Young adulthood can be a challenging time for those living with epilepsy. People living with the condition can be facing exams; experiencing increased independence for the first time; starting out in their careers; or building new relationships.
The natural stresses, anxiety, expectations and excitement that this can bring, can have a knock-on effect on a person’s epilepsy. This is why we offer this special online group for Young Adults.
The group allows attendees to meet with others of a similar age who are living with epilepsy and allows them to discuss their epilepsy and any new challenges that they may be experiencing as a result of young adulthood. It also allows attendees to hear from others who are also navigating or have already navigated these challenges and learn from these shared experiences.
The meet-up will be facilitated by our Youth Resource Officer, Agnieszka, who will be on hand to provide general information and support regarding epilepsy. The sessions are designed to be casual, informal affairs and the primary aim is to help connect young people with epilepsy with others living with the condition.
If you have any questions about this event, please contact Agnieszka at apolak@epilepsy.ie. Otherwise, see below for further details on this event and how to register.
We look forward to welcoming you to this event and to introducing you to the many other young people with epilepsy from across Ireland who will be in attendance!
WHO?
This event is for young people with epilepsy aged 18 - 24. (If you are below or above these ages, please search the Events section of our website for our other offerings which may be more suitable.)
WHEN?
This event will take place on Monday 19th October from 19:00 - 20:00.
WHERE?
Online, via MS Teams!
REGISTRATION?
To register for this event, please email Agnieszka at apolak@epilepsy.ie with the subject line "Young Adult Group".
You can also contact Agnieszka if you have any general questions about the group. Pre-registration is essential for the group and places are limited. If oversubscribed, we will keep a wait list.
Please note..
If you need any information or support regarding epilepsy as you progress on your journey with the condition, please do not hesitate to get in touch with your local Community Resource Officer. You can find their details by visiting the 'Our Local Services' section of our website.