Epilepsy Foundation New England Inc

Resource and support services: efne provides epilepsy resource rooms in about 13 hospitals across new england. Thousands of clients receive active listening and mentoring, education, and info/referrals. In fiscal year 2024, efne provided one-time grants of $50-$1,000 to 45 families affected by epilepsy and in financial crisis. Efne provides approximately 30 support groups per month, serving 400-500 people per year. Efne provides educational programs about epilepsy and seizure first aid to approximately 5,000 people per year, including school children, school personnel, first responders, parents and the general public. We maintain an online knowledge center and resource library.

Youth services: efne provides sleepaway and day camps each year, serving more than 200 participants each year. Clients receive mentoring from staff, volunteers, americorps member, and interns. Young adult retreats provide transition age youth with community building skills as they transition to adulthood. Hundreds of online virtual support groups and meet-ups provide support our youth. Efne's hope lion campaign has reached more than 1,000 families to provide support, education, and community as they move through their journey with epilepsy.