Epilepsy Awareness Day

Schedule

Sat Nov 01 2025 at 09:00 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children | Philadelphia, PA

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Join us for a day dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy, supporting those impacted, and learning about valuable resources!
About this Event

Epilepsy Awareness Day

Join us for a dynamic and family-friendly 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!


Info Sessions

πŸ•‘: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
What is Epilepsy?
πŸ•‘: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Seizure First Aid
πŸ•‘: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Transitioning to Adult Epilepsy Care
πŸ•‘: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Community Resources Panel

Info: Presented by the Epilepsy Foundation of Eastern PA, Epilepsy Alliance of NJ, and Family Resource Network of NJ


πŸ•‘: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
New Treatments for Epilepsy
Small Group Activities

πŸ•‘: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Kids Activities

Info: Face painting, games and more!


πŸ•‘: 11:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Teen Lounge: Supportive Group Activities

Info: Welcoming all adolescents and young adults to a peer group to connect with others and help better understand worries and fears around epilepsy.


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Where is it happening?

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, 160 East Erie Avenue, Philadelphia, United States

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