Epilepsy Scotland works with people living with epilepsy to ensure their voice is heard. They campaign for improved healthcare, better information provision and an end to stigmatisation. They represent nearly 40,000 Scots with epilepsy, as well as their families and carers. Services include: relevant literature and information on epilepsy, a video library, an interactive web site, a freephone Helpline.
They also provide training courses in epilepsy management, along with information evenings across Scotland and a community support service for adults with epilepsy and additional community care needs. There is also a network of support groups, which you can get in contact with by using the information below.
Contact information:
Website: https://www.epilepsyscotland.org.uk/
Email: enquiries@epilepsyscotland.org.uk
Helpline: 0808 800 2200.
Quarriers have epilepsy fieldworkers in Grampian, Fife and Lanarkshire. Epilepsy fieldworkers provide local information and support to anyone affected by epilepsy.
The Lanarkshire fieldworker is Helen McDonald, who can be contacted by phoning on 0141 779 4844.
You can also visit the Quarriers website by following the link: www.quarriers.org.uk
