Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas

The Mission of the Epilepsy Foundation is to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives. 

It may be hard to believe, but every 4 minutes someone in the U.S. is diagnosed with epilepsy. In the time it takes to read this, someone will hear the words “You have a seizure disorder…you have epilepsy.” Epilepsy affects all aspects of a person's life.  Learning to cope with and manage epilepsy takes a coordinated effort by family, friends, teachers, and the community. The Foundation will serve as a resource to connect you to the network of people who want to help you live life to the fullest!

The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas (EFCST) was founded in 1993 to improve the quality of life of over 141,000 persons with epilepsy residing in 79 Central and South Texas counties. 

The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas strives to put an end the myths and misunderstandings about epilepsy while helping individuals with epilepsy to improve their quality of life and the opportunity to live a full and meaningful life.

The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas (EFCST) provides services to people with epilepsy in 79 counties in central and south Texas. We also host several events throughout the year that provides the opportunity to partner with those within our community, the raising awareness that 1 in 26 people will develop Epilepsy at some point in their lifetime. 

Seizure First Aid Training - Training to increase awareness of epilepsy and reduce the associated stigma and fear surrounding epilepsy.

Epilepsy Seizure Clinic Program - EFCST's flagship program, the Epilepsy Clinic Medical Program provides individuals with access to a continuum of high-quality medical services.

Summer Camp - Camp Brainstorm is our residential camp for children and teens with epilepsy. At a cost of $1,000 per camper, the Foundation is proud to provide this life changing camp experience, at no cost to families. EpilepsyCamp.com 

Information & Referrals - EFCST provides accurate epilepsy information and appropriate referrals to community agencies. We provide persons with epilepsy, families, and service providers with accurate, current information about the disorder, and referrals to appropriate services.

Advocacy - Speak Up Speak Out Public Policy Network -The Epilepsy Foundation of Central & South Texas believes there is a critical need to develop a strong, organized epilepsy advocacy network in our state. The goal of the network is to educate legislators and other officials about the needs of persons with epilepsy and to ensure that those who make the decisions do so with these needs in mind.

Support Groups -  Meet monthly in several Central & South Texas locations for Adults with epilepsy, Parents of children & teens with epilepsy. Adult, Parent, and Family Support Groups are a place to talk with people who know where you're coming from. A forum to give and receive information about epilepsy and treatments A place to stay informed about the latest legislation, research, and resources. 

Counseling - Individual & Family Private Counseling sessions (FREE of charge) Sessions provided for Individuals and Families affected by epilepsy. 

Emergency Medication Assistance - EFCST recognizes the seriousness of medication nonadherence, therefore, EFCST's Emergency Medication Assistance Program is a critical community service program.