Over the years, Lisa has seen many people be a part of the caring and supportive community nurtured by the Epilepsy Foundation of San Diego County through their participation in the Foundation’s events and Epilepsy Support Groups.
“We all have different experiences, but at the same time can connect with others who know what it’s like to have seizures, and the weight we all carry on a daily basis,” said Lisa.
For Lisa, the monthly support group meetings help cultivate community by providing space for people with epilepsy, as well as those who have loved ones living with epilepsy, to feel seen and heard which is especially important when epilepsy is still so misunderstood. Lisa appreciates how the meetings also provide opportunities to learn more about epilepsy from professionals and those with lived experience, such as ways to cope and to ask for help.
“It’s so important and special for me to have a community where I feel understood, and at the same time, feel I can help and support others,” said Lisa. “Meeting friends and other people with epilepsy has made me feel less alone.”
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