Epilepsy Tasmania

Epilepsy Tasmania is a non-profit organization based in Tasmania, Australia, dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with epilepsy. It provides a range of services, support, and advocacy efforts aimed at raising awareness, promoting understanding, and reducing the stigma associated with epilepsy. The organization also works closely with medical professionals, educators, community groups, and government bodies to enhance epilepsy care throughout the region.
===History===
Epilepsy Tasmania was founded in 1975, initially as a community-based organization supporting individuals and families affected by epilepsy in Tasmania. Over the years, it has expanded its scope and services to include a wide range of programs designed to educate the public, assist people with epilepsy in managing their condition, and advocate for policies that improve epilepsy care.
===Mission===
Epilepsy Tasmania’s mission is to support Tasmanians living with epilepsy by providing education, resources, and services that enable them to lead full and inclusive lives. The organization aims to reduce the impact of epilepsy through advocacy, research, and awareness-raising initiatives. It also strives to foster a community that understands and supports individuals with epilepsy.
===Services===
Epilepsy Tasmania offers several core services, including:
* Support Services: Individualized support and counseling for people with epilepsy and their families. This includes peer support groups, mental health services, and epilepsy management guidance.
* Education & Training: Epilepsy awareness training for schools, workplaces, healthcare providers, and community organizations to promote understanding and inclusivity.
* Advocacy: Epilepsy Tasmania advocates for better access to healthcare, improved medical care, and policy changes that benefit individuals living with epilepsy. The organization works at both the state and national levels to push for legislation and funding that improves epilepsy outcomes.
* Community Engagement: Raising awareness about epilepsy through public events, campaigns, and partnerships with community organizations. Epilepsy Tasmania also provides resources to improve the social and emotional well-being of people with epilepsy.
===Programs===
Epilepsy Tasmania runs a variety of programs, including:
* Epilepsy Connect: A peer-to-peer support program where individuals living with epilepsy can connect with others for guidance and shared experiences.
* Epilepsy Smart Schools: A national initiative aimed at improving epilepsy education and management in schools. Epilepsy Tasmania provides schools with resources to become more epilepsy-friendly and to ensure that students with epilepsy can safely participate in school life.
* Seizure First Aid Training: Programs designed to educate the public, workplaces, and healthcare professionals on how to respond appropriately to seizures.
===Research and Partnerships===
Epilepsy Tasmania collaborates with local universities, medical researchers, and healthcare providers to advance epilepsy research in Tasmania. The organization seeks to contribute to the broader understanding of epilepsy, particularly around improving treatments, quality of life, and epilepsy management.
===Governance===
Epilepsy Tasmania is governed by a board of directors made up of community members, healthcare professionals, and individuals with epilepsy or their families. The board works closely with the organization’s CEO and staff to ensure that its services meet the needs of the community.
===Funding===
As a not-for-profit organization, Epilepsy Tasmania relies on a combination of government grants, community donations, fundraising events, and partnerships with local businesses to fund its operations and services.
===Advocacy and Awareness Campaigns===
Epilepsy Tasmania is known for organizing public awareness campaigns to reduce the stigma of epilepsy and increase understanding about the condition. Each year, it participates in international awareness events such as Purple Day and Epilepsy Awareness Month, encouraging Tasmanians to get involved and support people living with epilepsy.
===Contact Information===
For more information about Epilepsy Tasmania, please visit their official website: www.epilepsytasmania.org.au
Category:Companies based in Tasmania
Category:Non-profit organizations
Category:Companies established in 1975