Facing the stigmas of Epilepsy

Living & facing the stigmas of Epilepsy Facing Epilepsy stigmas head on is the best way to rise above the misinformation hovering around the condition, that I and many others have. It is like a dark stormy cloud above us. Beastly myths have been around for centuries about what epilepsy is and…

Depression & Epilepsy

Depression & Epilepsy Any medical condition is difficult, some individuals deal with their condition better than others, but the struggle is generally still there. Many people find it hard to accept a diagnosis of epilepsy.  It can be hard on themselves, family and friends. Social life takes a back seat for…

Guess the name of the bunny with Warwick Lodge Dental

Guess the name of the bunny with Warwick Lodge Dental Warwick Lodge Dental and Implant Centre have a giant bunny patient in the waiting room this Easter season. The patients who go down to Warwick Lodge are sure to have a big surprise as they find themselves sharing the waiting…

Tonight I Went to A Group

Tonight I went to a group Not the anything like a “epilepsy group” or a “writing group” but a musical type of group. I was nervous but excited but when I got there I had a amazing time. I knew however that I had this secret, this beast of a…

Lord Mayors Award

The Lord Mayors Award I was shocked when I received a letter many months ago with the Lord Mayors crest on the envelope. When reading the letter I was taken aback that I have been nominated for the Lord Mayor’s award, and even more astonished that I was one of…

Purple Day 2015

March the 26th is a very special day for those with Epilepsy. It’s Purple day. Purple day is a day to raise awareness of Epilepsy and its a international Occassion. We wanted to do something bigger than we had done previous years, we had done wearing purple, planting purple plants,…

Brain Waves By The Sea

Brain Waves By The Sea  Brain Waves By The Sea Was held at Makcari’s the Bandstand, Herne Bay on 13th December. It was another event which added £160 to our goal. The christmas themed gift fair was a successful day where the community could support the charity and also get…

Static Cycle Relay – Lloyds

Static Cycle Relay  Lloyds Bank staff did Team Jo Epilepsy Foundation proud after committing to a challenge of a sponsored static bike relay. The Lloyds team kept the wheels turning all day. From the opening of the doors until closing time the bike kept turning.  Even the manager Vicky took on…

Hospital Appointment

National Hospital Of Neurology & Neurosurgery So today I went to the National Hospital of Neurology and Neurosurgery for the 2nd time. It was first planned that I would be staying here for a week this month however due to waiting lists and I’m sure many other aspects of admitting…

Easy Free Fundraising

I have just written my first press release!  Its about our new easy way of fundraising via easyfundraising.org.uk. easyfundraising.org.uk is a free service that allows good causes across the UK to register their cause online for free donations when supporters shop online. Over 2,700 online retailers available via easyfundraising.org.uk including…