Epilepsy NZ - Otago Branch

What Do We Do?

Educational services for professionals who work with people with epilepsy such as ambulance service staff, police, nurses and teachers

Community awareness through speaking engagements in community groups including service clubs, workplaces, school and recreational clubs

A national epilepsy helpline 0800 374 537 Information and support services, both face-to-face and over the phone

Educational programmes to increase the understanding of a person with epilepsy, their family and friends

Local branches offering various types of support and social groups Seizure management planning that provides strategies to help the person with epilepsy gain control of their seizures and build confidence

Regular publications of information through newsletters, brochures, information sheets and our website www.epilepsy.org.nz