Epilepsy New Zealand

Epilepsy New Zealand 1 in 100 people live with epilepsy in Aoteroa. We are a registered charity, Charities Commission Registration Number: CC10611.

Epilepsy NZ aims to enhance the quality of life for people affected by epilepsy, their whānau, and their communities through education, advocacy, and access to essential support services. Epilepsy New Zealand is the only not-for-profit service provider dedicated to providing information and support services to people with epilepsy. Our Educators provide support to people living with epilepsy and their family/whanau whose lives are turned upside down by an epilepsy diagnosis. Epilepsy New Zealand exists to improve the social condition and quality of life of people with epilepsy, and those who care for them, along with increasing the knowledge of epilepsy in the wider community. Our National Office is based in Hamilton, and we have local offices across the country, with 13 locally based trained epilepsy educators providing services within local communities.

Keeping Our Staff InformedWe have been fortunate to host guest speakers who have imparted invaluable knowledge and insig...
23/09/2025

Keeping Our Staff Informed
We have been fortunate to host guest speakers who have imparted invaluable knowledge and insights to our team. Recently, we welcomed Viona Davis, the Regional Health & Disability Coordinator from the Ministry of Social Development. She provided our staff with information about the support options that some clients may be eligible to access..

Keeping Our Staff InformedWe have been privileged to welcome guest speakers who have shared invaluable knowledge and ins...
21/09/2025

Keeping Our Staff Informed
We have been privileged to welcome guest speakers who have shared invaluable knowledge and insights with our team.
Dr. Sneha Sadani, a Specialist Paediatrician based at Waikato Hospital, informed our Epilepsy NZ staff on Neurodevelopmental Disorders (NDD) related to epilepsy.

19/09/2025

September is Wills Month, an ideal time to create or update your will to make sure everything is set for your loved ones. It's also a wonderful opportunity to consider adding a charitable gift to support the causes you care about.
We warmly encourage you to think about Epilepsy New Zealand and consider leaving just 1% of your estate. Your support helps us continue our important work and make a positive impact together.
We have partnered with Gathered Here, who have a 100% free Will-writing service. To find out more and write your will, follow this link
https://gatheredhere.com/nz/c/epilepsy-nz...

ENZ has refreshed our youth print resources and we have a lot of Thursday Thank You to go around.Thank you to Brebner Pr...
18/09/2025

ENZ has refreshed our youth print resources and we have a lot of Thursday Thank You to go around.

Thank you to Brebner Print for stretching our funding to give us a larger print run.

Thanks to the creators of our new books.
Puri Hauiti for allowing us to do a print run of his book ‘Maia has Epilepsy’, part of the Maia series.
Anna and Eve Baker for the poems and illustrations for ‘The Niggle’.
We’ve also printed a new stock of ‘Because you are my friend’ by Carol Buchanan and Adelle Jackson.

And we could never have done it without our amazing funders.

Pelorus Trust, funding resources in Taranaki, Wellington, Marlborough, Christchurch.
Disability Community Trust, funding resources for Eastern Bay of Plenty.
Sunrise Foundation, funding resources for Tairawhiti.
Kingdom Foundation, via Perpetual Guardian, funding resources for Manawatu.

Thank you all for your support in helping young people understand epilepsy!

Brebner Print.
https://brebnerprint.co.nz/

Pelorus Trust
https://www.pelorustrust.net.nz/

Disability Community Trust
https://ebopdct.org.nz/

Sunrise Foundation
https://www.sunrisefoundation.org.nz/

Maia series https://www.facebook.com/groups/1318486046255214/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT

Keeping Our Staff InformedWe have been fortunate to host guest speakers who have provided valuable education and updates...
16/09/2025

Keeping Our Staff Informed

We have been fortunate to host guest speakers who have provided valuable education and updates to our staff. Paul Kelly, Senior Hospital Territory Manager for Seqirus NZ, visited us to discuss various anti-seizure medications.
Additionally, we extend our gratitude to Seqirus for sponsoring our Hui in Hamilton for the Epilepsy NZ team.

Invercargill Support Group Is On This WeekHilary will supply the Tea and Coffee.
16/09/2025

Invercargill Support Group Is On This Week

Hilary will supply the Tea and Coffee.

Wills MonthIncluding a small bequest to Epilepsy New Zealand in your will is a gift that will help us continue to innova...
15/09/2025

Wills Month

Including a small bequest to Epilepsy New Zealand in your will is a gift that will help us continue to innovate, explore and implement the very best programmes and services; work with researchers and the medical community to find new and improved treatments and strive for a cure; and give those living with epilepsy access to the information, support and care they will need.

Your one decision, to include Epilepsy New Zealand in your Will, can change people’s lives forever.

Download our brochure for more information
https://epilepsy.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ENZ001-Bequest_A4Brochu

We have partnered with Gathered Here, who have a 100% free Will-writing service. To find out more and write your will, follow this link
https://gatheredhere.com/nz/c/epilepsy-nz?gh_cuid=1kctKaLwF6&gh_cch=%40campaign%2Fchannel%2Fsocial

Keeping Our Staff InformedWe have been lucky to welcome guest speakers who have educated and updated our staff. Dr. Rach...
11/09/2025

Keeping Our Staff Informed

We have been lucky to welcome guest speakers who have educated and updated our staff. Dr. Rachael Sumner shared her research on Catamenial Epilepsy. She informed our team that approximately 40% of women with epilepsy find that their menstrual cycle can exacerbate their seizures, leading to twice as many seizures as usual, occurring only at certain times during their cycle.
To watch Dr Rachael Sumner discuss her research, watch this short video https://youtu.be/HfBZxjvb8_c

September is International FASD Awareness MonthFetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a major cause of preventable in...
11/09/2025

September is International FASD Awareness Month
Fetal alcohol spectrum disorder (FASD) is a major cause of preventable intellectual and developmental challenges in New Zealand, and it can sometimes lead to epilepsy. Individuals living with FASD may face a variety of physical, behavioural, learning, and intellectual challenges throughout their lives. The effects differ for each person, depending on the timing and amount of alcohol exposure during pregnancy.
For a more in-depth understanding of FASD go to https://www.tewhatuora.govt.nz/for-health-professionals/clinical-guidance/diseases-and-conditions/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder/fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder

10/09/2025

September: Wills Month

September marks Wills Month, a perfect time to create or revise your will, ensuring that your affairs are in order and that your loved ones are cared for. Additionally, consider the chance to include a charitable gift in your will to support causes close to your heart. We invite you to think of Epilepsy New Zealand and consider leaving just 1% of your estate to help sustain our ongoing services.

We have partnered with Gatheredhere, who have a 100% free Will-writing service. To find out more and write your will, follow this link
https://gatheredhere.com/nz/c/epilepsy-nz?gh_cuid=1kctKaLwF6&gh_cch=%40campaign%2Fchannel%2Fsocial

Members Last Chance to Register for Our Online AGMOur Annual General Meeting (AGM), is taking place online on 23rd Septe...
08/09/2025

Members Last Chance to Register for Our Online AGM

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM), is taking place online on 23rd September 2025 at 7:00 PM. We’d love to see as many members as possible join us.
If you haven’t already, please pre-register by emailing agm@epilepsy.org.nz by 15th September. This helps us ensure you receive the online meeting invite.

Wills MonthIncluding a bequest in your Will is a heartfelt way to make a lasting difference, not only in your life but i...
08/09/2025

Wills Month
Including a bequest in your Will is a heartfelt way to make a lasting difference, not only in your life but in the lives of others. We understand that your first priority is to care for your loved ones, and we encourage you to ensure their needs are met. Your kindness and thoughtfulness in considering a bequest to Epilepsy New Zealand is deeply appreciated.
When you choose to remember Epilepsy New Zealand in your Will, you’re joining a caring community dedicated to making a positive impact. Your generous gift will provide ongoing support and resources for individuals and families affected by epilepsy. This act of kindness helps ensure that they receive the care and assistance they need now and in the future.
To find out more and write your will follow this link
https://gatheredhere.com/nz/c/epilepsy-nz?gh_cuid=1kctKaLwF6&gh_cch=%40campaign%2Fchannel%2Fsocial

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Epilepsy House, 6 Vialou Street
Hamilton
3204

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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+64800374537

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