About Us

Mission Statement

The Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education advocacy and research.

About the Epilepsy Foundation

The Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio is a private, non-profit social service organization providing services to people living with Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder, their families and caregivers as well as providing public education. Our mission is to enhance the quality of life for those affected by Epilepsy and to increase the understanding of epilepsy in Central Ohio.

The Foundation serves 12 counties in the Central Ohio region including Coshocton, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Holmes, Knox, Licking, Madison, Muskingum, Pickaway, Ross and Union. Our office at 4700 Lakehurst Ct, Suite 225, Dublin, OH 43016.

The Epilepsy Foundation is in compliance with the Better Business Bureau's wise-giving alliance standards. We are also an affiliated member of the Epilepsy Foundation National. Funding for the Foundation comes from Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities, grants, a variety of fundraising events, and individual and private donations.

The Foundation is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and a Professional Advisory Board that provides medical expertise, keeping us on top of the latest research and treatment for people living with Epilepsy. In 1957, the Epilepsy Foundation began providing services to people in Central Ohio. We have long been a "best kept secret" and we are striving to be a household name. Our services are a click or call away!

How many people does Epilepsy Foundation serve?

Over 100,000 people this year were touched by the Epilepsy Foundation of Central Ohio through its array of services, education/training programs a public information services.

Who does the  Epilepsy Foundation serve?

  • Newly diagnosed children and adults who have questions about the disorder and its treatment.
  • Adults and their families in need of on-going support for issues concerning epilepsy
  • Parents in need of support.
  • Youth and teens in need of social opportunities and support.
  • >Teachers, school administrators and school nurses who need training on epilepsy first aid.
  • The general public in order to educate about epilepsy.

Why is epilepsy an issue I should care about?

Because 1 in 10 Americans will experience a seizure some time in their lives. Because people with epilepsy and their families never know when a seizure could strike. As one parent described it, "Epilepsy is like a time-bomb, and the medications are the only thing keeping it from going off." Because people with epilepsy still face a stigma in our society associated with the disorder. Because 1/3 of people with epilepsy are children.