Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) CDC, an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, promotes health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability. The CDC Epilepsy Program conducts epilepsy program activities in improving care, improving communication and combating stigma, self-management, surveillance and prevention research, increasing public awareness and knowledge, and strengthening partnerships. http://www.cdc.gov/epilepsy/index.html National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) NINDS is an agency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and a component of the National Institutes of Health. It is the leading …show more content…
Services include: resource center with educational materials for loan, support groups, and epilepsy awareness programs. http://www.arkansasepilepsy.com/ FACES (Finding a Cure for Epilepsy and Seizures) The mission of FACES is to improve the quality of life for all those affected by epilepsy and seizures. FACES is affiliated with NYU Langone Medical Center and its Comprehensive Epilepsy Center. FACES funds research to improve epilepsy care, advances new therapies, and fosters a supportive community for children, families and caregivers who live with the challenges of epilepsy. http://faces.med.nyu.edu/ The Epilepsy Project A nonprofit created by people and families with Epilepsy for those who have been recently diagnosed those who have seizures which are controlled, and those who struggle on a daily basis. The Epilepsy Project focuses its efforts in mid-size communities where people may not have easy access to information, medical facilities, or events. http://www.theepilepsyproject.org/ Employment Services
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