Epilepsy Foundation of America

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The Epilepsy Foundation, also Epilepsy Foundation of America (EFA), is a non-profit national foundation, headquartered in Landover, Maryland, dedicated to the welfare of people with epilepsy and seizure disorders. The foundation was established in 1968 and now has a network of 59 affiliates. The foundation's programs aim to "ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and to prevent, control and cure epilepsy through research, education, advocacy and services."

The Epilepsy Foundation came into existence as the result of a merger of the the Epilepsy Association of America and the Epilepsy Foundation in 1967. It has since been joined by the National Epilepsy League. Programs included educational, counseling, referral, and employment assistance. In addition the EFA has advisory and youth programs, training grants and programs.

[edit] References

• Epilepsy Foundation profile. NEC Foundation of America. Retrieved on November 18, 2006.

[edit] External links

• Epilepsy Foundation website. Retrieved on November 18, 2006.
• Epilepsy Foundation. Charity Reports. give.org, BBB Wise Giving Alliance (July 2006). Retrieved on November 18, 2006.
• Guide to Organizations Providing Epilepsy Support and Education. Neurosurgical Service, Massachusetts General Hospital-Harvard Medical School. Retrieved on November 18, 2006.