Grade 10 – 12
Through the sections in this side of the website, find resources, videos, activities and much more to learn about what you can do to help someone who has a seizure, and how you can help spread the word about epilepsy! We will add more resources every week! If you and an adult you know have a suggestion for our section, tell us at the Contact Us page.
FIRST AID POSTER – check this link for a downloadable poster about Epilepsy First Aid. If you want a professionally printed copy, order one at the same link. You can work with your teachers and school to have these posters placed in different spaces around your school, to help anyone in case of need. This resources is made by the Edmonton Epilepsy Association!
THE EVERYDAY IMPACT OF EPILEPSY – Watch this video as young adults talk about how epilepsy impacts their lives.
MARCH 26 PURPLE DAY – Purple Day is the International Day for Epilepsy! Visit this link and learn more. Learn how you can help spread awareness and education about epilepsy!
Young People and Epilepsy – Diagnosis – Watch this video as young adults share their experiences living with epilepsy.
Michael’s Basketball Team Learns Seizure First Aid – Visit this page, watch the video and complete some follow up activities to reflect and be ready to provide First Aid for Seizures!
CDC FIRST AID FOR EPILEPSY – this link takes you to a very useful page with clear directions on what to keep in mind when giving someone First Aid for Seizures.
TRANSITIONING TO ADULTHOOD – CONSIDERATIONS and CONVERSATIONS FOR YOUNG ADULTS WITH EPILEPSY – Access this website link with videos and resources to help young adults, living with epilepsy, get ready for transitions into adulthood.
WELL ON YOUR WAY – Helping Youth Transition to Adult Health Care – Access this website with resources for young adults living in Alberta, with any type of disability, as they enter the adult world of healthcare.
