Services The program services offer a wide range of services aimed to better the life of those people affected by epilepsy. Our services are offered face-to face, by telephone or by mail. Who gives referrals to The Epilepsy Center?
Who is eligible for services?
What services do we offer? Information and Referral Services
Advocacy & Case Management Services The Epilepsy Center works to support the rights of individuals impacted by epilepsy in areas such as:
We assess the needs of our clients; assist in planning and implementation of plans; coordinate services on their behalf and become their voice when necessary. Prescription and Benefits Assistance We link our clients to Patient Assistance Programs (PAP) offered by Pharmaceutical Pharmacies and assist them as necessary to apply for Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Emergency Medication Assistance Limited loans can be provided for the purchasing of anticonvulsant medication in an emergency situation only. The payment is forwarded directly to the pharmacy. Counseling Services Counseling is offered to individuals and/or families and includes epilepsy education. Special care is taken to identify and help individuals to deal with problems of acceptance and adjustment to epilepsy. Some of the common issues addressed in counseling sessions are:
Support Groups The Epilepsy Center of Northwest Ohio offers many Teen, Family and Individual Support Groups throughout our 13 county coverage area. Please call The Center at 419-867-5950 for more information on upcoming dates and locations. Family Support Network The center helps willing consumers to link with each other and provide mutual support on their own time, outside of the Epilepsy Center’s scheduled activities. It is particularly helpful in the case of a family with a newly diagnosed child with epilepsy. Family Camp Family Camp is a weekend of fun filled camping experience. Families impacted by epilepsy enjoy camping activities, epilepsy education and social events designed to increase understanding of epilepsy, improve social skills and develop self esteem in a warm and accepting environment. Seizure Smart School (SSS) SSS is an educational, age-appropriate program designed for all school children from Preschool to High School. A representative from the Epilepsy Center talks to the students about the myths and facts about epilepsy with the emphasis on acceptance. Kids on the Block (KOB) KOB is an epilepsy educational puppet show available for 3rd and 4th grade students. During the show, children learn what is epilepsy, what to do when someone has epilepsy and how to be a friend when the seizure is over. The KOB method of puppetry creates an atmosphere where children feel comfortable to interact with the puppets and to ask questions about the topic. Living With Epilepsy seminars (LWE) LWE is a series of quarterly seminars designed to provide clients in the community with relevant information that will enhance their lives. The presenters are specialists in their field who create an atmosphere conducive to communication with the audience. LWE takes place in the Epilepsy Center’s Conference Room. The Resource Center (RC) The Resource Center is located in suite 101, just down the hall from the Epilepsy Center. The RC includes a library of books, magazines, videos, and other media related to epilepsy. The material is available to be borrowed by the community. The RC also hosts a variety of scheduled activities such as support groups, Yoga classes, Bingo and Crafts for our clients. Residential Services
Admissions Requirements for ICF/MR Homes
Admission Procedure for Individual Options/Supported Living/Level One Services
Respite The Epilepsy Center works to offer support to other community members by offering temporary services in our group home settings. Beds are available for both men and women at our Barbara Jean McDonagh and Jean Scott Furney homes. We offer a stable, homelike environment with 24 hour staffing and nursing services available. We request a minimum of 48 hours notice whenever possible; however emergency services may be available upon request. Oversight We are licensed and/or overseen by the Lucas and Wood County Boards of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, the Ohio Department of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities, The Ohio Department of Health, and Ohio Department of Job and Family Services. Service Links www.efa.org http://www.ohepilepsy.org/ http://www.epilepsyinfo.org/ http://www.epilepsy-ohio.org/ http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/local/westernohio/ http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/cincinnati/ http://www.epilepsyservices.org/ http://www.abilitycenter.org/ http://odmrdd.com/ http://www.lucasmrdd.com/ http://www.woodmrdd.org/ http://jfs.ohio.gov/ http://www.doctortree.org/Neurologists-Ohio.html http://www.vnstherapy.com/ http://www.epilepsyhealth.com/stress-seizure.html http://www.epilepsy.com/web/animation.php?swf=first_aid http://www.medicare.gov/ www.ssa.gov http://www.eeoc.gov/facts/epilepsy.html http://www.jan.wvu.edu/media/epilepsy.html http://www.ohiopaths.org/ www.heno.org/carenet.html Seizure Alert/Response Dogs http://www.pawswithacause.org/ http://www.epilepsyfoundation.org/epilepsyusa/seizuredogs.cfm |
Kim L. “The Epilepsy Center has given me the opportunity to explore more of my nursing skills!”
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