Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, Inc.

Programs

The Epilepsy Foundation Southern Wisconsin has a variety of programs to address client needs.

If you have any questions about the programs and services listed below, please email us at efsw53545@tds.net or call us toll free at (800) 693-2287.

 
Advocacy and Counseling
Involves assisting clients with legal problems, discrimination cases, housing, employment, driver?s licensing, insurance, personal problems, everyday living, and one-to-one support.
Brain Trauma
The Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin office gives information and makes referrals for clients who have experienced a traumatic brain injury. There is a separate phone number they can call and the Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin office will give them information so they can maximize the services available.
Educational Seminars
This program helps people with epilepsy build their self-confidence and improve their job search techniques. The individual's seizure activity is an important element along with learning to understand the medical/social aspects of epilepsy and being able to present them positively to an employer.
Information and Referral
Information about epilepsy is sent out, when requested, and client names are added to the mailing list to receive the Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin newsletter. In many cases clients need to be referred to other agencies for additional services. Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin is able to coordinate with other agencies and can help the client get the assistance they need as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Legislative Updates
The Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin receives updates on local, state, and national legislation especially when it relates to people who have disabilities. We relay this information to our clients and professionals through our newsletter and community education presentations.
Professional Inservices
Educational programs about epilepsy are presented to interested employers, service agencies, rescue squads, teachers, group home workers, etc.
School Alert
Presentations are given in area schools to all grade levels explaining what epilepsy is, medical and psychological aspects of epilepsy, first-aid procedures, and prevention. There are videotapes, which go with the presentations, which are geared for the appropriate age levels. The Epilepsy Foundation of Southern Wisconsin also has the "Kids on the Block," puppet program which features "Brian," a kid who has epilepsy. The puppet shows have been very successful in communicating our message to elementary school students. Programs always allow time for the students to ask questions.

Speaker's Bureau Programs
Informational programs are available to clubs, churches, businesses, and other community organizations requesting a presentation. Their purpose is to help the general public understand the different aspects of epilepsy and to explain the services available through our agency.
Support Groups
Support Groups
 

BadgerCarePlus

  

BC+logo-blue[1]BadgerCare Plus

Since February 1, 2008, all kids in Wisconsin have been able to get the health care they need at a price their families can afford through BadgerCare Plus.  BadgerCare Plus allows every Wisconsin family, regardless of income, to have access to affordable, comprehensive health care coverage for their kids. In addition, BadgerCare Plus also offers coverage for more pregnant women, self-employed parents and farmers, and youth aging out of foster care.

Low income families can enroll their children into BadgerCare Plus at no charge.  Co-payments for health care services range from $.50 to $3.00 for families with lower incomes.

Families with higher incomes will be required to pay reasonable monthly premiums and co-payments for certain services. Co-payments for health care services range from $5.00 for prescription drugs and $100.00 for a hospital stay.

Under both plans, there are no co-payments for well child checkups and other preventive services.

It is easy to apply for BadgerCare Plus. Simply go to www.badgercareplus.org and fill out the online application for this program and other health and nutrition programs.  The online application is a convenient way for families to access the health and nutrition benefits they need.  For more information about BadgerCare Plus call 1-800-362-3002.