Epilepsy Durham Region

Epilepsy Durham Region Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Closed Weekends and Holidays

We are committed to promoting independence and optimal quality of life for individuals living with epilepsy and their families, through support, advocacy and public education.

💜 Myth Monday | Epilepsy Is Always ObviousNot every seizure looks the same.Swipe through for this week's myth-busting fa...
08/31/2026

💜 Myth Monday | Epilepsy Is Always Obvious

Not every seizure looks the same.

Swipe through for this week's myth-busting fact about epilepsy and learn how seizures can present in different ways.

Did you learn something new today?

💜 Wellness Wednesday | Staying HydratedSmall healthy habits can make a big difference over time.Swipe through for this w...
08/26/2026

💜 Wellness Wednesday | Staying Hydrated

Small healthy habits can make a big difference over time.

Swipe through for this week's wellness tip on staying hydrated.

How do you remind yourself to drink enough water throughout the day?

💜 Myth Monday | A Seizure Always Means Someone Has EpilepsySeizures can happen for many different reasons.Swipe through ...
08/24/2026

💜 Myth Monday | A Seizure Always Means Someone Has Epilepsy

Seizures can happen for many different reasons.

Swipe through for this week's myth-busting fact about the difference between seizures and epilepsy.

What surprised you about today's myth?

💜 Wellness Wednesday | Medication RemindersSmall healthy habits can make a big difference over time.Swipe through for th...
08/19/2026

💜 Wellness Wednesday | Medication Reminders

Small healthy habits can make a big difference over time.

Swipe through for this week's wellness tip on staying consistent with your medication.

What's your favourite way to remember your medication each day?

💜 Myth Monday | You Should Hold Someone Down During a SeizureKnowing what to do during a seizure can make a difference.S...
08/17/2026

💜 Myth Monday | You Should Hold Someone Down During a Seizure

Knowing what to do during a seizure can make a difference.

Swipe through for this week's myth-busting fact about seizure first aid.

Did you know this seizure first aid tip?

💜 Wellness Wednesday | The Importance of SleepSmall healthy habits can make a big difference over time.Swipe through for...
08/12/2026

💜 Wellness Wednesday | The Importance of Sleep

Small healthy habits can make a big difference over time.

Swipe through for this week's wellness tip on the importance of sleep.

What's one thing that helps you get a good night's sleep?

💜 Myth Monday | People With Epilepsy Can't Live IndependentlyEpilepsy may be part of someone's story, but it doesn't def...
08/10/2026

💜 Myth Monday | People With Epilepsy Can't Live Independently

Epilepsy may be part of someone's story, but it doesn't define their future.

Swipe through for this week's myth-busting fact about epilepsy and independence.

Help us spread awareness and challenge misconceptions.

Excited to be at the Canadian Tank Museum Tank Saturday (Remembering Korea) event to share about our upcoming Pulling To...
08/08/2026

Excited to be at the Canadian Tank Museum Tank Saturday (Remembering Korea) event to share about our upcoming Pulling Together for Epilepsy Tank Pull challenge. Come out to take part in a wonderful event at the museum and learn more about how you can make a BIG impact, one pull at a time! (Tickets available on the Canadian Tank Museum website and at the gate).

More Than an Epilepsy Diagnosis 💜At just 18 years old, Aydin has already overcome challenges that would test even the st...
08/06/2026

More Than an Epilepsy Diagnosis 💜

At just 18 years old, Aydin has already overcome challenges that would test even the strongest among us. Living with Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, a rare and severe form of epilepsy, his journey has included years of unanswered questions, daily seizures, advocacy, and resilience.

But Aydin's story isn't defined by epilepsy.

Today, he's celebrating incredible milestones. Achievements including early acceptance into college, earning a scholarship, and being invited to speak at an international IT conference about how AI has supported his learning journey while living with a disability.

We've had the privilege of supporting Aydin and his family since he was just six years old. Watching him grow into the remarkable young man he is today has been an honour.

His story is a reminder that a diagnosis does not define a person. With support, advocacy, and determination, incredible things are possible.

💜 Read Aydin's inspiring story through the link in our bio (or visit our website).

💜 Wellness Wednesday | Managing StressSmall healthy habits can make a big difference over time.Swipe through for this we...
08/05/2026

💜 Wellness Wednesday | Managing Stress

Small healthy habits can make a big difference over time.

Swipe through for this week's wellness tip on managing stress.

What's one healthy way you manage stress?

Address

PO Box 1 STN Main
Uxbridge, ON
L9P1M6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19054303090

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