Supports Available

For an employer who is interested in bringing people with epilepsy into the workforce or for those who have employees with epilepsy, Epilepsy Ireland can offer Epilepsy Awareness Training, which can provide guidance on:

• What is Epilepsy ? A look at the facts concerning the condition as opposed to some of the commonly held misconceptions.
• What is a Seizure ? Epilepsy is a condition that is unique to each individual. This section looks at the major classifications of seizures.
• Do’s and Don’ts! This section looks at the things people should/should not do if they are in a situation where a person has a seizure.
• Professional issues: Guidelines on assessing the suitability of a person with epilepsy to undertake specific jobs.