The quest to heighten the awareness and dispel the myths of epilepsy is urgent, we need your help. Whether you have been personally affected by epilepsy, want to give back to your community or looking for personal empowerment, we’d be so happy to hear from you. We are a grassroots, volunteer-based organization, your generosity is key to our success.

The time commitment varies. Some volunteers choose to donate one hour a week. Others spend many hours volunteering. Continuing projects and one-time events ensure there are a variety of roles to fill and tasks to be completed. Work on your own or in a group doing administrative or take the leadership role. The choice is yours!

Benefits of volunteering with Epilepsy Durham Region

Why should you volunteer? What’s in it for you?

• cultivate new skills
• gain real-world experience
• keep your skills up-to-date and acquire new ones
• build self-esteem and gain a new sense of purpose
• meet new and interesting people, develop professional contacts
• make a difference in your community
• learn about epilepsy and how you can help
• its just a fun way to spend some time with friends

Why are we so glad to have volunteers?

• complete tasks faster, allowing the organization to do more
• it’s a chance to build relationships with the community we are working to serve
• get new and interesting ideas from fresh minds
• allows Epilepsy Durham Region to move beyond office work
• allows Epilepsy Durham Region to meet the growing needs of so many

Contributing Agencies

Epilepsy Durham Region is pleased to recognize organizations who have generously supported community programming benefiting those touched by epilepsy. With ongoing support we will continue to foster hope and courage for a better life with epilepsy. Sometimes, the greatest contribution you can make is the gift of your time.

Become a Volunteer

Please print and complete the following volunteer profile and submit to Epilepsy Durham Region.

  Volunteer Application Form

General Volunteering

Use valuable skills while giving back to your community. Choose from a wide range of volunteer tasks. Assist with the organization of fundraising and awareness events, create parent and teacher toolkits, assist with the creation of our quarterly newsletter or get some exercise and fresh air working in our garden. What interests you?

Youth Volunteering

Volunteering can be a great asset to a young person trying to gain experience in the working world. Explore career options, become socially aware, gain self-confidence and experience while completing your curriculum requirements. During the school year some tasks may be completed at home. Enquire about our Lora the Lavender Labrador Campaign and how you can help. In the summer you can assist us with Gladioli Flower Campaign. Contact our office and find out how you can get involved.

Student Co-ops

Are you a post secondary student and would like to do a co-p placement with Epilepsy Durham Region? Send an email stating the details of your desired co-op along with an up-to-date resume and cover letter in .doc format to support@epilepsydurham.com.