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Brynleigh, living with TSC, with her mom, Lauren

Issue 5 - 2024

Highlights
  • Read about how one mom learned that self-care is the most selfless act you can do for your family, and find ways you can practice self-care, too
  • Hear from Mikenna, whose two siblings live with TSC, as she talks about her experience growing up caring for her siblings and herself
  • See how a family motto inspired a boy living with epilepsy to grow up and become a doctor and advocate

Issue 4 - 2023

Highlights
  • Read a husband’s perspective on the evolving communication in his marriage, and how he and his wife partner to raise their three kids and care for their daughter living with epilepsy
  • Learn from a mom who passed a law in her state for Seizure Safe Schools and how to advocate for change in your local area
  • Hear from two sisters whose brother lives with epilepsy about keeping an open dialogue and their vision for the future

Issue 3 - 2022

Highlights
  • Read an inspiring story of a mom who moved beyond feeling helpless and became a scientist
  • Learn about the importance of transition of care and how to start the process using a helpful toolkit
  • Hear from other caregivers on how they tackle challenges like finding quality time with their family or getting support from those around them


Issue 2 - 2021

Highlights
  • Learn about respite care and how to advocate for it
  • Create a Seizure Action Plan (SAP) with an included template
  • Receive tips from other caregivers and patients on how to make the most of telehealth appointments

Issue 1 - 2020

Highlights
  • See what one caregiver places into her ultimate seizure readiness kit
  • Hear from siblings sharing their words of wisdom, advice, and experiences
  • Read tips from a special education teacher and caregiver to help you make the most of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and find a template to help you prepare for your next meeting
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Seizure readiness kit brochure
Seizure readiness kit

Create the ultimate seizure readiness kit with a list of items for you or other caregivers to have on hand in case a seizure occurs.

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Create the ultimate seizure readiness kit with a list of items for you or other caregivers to have on hand in case a seizure occurs.

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Seizure Action Plan (SAP) template brochure
Seizure Action Plan (SAP) template

Use this template to create a SAP that lets other people, including medical professionals, know your loved one's specific treatment plan that should be followed during and after a seizure.

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Use this template to create a SAP that lets other people, including medical professionals, know your loved one's specific treatment plan that should be followed during and after a seizure.

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Tips and a worksheet for Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings brochure
Tips and a worksheet for Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings

This resource can help you navigate the annual goals and support services designed for each individual’s needs, ranging from speech therapy and counseling to curriculum modifications and mobility amenities.

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This resource can help you navigate the annual goals and support services designed for each individual’s needs, ranging from speech therapy and counseling to curriculum modifications and mobility amenities.

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Understanding seizures with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS) brochure
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Understanding seizures with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS)

Detailed educational information and resources to help you and your loved one understand and navigate an LGS diagnosis.

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Detailed educational information and resources to help you and your loved one understand and navigate an LGS diagnosis.

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Understanding seizures with Dravet syndrome brochure
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Understanding seizures with Dravet syndrome

Detailed educational information and resources to help you and your loved one understand and navigate a Dravet syndrome diagnosis.

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Detailed educational information and resources to help you and your loved one understand and navigate a Dravet syndrome diagnosis.

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Understanding seizures with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC) brochure
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Understanding seizures with tuberous sclerosis complex (TSC)

Detailed educational information and resources to help you and your loved one understand and navigate a TSC diagnosis.

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Detailed educational information and resources to help you and your loved one understand and navigate a TSC diagnosis.

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Seizures are Signs logo

Learn the signs and take a short assessment to begin a conversation with your doctor that may lead to a more specific diagnosis.

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unspoken symphony gives families a new way to connect with each other through art and music. Upload artwork to generate an original melody, sheet music, and a video file.

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