Adventure weekend for young people with epilepsy

Aim: Epilepsy can be tough on young people. We connect young people with epilepsy through social activities to improve confidence and wellbeing.

"When all other friends deserted her, the youth group and workers made her feel part of a friendship group and for that I am extremely grateful." A parent

 Epilepsy can be tough on young people, their family, and carers too. Our youth work provides a safe space for young people to meet others who have epilepsy helping them to feel less alone and proven to improve their overall wellbeing. Support from Epilepsy Scotland can be life changing. 

We are seeking funding for an adventure weekend away in 2024 for young people with epilepsy

Taking part in motivating and stimulating activities, can make a measurable difference to their mental wellbeing, which in turn can reduce the occurrence of seizures.

Last year 84% of young people reported that at end of the residential, their confidence was improved. 100% of parents or carers said Epilepsy Scotland helped them as a family a lot and 100% said the youth group make them feel more positive 

"What I like about epilepsy Scotland is that nobody judges anybody. It helps boost your mood and helps me with my mental health too. I have found them very helpful in teaching me about my epilepsy and others too." A young person with epilepsy.