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About Epilepsy Alliance Florida Inc.

Location:

7300 N Kendall Drive, Suite 760, Miami, FL 33156, US

Mission Statement

Epilepsy Alliance Florida (EAFLA) Epilepsy Alliance Florida is dedicated to supporting those impacted by epilepsy by confronting the spectrum of challenges created by seizures. EAFLA was established in 1971 as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3). EAFLA is the principal agency for epilepsy programs and services sponsored by the State of Florida, servicing the estimated 400,000 Floridians who suffer from the condition. It is a partner of the Epilepsy Alliance America. EAFLA serves as the lead advocate for the rights and needs of people with epilepsy and seizures at the local, county, state, and national level.

Description

Who we are

Established in 1971 as a not-for-profit 501(c)(3), Epilepsy Alliance Florida (EAF) is the principal agency for epilepsy programs and services sponsored by the State of Florida, servicing over half a million Floridians who live with the condition. For most of our history we were known as Epilepsy Foundation of Florida but in July 2018 we formally changed our name as we co -founded Epilepsy Alliance America, a nation-wide network of community-based epilepsy organizations. EAF also serves as the lead advocate for the rights and needs of people with epilepsy and seizures at the local, county, state and national level.

What we do

EAFLA serves as the lead advocate for the rights and needs of people with epilepsy and seizure disorders at the local, county and state level. EAFLA provides many valuable services to individuals and their families, regardless of their financial situation, including:

• Advocacy
• Case Management
• Information, Referral and Support
• Medical Services
• Neuropsychological Services
• Prevention and Education
• Individual and Family Counseling
• Research
• Development and Fund-Raising
• Resource Materials
• Support Groups
• Children’s Camp