About Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder

Epilepsy is a neurological condition that makes people susceptible to seizures.  A seizure is a change in sensation, awareness, or behavior brought about by a brief electrical disturbance in the brain.

People living with epilepsy have the right to expect certain things.  These include:

1. The right to be treated fairly and with respect.
   
   
2. The right to receive comprehensive, understandable information about epilepsy and its treatment.
   
   
3. The right and responsibility to be active members of their healthcare team.
   
   
4. The right to know and understand all of the treatment options available to them.
   
   
5. Special populations of people with epilepsy, including children, adolescents, the elderly and others have the right to ask about treatment and information appropriate to their specific needs.
   
   
6. The right to understand all of the options and legal protections for accessing healthcare benefit coverage available to them.
   
   
7. The right to know that healthcare providers will hold personal and medical information confidential.
   
   
8. Children with epilepsy may have the right to receive special education and related services at school; parents have the right to advocate for such services.
   
   
9. The right to know that there are federal and state laws that may provide them with protections in the workplace.
   
   
10. The right to access help and support that will assist them in making informed decisions about living with epilepsy.
    

We Can Help You!

The Epilepsy Foundation of Kansas and Western Missouri provides services to persons with epilepsy/seizure disorder living in Kansas and 37 counties of Western Missouri.