJuly 1 - August 31 Pepsi Refresh Project Voting Please continue to vote for our Pepsi Refresh Project grant application at this webpage. August 23rd Deadline for Dreams Take Flight Disneyland trip applications. Click here for more information and application forms. September 14 Lecture - Epilepsy Surgery Dr. Mary Connolly Chan Centre, BC Children's Hospital 7 - 9 pm October TBA Lecture - What's New in Epilepsy? Dr. Kevin Farrell Chan Centre, BC Children's Hospital 7 - 9 pm October 19 Trip to Disneyland for Children with Epilepsy November 10 Shakin' Not Cured - Fundraiser for the BC Epilepsy Society Monk McQueens - Vancouver 7 - 11 pm November 15 Lecture - Epilepsy and Family Dynamics Dr. Josef Zaide and Dr. Audrey Ho Chan Centre, BC Children's Hospital 7 - 9 pm |
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