Feel better about epilepsy in under 90 days
We’ve helped over 300 people so far.
Everyone has rated this service as good or excellent.
Get in touch today and we will match you with someone who can help.
In just three months you could feel brighter and lighter.
A conversation can change everything!
Our trained volunteers provide online (video) or telephone support to people living with epilepsy.
Our befriending service offers weekly chats to those living with epilepsy.
People who use our service may be –
- Parents and carers
- People who have had epilepsy most of their life
- Newly diagnosed
- People living with/supporting others with epilepsy
Whatever your situation, if you need someone to understand and support, get in touch and talk to us.
What people who’ve used the service say:
“I spoke to someone with children and she put my mind at rest”
“My befriender was absolutely amazing and honest and open. I asked her a lot of questions and she was okay to share things that really helped me to feel normal“
“You matched me with someone perfectly who understood the position I was in based on personality, interests and understanding. Such a brilliant service.”
“It’s been an absolute lifeline for me, it has put to bed lots of insecurities… I can’t advocate the service enough.”
About the befriending service
Who is it for?
Anyone living with epilepsy who is over the age of 18 and lives in the UK can access the befriending service if they are feeling lonely, isolated or just need someone to talk to.
This includes people living with epilepsy themselves or their close family members.
How does it work?
- Complete the form on this page (or refer someone here)
- One of our team will ring you to talk about the service
- We’ll match you with a befriender
- Start the calls and receive support
(Please note, this service is not delivered by trained mental health specialists.)
Know someone who would benefit from the service?
We accept referrals from family members, community workers and GPs.
If you have gained consent, please register their interest to the befriending service.
We’ll get in touch and do the rest.
Got a question about befriending?
If you’re not sure if this service is for you and want a bit more information please do get in touch.
You can email us at befriending@epilepsy.org.uk or call us on 0113 831 5678.