Empowering Epilepsy
Thankful Thursday

What Our Community Is Thankful For

Thankful Thursday is a space where people and families living with epilepsy share what they’re grateful for and how Empowering Epilepsy has supported them along the way. Each week, we highlight stories of connection, growth, and strength from our community.

We invite you to read, share, and engage with these posts to help other people with epilepsy discover what they can do. If Empowering Epilepsy has made a difference in your journey, please fill out the form and tell us why you’re thankful—we’d love for you to share your story.

Thankful Thursday: A Family’s Journey with Epilepsy and Finding Support

This Thankful Thursday, we’re grateful for the strength of families and the power of community. After a life-changing moment led to Nick’s epilepsy diagnosis, his family found support, resources, and connection through Empowering Epilepsy. Today, they continue their journey together—giving back and helping others along the way.

Leigh Goldie

Thankful Thursday - Mike's Story

Diagnosed with epilepsy at age 5, I spent years navigating it largely on my own. In 2022, I discovered Empowering Epilepsy and the kind of support I wish had existed when I had brain surgery in 2011. Through support groups, education, and community events, they connect people living with epilepsy in powerful ways. Each year I organize a team for the Gunselman’s Tavern Leprechaun Chase to help support their mission and bring more awareness to epilepsy.

Leigh Goldie

Thankful Thursday - David's Story

Epilepsy awareness is personal for Gunselman’s Restaurant Group co owner David Grace. After his son’s diagnosis, their family faced uncertainty but found hope through Empowering Epilepsy. They discovered they were not alone, that life continues with purpose, and that specialized care makes a difference. With guidance and support, they learned to manage epilepsy and move forward with confidence.

Leigh Goldie

Thankful Thursday - Carrie's Story

Empowering Epilepsy has provided me and my family with the information and support we needed to understand the type of epilepsy I have and a place to “belong”.

Leigh Goldie