Camp Brainstorm is a five-day, four-night overnight summer camp experience where youth with epilepsy come together and enjoy all the fun activities and friendships that come with a trip to camp, while leaving behind various challenges epilepsy can bring to their daily lives. They are all surrounded-some for the first time-by dozens of other kids who know exactly what having epilepsy means. There are no worries about what people will think if they had a seizure or if they will be excluded from activities just because they are different. At Camp Brainstorm, epilepsy is the norm.

From swimming to kayaking to rock climbing, all campers get to experience the fun activities of camp, while in a safe and medically monitored setting. In the months leading up to camp, Foundation staff build relationships with the campers, as well as their parents, and develop a solid grasp of their needs. This ensures an unforgettable camp experience.

Summer camp experience for youth with epilepsy ages 8–17.

To learn more, visit EpilepsyCamp.com.

Our programs continue to create the best impact for children and adults. To schedule a presentation or for more information, contact us through our online form or by phone at (210) 653-5353.

Information tailored to a variety of populations:

• Cultural Outreach
• Seizure Smart Schools
• Special Populations
• Professional and Personal

Free in-person counseling or e-counseling.

Counseling sessions provide an important place for individuals and families affected by epilepsy to discuss social and personal issues that a physician may not have time or expertise to address. Counseling sessions may be especially beneficial for children, helping them to understand issues of independence, maturity, and personal growth. Sometimes, therapists help to identify when parents’ overprotectiveness is adversely affecting a child with epilepsy. Counseling sessions are also used to provide coping tools for common problems people with epilepsy face including memory issues.

In general, counseling sessions help to discuss, put in perspective, better understand, and cope with troubling issues that somehow relate to or affect the treatment of epilepsy. We offer free in-person counseling sessions or e-counseling for individuals who cannot travel.

We offer flexible appointment times to fit your busy schedule. For more information, contact us with our request form below or by phone at (210) 653-5353.

Free.

Helping families and adults who are unable to pay for their medications.

For epilepsy patients, taking their prescribed anti-seizure medication every day is critical to their health and safety. Patients who stop taking their medications without a physician’s supervision are in serious danger of having an unexpected seizure that could be a life-threatening event. Our staff recognizes the importance of medication adherence; our Emergency Medication Assistance Program is a critical service for epilepsy patients.

30-Day Supply of Medications:

This program provides a 30-day supply of an individual’s anti-seizure medications at no cost to the patient. Our staff works directly with the patient’s pharmacy to pay for the prescriptions. Emergency medical assistance is granted on a case-by-case basis.

Enrollment Assistance:

During the month the patient benefits from the program, our staff will work with the family or individual to help enroll them in a patient assistance program or insurance coverage to ensure they do not find themselves in the same situation after the 30-day supply is gone.

To learn more about Emergency Medical Assistance, contact us through our online form or by phone at (210) 653-5353.

We distribute helmets to adults and children at high risk of head injury who cannot afford to purchase a helmet on their own in Central and South Texas. Beautifully designed helmets provide self-confidence, promote independence and improve quality of life. To a child with epilepsy, there is no greater gift than the opportunity to run and play just like anyone else.

We provide helmets to those in need in our service area (Central and South Texas).

This program is made possible by our sponsor Security Service Federal Credit Union, Danmar Products (helmet supplier) and the Women’s Federal Prison Camp in Bryan, Texas (women inmates hand paint and airbrush the designs).

For more information or to obtain a helmet, contact us through our online form or call us.

Free.

HOBSCOTCH is a free program specifically for adults with epilepsy. It’s designed to help you find ways to manage and cope with your memory problems in order to lead a happier, more productive life.

HOBSCOTCH uses Problem Solving Treatment and Memory Strategies which will help you identify memory-related problems in your own daily life and find solutions to manage these problems. This program consists of 8 sessions delivered by a certified HOBSCOTCH Memory Coach. The sessions occur weekly and last 45-60 minutes. The first and last sessions are conducted either in-person in a private office setting, or virtually while the participant is at home using a computer or tablet and a webcam. It is up to the Memory Coach and participant to decide if an in-person or virtual approach is more appropriate. Your Memory Coach will guide you through the program, giving you encouragement and support, but the ideas, solutions, and actions come from YOU!

What You’ll Learn:

• The ABC’s of memory, normal memory problem and how
• seizures can affect cognition
• Skills to improve your memory
• Skills to compensate for memory problems in everyday life
• How participating in physical and pleasant activities can reduce stress and improve your memory and your mood.

What You’ll Receive:

• 8 sessions with a HOBSCOTCH certified Memory Coach
• HOBSCOTCH Workbook
• Memory Tool Box
• Day Planner & Seizure Diary

• Be 18 years or older
• Be able to read and write in English with an IQ >70
• Have access to phone for weekly sessions
• Be able to commit to 8 sessions including 2 sessions in person or virtual

The Live It! Youth Transition program is an educational program promoting independence, individuality, and growth. We offer a supportive environment for teens to meet and get information about managing their seizures and preparing for adulthood. Teens have a chance to get to know other teens living with epilepsy and learn ways to navigate life with epilepsy. Parents will have the opportunity to get tools and advice on parenting their teen who is living with epilepsy as they transition into adulthood.

Our meetings are held once a month in Dallas, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin from 10:30am to 12:30pm. You are also be able to join us online. To register and get email updates, contact us at [email protected].

We offer Seizure Clinics in Austin, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Laredo, San Antonio and Uvalde for persons with epilepsy in our service area without access to specialized medical care. 

 Clinic services include:

• Examination by Board-certified Neurologist
• Emergency Medication Assistance
• Electroencephalogram (EEG)
• Laboratory Diagnostic Services
• Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
• Medication Assistance Programs
• Medical Case Management
• Social Service Case Management

To become a new patient in our clinic you must meet the following criteria:

• Have a diagnosis of epilepsy
• Be a Texas resident that resides in our service area
• Gross family income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Income Level Guidelines

Group art therapy for youth and adults with epilepsy.

Studio E allows youth and adults with epilepsy to explore their creativity, meet others with epilepsy and express themselves in an open, accepting and safe group setting. According to research, people living with epilepsy reported increased self-esteem after participating in Studio E. During the program, participants work with licensed art therapists using a variety of artistic media, including painting, sketching and sculpting. 

For more information, contact us here.

Many of our activities, events and programs would not be possible without the assistance of volunteers like you. Volunteers are very important to the daily function of the Foundation. We offer numerous opportunities for volunteers on a short term or long term basis-whatever fits your schedule! All volunteers will be provided with the necessary training to do their jobs.

Administrative volunteers are always needed to help with:

• Helping identify sponsors for special events
• Inviting your friends and family to participate in our special events
• Lending a hand at special events
• Providing testimonials about our services
• Sharing your epilepsy story with us
• Suggesting speaking opportunities at community organizations

If you are interested in volunteering for the Foundation, please complete our online application form. In accordance with policy, we will conduct background checks on all volunteers working with children.