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Our Mission:The Epilepsy Foundation of Rochester-Syracuse-Binghamton will ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; and will prevent, control and cure epilepsy through services, education, advocacy and research. Our Vision:Remove stigma, be first-in-mind for innovative programs, provide fast response and high-quality services for people with epilepsy and related disabilities so they may reach their potential.We serve individuals and families without regard to race, color, sex, age, or national origin. Our funds are provided by NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD), Department of Health (DOH), Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID), Epilepsy Coalition of New York State, Inc., United Way, grants and fund-raising. Hispanic Website We are proud to announce the launch of a comprehensive public awareness campaign for Hispanics through our new Hispanic website and our partnership with Hispanic Communications Network. Click here to view the new website.
The Jeanne A. Carpenter Epilepsy Legal Defense Fund has been created to help people with epilepsy fight discrimination – learn more
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Children and adults with epilepsy, seizure disorders, traumatic brain injuries, or developmental disabilities face a variety of challenges. So do their families. Welcome to the human services agency with the expertise to help them all. News
Use the above button to make a secure online donation and support the vital programs and services of the EF of RSB. (Our official name is Epilepsy Association of Greater Rochester -- so this is what you will see on our Network for Good donation page). Summer Fall 2008 Newsletter Available Online WalkAbout 2008
Thank you to all who joined us on Sunday morning or who supported a walker! We really appreciate your support! The WalkAbout was a huge success this year thanks to all of you.
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Help EF Raise Money with GoodSearch! What if the Epilepsy Foundation of Rochester-Syracuse-Binghamton earned a penny every time you searched the Internet? Or how about if a percentage of every purchase you made online went to support our cause? Well, now it can! GoodSearch.com is a new Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate. Use it just as you would any search engine, get quality search results from Yahoo, and watch the donations add up! GoodShop.com is a new online shopping mall which donates up to 37 percent of each purchase to your favorite cause! Hundreds of great stores including Amazon, Target, Gap, Best Buy, ebay, Macy's and Barnes & Noble have teamed up with GoodShop and every time you place an order, you’ll be supporting your favorite cause. And, be sure to spread the word! Syracuse Office Moves to New Location Check out our new location at 1045 James Street in Syracuse.
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How You Can Help
Enjoy a Great Afternoon of Theatre Support the Epilepsy Foundation of Rochester - Syracuse - Binghamton and enjoy the Webster Theatre Guild's January production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice's Evita. Click here for details. 23rd Annual Chocolate Ball The Epilepsy Foundation's 23rd Annual Chocolate Ball, Under the Mandarin Moon, will be held on January 31, 2009 at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center. Click here for more details. In 2009, a new President, 535 members of Congress and nearly 10,000 state legislators will take office. By signing our petition, you can help us persuade them to support policies that improve the lives of the three million American families affected by epilepsy. Sign the Petition today! |
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