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January 2026 Newsletter
Mark Your Calendar
You are invited to the Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware's 2026 Legislative Luncheon. Enjoy a light lunch, learn about epilepsy, seizures and how we are impacting Delaware. It is a great opportunity to meet legislators and others in our community! This is a free event. If you have any questions, please email Val at vbudischak@efde.org. We will be meeting on the 2nd floor Senate Hearing Room. Click here to let us know you are coming:
Just a reminder that EFDE offers a FREE Transportation Program.
If you are a Delaware resident, have been diagnosed with epilepsy/seizure disorder, and under the care of a neurologist, then you may qualify for this free program.
Rides are provided by Uber Health and must be scheduled through EFDE.
It is our goal at EFDE to continue to bring you the most enjoyable activities and programs we are able to provide in a fun and safe environment. You are our community and we need your input to continue to make it happen! Please take the time to fill out our 2026 Program Activity Assessment so we can provide these fun and exciting experiences for you!
Click the 2026 Assessment button to record your responses:
Upon completion of our Assessment Data collection, we will do a $25 Amazon Gift Card drawing the first week of February 2026 as a thank you! One winner will be chosen!
New Memory App
In 2004, Michelle's sister experienced a brain injury, resulting in uncontrollable epilepsy. Not being able to retain memory for more than one day, Michelle created the Memo-ries app to help her sister relive experiences, increase her independence, and improve her mental health. She is sharing her app in hopes of helping others with memory loss and their caregivers. To learn more, scan the QR code or click here to email Michelle:
A big thank you to everyone who has made a gift to the 2025-2026 EFDE Annual Fund! Your generosity is essential in providing educational and support programs, increasing awareness, and leading advocacy efforts throughout Delaware. We continue providing all services and resources at no charge, thanks to your support. A shout out and thank you to December’s donors:
Kathleen Fjeldal - Brian Bartley - Linda & Dwight P. Blankenbaker - Homi & Shireen Kapadia - The Acierno Family Foundation - Paul Sabini - Tom Josiah Consulting - United Health Group - James Butkiewicz - Elizabeth Churchill - Barry Wilbank - Anne Siemer - John Cochran - Ann Helbe - Eric J. Schulze - Simply Clean Services, Inc. - A. Smolko - Sarah Mullins - Joseph Cunningham - Pamela Stewart - Amber Mahan - Mark Wolanski
Don’t see your name? Make your gift today and join this fantastic group of supporters.
Seizure First Aid Certification training increases the knowledge, skills and confidence to recognize seizures and safely administer seizure first aid. Those who successfully complete the course will receive a two-year certification.
Knowing how to help someone during a seizure can make a difference and save a life. While everyone should know basic seizure first aid, becoming seizure first aid certified helps further with learning about epilepsy, recognizing signs of a seizure, using basic seizure first aid steps, and knowing when emergency medical help is needed.
Seizure First Aid Certification is designed for people who:
Have a family member, loved one, or friend with seizures
Have a job where you provide care for people with seizures
Have a job where you work with the public or work with someone who has or could potentially have seizures
Coach or lead groups
If your workplace or school would benefit from Seizure First Aid Training, contact us to schedule your FREE Zoom or in-person course.
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