Groups & Personal Support

At the Epilepsy Foundation of Wisconsin, we firmly believe that no one should have to face their epilepsy alone.  While epilepsy causes seizures, it isn’t simple enough to say that’s all it causes.  Epilepsy can also cause significant disruptions in a person’s life in several ways – sometimes requiring sizeable lifestyle changes. 

While we provide many different learning opportunities with our various educational programs, we also recognize the value in learning from those who live with epilepsy on a daily basis.  While epilepsy is a very common neurological disorder, it can also be difficult to find people like this.  It's why we are determined to provide support for you in whatever way we can. 

Support Groups

Our support groups help reduce the isolation that many people impacted by epilepsy often experience. They provide a welcoming space for adults living with epilepsy, as well as parents, caregivers, and loved ones, to connect with others who understand their journey. Some groups are more social in nature, offering a chance to build friendships and community, while others focus more on conversation, support, education, and epilepsy-related topics. Whether you’d like to share your experiences, join in open discussion, or simply listen and learn, our groups offer a safe and understanding environment for connection and support. Participants must be at least 18 years old to attend.

Virtual Adult Support Group

Third Monday of Every Month

Adults living with epilepsy come together to connect with others who understand life with seizures, share experiences, and find support through both the challenges and successes of living with epilepsy in a welcoming and understanding space.

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If you have questions, please email: info@epilepsywisconsin.org

Janesville

First Tuesday of every month

6:00-7:00pm

Hedberg Library

316 S Main St.

Janesville, WI 53545

(See Library Staff for Meeting Location)

Questions?

Personal Discussions

While we do not offer licensed therapy, we are happy to provide both one-to-one and small group (3 or 4 people) discussions that are focused entirely on epilepsy or epilepsy related topics that concern you.  Sessions like these can be especially helpful if you or a loved one has recently been diagnosed, or epilepsy has affected your life in a new way.  These discussions are facilitated by staff members or volunteers who either have epilepsy or are closely connected to someone who does.   In order to accommodate anyone in Wisconsin, these sessions are offered through Zoom or by phone.

If you’re looking for advice or simply need someone to listen to you, this is something for you to consider.  Contact us for more information.

Please email the following information to info@epilepsywisconsin.org.

  • Full name

  • Email

  • Phone number

  • What are you requesting?

    • one-to-one discussion

    • small group (3 to 4 people)

  • Video/Zoom call or phone call

  • Topics of interest

Madison

Third Thursday of Every Month

4:00-5:00pm

UW Memorial Union

800 Langdon St.

Madison, WI 53706

(Room Number listed in lobby signage)

Questions?