National charity Epilepsy Action is holding a seminar in Truro on Monday 30 November to help support people living with epilepsy in the area.
The seminar will take place at Truro Town Hall, Boscawen Street, from 6.00pm to 9.00pm. The event is open to anyone with an interest in epilepsy. Guest speakers include Mary Parrett, epilepsy specialist nurse and Steve McCarthy, secretary of the North Devon Branch of Epilepsy Action. Mark McDaid, the charity's regional services manager for the south west, will also speak at the seminar.
Mark McDaid, regional services manager for the south west, said: “We are hoping to develop the work of Epilepsy Action in Cornwall and set up a branch in Truro. This seminar aims to raise awareness of epilepsy and to provide support and information for those living with epilepsy in Truro. People with epilepsy will also be able to meet others with the condition and there will be plenty of opportunities to ask questions."
Epilepsy Action, the UK’s largest member-led epilepsy organisation, has an extensive network of branches throughout the UK. The branches hold regular meetings and offer a variety of social events, informative talks and discussions relating to epilepsy.
The meetings offer the opportunity for people to share their experiences of living with epilepsy and also raise awareness of the condition in the local community. For more information about the work of Epilepsy Action, visit www.epilepsy.org.uk or call the Epilepsy Helpline freephone 0808 800 5050.
For more information about the seminar or Epilepsy Action branches in Devon, please contact Mark McDaid on 01291 621 478 or email mmcdaid@epilepsy.org.uk