Our Mission:

The Epilepsy Foundation of Rochester-Syracuse-Binghamton will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy and research.

Our Vision:

Remove stigma, be first-in-mind for innovative programs, provide fast response and high-quality services for people with epilepsy and related disabilities so they may reach their potential.We serve individuals and families without regard to race, color, sex, age, or national origin.

Our funds are provided by NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD), Department of Health (DOH), Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID), Epilepsy Coalition of New York State, Inc., United Way, grants and fund-raising.

Hispanic Website

We are proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive public awareness campaign for Hispanics through our new Hispanic website and our partnership with Hispanic Communications Network.  Click here to view the new website.   

 

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The Jeanne A. Carpenter Epilepsy Legal Defense Fund has been created to help people with epilepsy fight discrimination – learn more

 

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Children and adults with epilepsy, seizure disorders, traumatic brain injuries, or developmental disabilities face a variety of challenges.

So do their families.

Welcome to the human services agency with the expertise to help them all.

News

Epilepsy Foundation Outreach Luncheons

EF of RSB is hosting three luncheons in Tompkins, Orleans and Steuben Counties over the next three months to help individuals with epilepsy, their families and service providers better understand their seizures and how to get the most out of life.  Click here to download the brochure.

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Use the above button to make a secure online donation and support the vital programs and services of the EF of RSB. (Our official name is Epilepsy Association of Greater Rochester -- so this is what you will see on our Network for Good donation page).

Summer Fall 2008 Newsletter AvailableOnline

The latest Epilepsy Foundation Newsletter -- Summer Fall 2008 -- is available on online. Also available online is our newly published Annual Report 2007/2008. Visit our new About Uspage for these publications.

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Syracuse Office Moves to New Location

Check out our new location at 1045 James Street in Syracuse.

Page Last Updated: May 22, 2009

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Walk for Epilepsy in Phoenix, NY
On Saturday, June 13, there will be a first-ever walk for epilepsy at Industrial Park in Phoenix, NY. Registration begins at 9:30 am, the walk is from 10 am to 12 pm. There will be door prizes, activities for children, free lunch, and music. Call Carrie at (315) 396-9636 for more information and to register.

2009 Legacy Cruise
Join Cruisin' Buddies on June 19 for the 2009 Legacy Cruise in memory of Lanny Roth. Cruise begins at 5 pm at the Glendale Technology Park, Rte 17C in Endicott, NY. Call Mike at (607) 625-5728 or Gabe at (607) 723-0656.

Epilepsy Foundation Golf Tournament
The Epilepsy Foundation's Annual Golf Tournament will be on September 28, 2009 at the Brook-Lea Country Club. Call Debbie Baker at (585) 442-4430 x2707 for more details.