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We continue to help you get to know our trustees. Today, Michael Sturrock explains what particularly interests him about Epilepsy Scotland and what he hopes to bring to the organisation. Why did you join Epilepsy Scotland as a trustee? I have had epilepsy for nearly a decade now and have benefited a great deal …
Today is SUDEP Action Day. SUDEP stands for Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy. It is rare in adults and even rarer in children. To put it in context, anyone living with a long-term condition like diabetes or asthma has a slightly higher risk of sudden death, and this is no different with epilepsy. This blog …
Over the next few months, we will be helping you get to know our trustees. Today, Graham Loan explains why he joined Epilepsy Scotland as a trustee and what he hopes to bring to Epilepsy Scotland. Why did you join Epilepsy Scotland as a trustee? After being diagnosed with epilepsy in 2017, I used …
Our Chief Executive, Lesslie Young, looks at the development of a new National Care Service in Scotland and how real meaningful change is needed and only comes from a true understanding of what social care is. COVID-19 highlighted and continues to highlight one of Scotland’s greatest failings, the poor management, and delivery of social care. …
Epilepsy Scotland – Welfare Rights & Training Administrator Salary: £ 21,500 (pro rata 21 hours) Location: Glasgow This new post will be integral to the smooth running of Epilepsy Scotland’s busy Welfare Rights and Training services. The Welfare Rights & Training Administrator will provide high-quality administrative support to both Welfare Rights and Training departments, …
The 10th of October is World Mental Health Day. Did you know that about 1 in 4 people will experience mental health problems each year? This means, that most likely, you will know someone who has struggled with their mental health or you may have experienced mental health struggles yourself. Many people with epilepsy will …
Not long to go until our Halloween Firewalk takes place here at Epilepsy Scotland HQ. We can’t wait to welcome everyone to Govan Road and challenge the mind and body to walk over hot coals! Full training will be given by our qualified team at Inspire. If you would like to sign up, all you …
Over the next few months, we will be helping you get to know our trustees. Today, Michael Shanks explains why he joined Epilepsy Scotland as a trustee and what the main responsibilities are. Why did you join Epilepsy Scotland as a trustee? Having completed Epilepsy Scotland training for many years, I knew of the …
Amy was diagnosed with epilepsy when she was just 10 years old. As part of our #StudentSeptember campaign, Amy shares her experiences of living with epilepsy. Also, the help and support she has received at school and what she feels schools could do to provide more support for people with epilepsy. What type of …
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