Welcome to Epilepsy Niagara
My name is Kristin and I am the new management here at the agency. We have made some major changes within the organization as well as made many leaps and bounds towards our goals and dreams for Epilepsy Niagara.
2010 is going to be an amazing year for Epilepsy Niagara. The new Board of Directors is an assembly of invigorating, determined, witty, creative and like-minded individuals who all possess the drive to assist Epilepsy Niagara in becoming a strong non-profit organization in the Niagara Region. Our Board realizes that our clients come first and foremost; and have dedicated themselves to our mission.
There are many other events coming this year, and one of the most anticipated is the 2nd Annual Rylee Morrison Memorial Golf Tournament. For more information regarding the tournament, or if you are interested in donating prizes or being a sponsor - please contact us. We would love to hear from you.
What is Epilepsy?
Epilepsy, one of the oldest conditions known to mankind, is a neurological disorder characterised by recurrent, transient seizures caused by a disturbance in the electrical activity of the central nervous system. According to the World Health Organisation, up to 50 million people worldwide, equating to a prevalence of at least 50 per 100,000 of the general population will have epilepsy at any one time.
Characterised by a tendency to recurrent seizures and defined by two or more unprovoked seizures, the clinical manifestations of seizures will vary depending on where in the brain the disturbance first starts and how far it spreads. Transient symptoms can occur, such as loss of consciousness and disturbances of movement, sensation, mood or mental function. While the condition can develop at any age, it is most often diagnosed before the age of 20 and after the age of 60, and can be due to any one of several conditions, including:
- genetic
- hippocampal sclerosis
- congenital disorders
- cerebrovascular disorders
- alcohol/drugs and metabolic disorders
- cerebral infection
- brain tumours
Electro-encephalograms (EEGs) are used to diagnose epilepsy along with additional tests/techniques, while magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanning can determine the cause. As a result of the wide range of symptoms that can occur, epilepsy is generally classified by seizure type - partial (simple or complex) or generalised - and treatment, which involves regular long-term drug therapy, is commenced once the patient displays more than one seizure.
4 on 4 Game On for Epilepsy Ball Hockey Tournament
Epilepsy Niagara is excited to announce its 1st Annual Co-Ed Ball Hockey Tournament!!! A day of fun will support a great cause!
The tournament will take place at the BHI in St. Catharines (1944 Welland Canals Parkway - Lock 3) on July 10, 2010. Players must arrive by 9:30 to sign in and the games are to start at 10:00am SHARP. Entrance fee for the tournament is a $25.00 donation to Epilepsy Niagara. Teams will consist of 6-12 players - players must provide their own equipment and be 18 years or older - and each team will be guaranteed 3 games! The best 2 teams from the tournament will play a Championship game. All players must pay the $25.00 donation and be registered by and no later than June 30, 2010.
By playing in this Tournament you'll be helping Epilepsy Niagara continue to fulfill its mission of providing support, education and awareness across Niagara.
Click here more information including rules and how to apply and great sponsorship opportunities.
2nd Annual Rylee Morrison Golf Classic
In honour of Rylee Morrison, age 2, lost in October 2007, Epilepsy Niagara held the 1st Annual Rylee Morrison Golf Tournament on May 9th, 2009.
Held at the Niagara Falls Golf Course, the tournament was a great success, raising over $4,000 in proceeds to benefit child/parent support programs and children's summer camp sponsorship.
The day included 18 holes, a delicious homemade pasta lunch, desserts and a silent auction.
Annual General Meeting
Our Annual General Meeting will be held at our office on June 29th, 2010 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. The meeting is open to members and all are welcome to attend.
Epilepsy Niagara
5017 Victoria Avenue
Niagara Falls, Ontario
L2E 4C9
Phone: 905-353-1096 Fax:905-353-0758
