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Thankful Thursday - It's a Family Affair
Follow Harper’s journey with Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome and uncontrolled epilepsy as her family shares the reality behind seizures, the power of understanding, and the support they found through Empowering Epilepsy.
Leigh Goldie
May 71 min read
Double Your Impact for Epilepsy Awareness and Support! 💜
This November and December, every gift you make to Empowering Epilepsy will be matched by a generous donor – doubling your contribution and
Leigh Goldie
Nov 6, 20241 min read
Celebrating Three Years Seizure-Free: It's Empowering!
July marks a monumental milestone for Uriah, a cherished member of Empowering Epilepsy, as he celebrates three years of being seizure-free.
Empowering Epilepsy
Jul 13, 20242 min read
IT’S OFFICIAL! I am 10 years seizure free!
IT’S OFFICIAL! I am 10 years seizure free! At the start of 2023 I set off on a journey to talk about my experience with epilepsy in hopes...
Hailey Thorn
Jan 8, 20242 min read
Memories of Living with Epilepsy
Happy November and WELCOME TO EPILEPSY AWARENESS MONTH! I figured I would start the month off on a light note as I make up for a missed...
Hailey Thorn
Nov 9, 20232 min read
What Does it Feel Like to Have a Seizure?
What does it feel like to have a seizure? In my experience, the emotional aftermath lasts for hours and the physical recovery takes days.
Hailey Thorn
Aug 2, 20232 min read
Seize the Day
Sometimes a bit of humor is the best medicine. As our family was struggling with the uncertainty of a diagnosis of epilepsy 12 years ago
Hailey Thorn
Jun 25, 20231 min read
Prescription Price Shock: The Struggle of Affording Epilepsy Medications Without Insurance
Discover the untold challenges of epilepsy advocacy: navigating medications and insurance. Join the conversation and seize control of your h
Hailey Thorn
Jun 11, 20232 min read
Unbreakable Bonds: Navigating Epilepsy Together
For March, I asked my sister Lauren to write about how epilepsy has affected her life. I was blessed to have her by my side during my...
Hailey Thorn
Mar 28, 20235 min read
A Mother's Optimism
In 2013, my mom wrote the story of my epilepsy diagnosis from her perspective, aptly titling it “A Mother’s Optimism.” I am excited to share
Hailey Thorn
Feb 5, 20235 min read
From Campus Challenges to Marathon Triumphs: My Epilepsy Adventure
I’ve come to realize that telling my story about epilepsy is twofold. In addition to raising awareness for a cause that is close to my...
Hailey Thorn
Jan 21, 20236 min read
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Sat, Oct 17Oct 17, 2026, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDTEmpowering Epilepsy Headquarters, 23500 Mercantile Rd suite d, Beachwood, OH 44122, USAJoin our Empower Your Life Conference to learn more about your epilepsy and seizures. Hear from some of the top epilepsy specialists in the country as they help guide you with ways to better manage your seizures.
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