EAU Announces New Support Groups

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EAU Adds New Support Groups

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, February 12, 2013 –“No person, trying to take responsibility for her or his identity, should have to be so alone. There must be those among whom we can sit down and weep, and still be counted as warriors.” ― Adrienne Rich

The EAU is pleased to announce the creation of 5 new support groups throughout Utah.

“These new additions to our Support Group offerings will allow people to more closely align with those they consider knowledgeable about what they are going through”, said Annette Maughan, President of the Epilepsy Association of Utah. “We understand that, depending on where a person is in their epilepsy journey, they may feel more comfortable with someone their own age, or with similar interests, and to that end, we have created specific groups to help build a more positive experience in living with epilepsy”.

Meeting various times throughout the month, the new groups are specific enough to encourage more openness, education, interaction and in some cases: more fun! We hope to see you there!

Parent Support Group:
McKay-Dee Hospital
4401 Harrison Blvd. South Entrance
Education Center room 4
4th Thursday of every month at 7:30 pm
Rebecca - parentsupport@epilepsyut.org

Sibling Support Group:
EAU office
8539 S. Redwood Rd. #B
West Jordan, Utah
1st Saturday of every month at 11:00 – 12:30pm
Annette - siblingsupport@epilepsyut.org

Young Adult Support Group:
EAU office
8539 S. Redwood Rd. #B
West Jordan, Utah
2nd Thursday of every month at 7:00pm
Chris - youngadultsupport@epilepsyut.org

Syndrome Specific Support Groups:
EAU office
8539 S. Redwood Rd. #B
West Jordan, Utah
As requested
Syndi - syndromesupport@epilepsyut.org

Over 65 Support Group:
As needed, location to be determined by request.
Judy – Over65@epilepsyut.org



ABOUT THE EPILEPSY ASSOCIATION OF UTAH
Founded in 1973, The Epilepsy Association of Utah is a 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all individuals living with Epilepsy and seizure disorders. 1 in 26 people will develop Epilepsy at some time in their lives leading to over 150,000 people in Utah alone. Epilepsy is the 4th most common neurological disorder in the US after migraine, stroke and Alzheimer’s. The Epilepsy Association of Utah offers a public education program, statewide support groups, personal and professional advocacy, college scholarships, art exhibits, educational conferences, summer camp and more. Visit http://epilepsyut.org for additional information.

Press Contact: Lindsey Palmer
Email: lindsey@epilepsyut.org
Website: www.epilepsyut.org

Salt Lake Valley Support Group

Please note, the time change and location are temporary.

The topic for the month of December is doctor visits, care, and questions to ask. 

When: Sat, Dec. 8th, 2012
Where: EAU Office
8539 S. Redwood Rd. #B (downstairs and around back)
West Jordan, UT. 84088
Time: 1:00 pm
RSVP: Join the Facebook event page here to RSVP.

Support groups provide education and information as well as emotional support. Come and learn about epilepsy, share your feelings, or just listen. Family members and friends are also welcome to attend.

If you cannot attend at this particular time, please contact us and we will let you know when other support groups may be happening in your area.

Questions??? You can contact our Support Group Director, or the Salt Lake Valley Support Group facilitator specifically at the following email addresses.

April@epilepsyut.org
Holly@epilepsyut.org

Hope to see you there!!!

Chili's outside? Chili's inside!

It may not be that chilly for a Utah December but that's no reason not to eat hearty! Join the EAU at any Utah Chili's location December 6th, 2012 from open to close and Chili's will donate 20% of your total purchase!

As if their Spinach & Artichoke appetizer wasn't enough incentive to come in and enjoy a meal.

Be sure to print out the flyer and take it in to ANY Chili's sometime during operating hours on December 6th.

Visit the FB event page Here. See you there!

Purplelicious Pageant Date Set!

Hooray for purpleness! The Purplecious Pageant date has been set!

What: Purplelicious Pageant
When: October 20, 2012
Where: Best Western Cotton Tree Inn
Sandy, UT
Time: 9:00am - Registration
10:00am - Pageant

The Purplelicious Pageant is the brain child of Patty Gannon and her Granddaughter, Courtnie Bartholomeusz. Patty and Courtney are working to get the word out that Epilepsy is nothing to be feared, it is something you have, not something that has you. Be prepared, not only should you be lovely, you have to be lovely IN PURPLE. That's right, it's Purplelicious!

The EAU salutes Patty and Courtney and thanks them for raising awareness, one glittery fabulocity at a time!

Visit Purplelicious Pageant Application to download your application today!

Annual Halloween Carnival Announced

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EAU Confirms 2nd Annual Halloween Carnival: Whispers in the Park

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, September 18, 2012 – In its efforts to help increase local Epilepsy awareness, the Epilepsy Association of Utah (EAU) has confirmed they will hold their 2nd Annual Halloween Carnival: Whispers in the Park on October 13th at Weber State University.

“The EAU is pleased to hold numerous events throughout the year, all of which are created to encourage those living with Epilepsy to get out and experience various activities without that fear that a seizure will occur. At EAU events, we expect a seizure. And we plan for it so we take steps to help avoid known triggers,” says Annette Maughan, President of the Epilepsy Association of Utah. She further explains the reasoning behind the significance of a Halloween Carnival by stating, “Halloween is that time when we leave behind who we are and become those things we have always wanted to become -a holiday where masks conceal the person and simple costumes make heroes out of all of us. We are thinking of these masks metaphorically and we are encouraging people living with Epilepsy to show themselves for who they are, to take off their veil and show the world that they do not need a costume to be a hero.” The EAU’s goal is to emphasize to those affected by Epilepsy and to the public that seizures can be scary; yet, when someone learns how to manage a seizure, the fear is eliminated.

The fundraising carnival will include live music & entertainment, food, games, a costume parade, a cake contest, vendors and various activities for all ages. Those interested will be admitted into the carnival grounds free of admission. More information regarding this specific event along with other information regarding the Epilepsy Association of Utah on their website at: www.epilepsyut.org

Date: Saturday October 13th, 2012
Time: 11:00am- 5:00pm
Place: Weber State University – Lower Quad
3850 University Circle
Ogden, UT 84401

ABOUT THE EPILEPSY ASSOCIATION OF UTAH
Founded in 1973, The Epilepsy Association of Utah is a 501(c)(3) charity dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all individuals living with Epilepsy and seizure disorders. 1 in 26 people will develop Epilepsy at some time in their lives leading to over 150,000 people in Utah alone. Epilepsy is the 4th most common neurological disorder in the US after migraine, stroke and Alzheimer’s. The Epilepsy Association of Utah offers a public education program, statewide support groups, personal and professional advocacy, college scholarships, art exhibits, educational conferences, summer camp and more. Visit http://epilepsyut.org for additional information.
Press Contact: Lindsey Palmer
Email: lindsey@epilepsyut.org
Website: www.epilepsyut.org

Dine at IHOP...help the EAU!

You know, some days, eating is just eating. Then there are the meals spent at IHOP. On those special days devouring at IHOP, why not help The Epilepsy Association of Utah (EAU)?

From 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm on September 26th, particpating IHOPs along the Wasatch Front will donate 20% of their qualifiying sales to help the 100,000 people in Utah living with Epilepsy.

Just bring in a copy of the flyer (Download it here)

to one of the following IHOP Restaurants and the EAU will get 20% of the total cost of your meal! Now that's a meal with a purpose.

This September 26th from 5:00pm - 9:00pm IHOP will donate 20% of their sales to The Epilepsy Association of Utah. All you have to do is print out the flyer to the right, take it in to one of the Participating Restaurants, present it to your server when you order your meal with a beverage and IHOP will send us a check for 20% or your total bill. How cool is that? Help us, while enjoying a meal with family and friends!

When:
September 26th, 2012
5:00pm to 9:00pm

Where:

IHOP Ogden
189 12th Street
(801) 621-7000

IHOP Layton
920 North Main Street
(801) 593-0433

IHOP Riverdale
947 West Riverdale Road
(801) 392-4467

IHOP Centerville
388 North Market Place Drive
(801) 296-8000

IHOP Sandy
10815 South State Street
(801) 523-8613

Purpleicious Pageant Date Change

We have been contacted by the Purpleicious Pageant Coordinator and been notified that the Pageant date has been changed. The Pageant will NOT be held this Saturday but sometime in October. Details to follow.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Thank you for your understanding.