Epilepsy Action

General information

Epilepsy Action changes the lives of people with epilepsy.

We advise and support. Our Epilepsy Helpline and on-line support are one-to-one services that people with epilepsy and those who care for them have called a lifeline. Our services were used by 2 million people last year. At the same time, local branches and events support people in their own communities. Epilepsy can be an isolating condition, so this support network for people with epilepsy, carers and families, can make all the difference.

We improve healthcare.
Epilepsy Action has placed over 90 Sapphire Nurses - specialists in this complex neurological condition. We fund research to increase our understanding of epilepsy and ultimately improve diagnosis and treatment for people with the condition. We provide healthcare workers and teachers with the information they need in their care of people with epilepsy. And we are the accredited by The Department of Health’s Information Standard, providing useful and accurate information for patients to take home with them.

We fight for a better future. Thanks to our members and supporters, we are the voice of people living with epilepsy. We use this strength to campaign for change nationally – for a fair chance to get a good education and a job and to receive the right care. And we raise awareness of epilepsy with the public, to help stamp out stigma and discrimination.

As a charity, over 95p in every £1 of this life-changing support is funded by donations and fundraising.