Epilepsy surgery impacts the entire family unit, often placing siblings on a "parallel journey" of emotional stress, increased responsibility, and resilient growth. While the family's main focus is often on the child with epilepsy,
“The sibling relationship is unique in that it lasts the longest of all human relationships.” Supporting Siblings on the Epilepsy Surgery Journey Growing up with a brother or sister
The moment you walk into your child’s hospital room, it hits you. The sterile walls, the pungent scent of the hand sanitizer, the beeping monitors, the small hospital bed – it can all feel
The Flynn family, Christmas Day 2021 Guest Blog Post: Elizabeth Flynn "About six years ago on a family vacation to Park City, my three-year-old sister Margaret had her first seizure. I can
By: Brooke (13) and Jill (15) Hauser Our sister Katie’s story: For the past 8 years of my life, my little sister Katie has definitely made the most impact. When she was 4 months
"The sibling relationship is unique in that it lasts the longest of all human relationships."* This Epilepsy Awareness Month, we're sharing facts about drug-resistant epilepsy and surgery on our social media channels.
Today we introduce you to Catherine Flynn who, with Erica Hauser, will serve as a volunteer Sibling Support Lead and help us build our new Sibling Support Program. Both Catherine and Erica reached
Siblings of children with chronic medical conditions often grow up with more patience, compassion, and empathy than other children. But they're also at risk for anxiety, guilt, and isolation as well as other challenges.
