Family Services

Counseling     Available in Rochester & Syracuse

Emotional upheaval frequently accompanies a diagnosis of epilepsy.  The agency's social worker provides short-term counseling to both individuals and their families.

In Rochester, contact Robin Didas-Mott, BSW for more information (585) 442-4430, ext 2708.  In Syracuse, contact Deb Lewis, LMSW at (315) 473-6973.

STRESSpite     Available only in Rochester

STRESSpite offers families the opportunity to create their own respite in order to relieve some of the daily stresses of caring for a child with special needs certified as eligible by Medicaid and/or OMRDD.

Family Reimbursement Program     Available in Rochester & Syracuse

Offers financial reimbursement for goods or services to families for a one-time purchase or to assist them in meeting on-going needs for a child with epilepsy and/or other developmental disabilities certified as eligible by Medicaid and/or OMRDD.