Epilepsy Durham Region


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Epilepsy Durham Region (EDR) is a registered charitable non-profit, non-governmental health organization. We are dedicated to promoting independence and optimal quality of life for children and adults living with seizure disorders and their families, through awareness, support, advocacy, and public education.

Thank you for supporting our First Annual Purple Wave Parade

Out of the Shadow Lecture Series
"Taking the Lead in Seizure Management" - the last Out of the Shadows lecture of this series will be on Tuesday May 20th at 6:30 p.m. at Scugog Memorial Library, Port Perry. Guest Speaker, Jim Lawrence, Pharmacist, Durham Pharmacy, Port Perry. To register for this FREE session, please contact the office (905) 666 9926.

Come out and bring a friend on Sunday April 20th, 2008 for the 2008 Annual Walk of Courage

Join us on Thursday June 12th, 2008 for our Annual Charity Golf Tournament & Silent Auction

Are you a student who is currently under an Ontario physician's care for epilepsy between 16-21 years? Then click here for more information about the OBCL Scholarship

First of its kind, a province-wide Epilepsy Youth Initiative. We're encouraging youth with epilepsy aged 15-20 to BE HEARD and help eliminate the stigma surrounding epilepsy. It is your time to tell us what living with epilepsy is like: the good, the bad and the ugly. Click here to be part of the Epilepsy Youth Challenge and BE HEARD...

The Winter edition of the EDR Communiqué is now available [ read the Winter 2008 issue ]

Raise awareness and show your support by wearing a lavender bracelet! [ read more ]

	Just had your first seizure? A seizure happens when groups of neurons in the brain expel bursts of energy in an unco-ordinated manner. Epilepsy is the tendency to have recurrent seizures. Find First Response Protocol for seizures and information about an Emergency Response Action Plan, as well as many other online resources.


	2008 Annual Walk of Courage Not able to participate... Why not sponsor our "Office Athlete" - Melissa, and help her raise $1000! To donate online... Click Jacob's Fund 100% of your donation will support community programmes in Durham Region.


	Lend your support There are many ways to support EDR. Donate, become a volunteer or join in our fundraising activities.


	Become a member Enjoy all the benefits of membership.


	Take a look at some of our special moments in our new Photo Gallery, or look forward to a bright future in 2008 as we affect positive change for those touched by epilepsy. Together we are achieving the extraordinary!