About this Event
Join us for our second annual Epilepsy Awareness Day at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children! Whether you're a caregiver or someone living with epilepsy this event is for you! Connect with others, hear inspiring stories, and gain valuable insights into managing epilepsy. This special event is designed to educate, empower, and connect families, patients, caregivers, and healthcare professionals. Through engaging talks, fun activities, and valuable resources, we aim to raise awareness and build a supportive community for those affected by epilepsy. See you there!
Presentations
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
What is Epilepsy?
Host: Daphne Hasbani, MD, PhD - Section Chief, Child Neurology
Info: Presentation on what epilepsy is, different types, and how it is treated.
🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Epilepsy Care from a Social Perspective
Host: Amanda Lauschus, LSW - Neurology Social Worker
Info: Learn how to navigate your child's epilepsy diagnosis in other ways, such as education, mental health, independence, applying for helpful public benefits, etc!
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Seizure First Aid
Host: Janette Locke - Director, EFEPA
Info: Presentation on seizure first aid and how to respond. Helpful for professionals, caregivers, and anyone who would like to be more informed.
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Transitioning to Adult Care
Info: Presented by our community adult hospital partnering physicians on the best ways to navigate transition to the adult healthcare system after aging out of pediatrics.
🕑: 12:15 PM - 12:30 PM
Community Resources for Epilepsy
Host: Janette Locke - Director EFEPA
Info: Presentation on programming and resources for those with epilepsy and caregivers who are also impacted.
Activities
🕑: 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Child Activities
Info: Child activities ongoing throughout the event for children and teens!
Event venue & nearby stays
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, 160 East Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, United States
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