Illinois Epilepsy Support and Resources

06/10/2026

Join us in Rockford June 17, 2026 at 12:00

06/03/2026

Big news for Illinois families living with epilepsy! 🎉

After years of advocacy, collaboration, and persistence, groundbreaking legislation has passed the Illinois General Assembly and now awaits the Governor's signature! Once signed into law, it will expand access to FDA-cleared seizure detection devices through both Illinois Medicaid and private insurance coverage.

This is a major step forward in helping more people access technology that can improve safety, independence, and quality of life. We're incredibly grateful to the advocacy partners, families, clinicians, and community members who helped make this possible. In addition, we celebrate the chief sponsors of this legislation: State Senator Julie Morrisoni and State Representative Bob Morgan, for their tireless efforts.

This expanded device access helps to close a critical gap in epilepsy care—and we are excited for the impact this will have for thousands of Illinois residents in the years ahead. 💙💜

06/01/2026

We love Miles!

Hey Chicagoland: Join us on June 23rd at 6 pm for a special Chicago screening of Under the Lights - A Film, A Movement at the Davis Theater in Lincoln Square.

The film follows 17-year-old Sam as he navigates epilepsy, first love, and the desire to experience a normal teenage life while knowing that flashing lights could trigger a seizure.

Filmmaker and epilepsy advocate Miles Levin will be in attendance for a post-screening Q&A and free poster signing.

Tickets are at https://tinyurl.com/UTLTickets and the price ($17.85) includes a goodie bag & snacks. This film is rated PG-13.

Collaboratively supported by UCB USA and Chicago-based epilepsy organizations including the American Epilepsy Society, CURE Epilepsy, The Danny Did Foundation, and Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, this event brings the epilepsy community together to raise awareness, encourage conversation, and strengthen support for those living with epilepsy.

Invite a friend and help us to show the strength of our Chicago community!

06/01/2026

Amazing!

After years of uncontrolled seizures, Veteran Robert Lindemann became the first patient in the VA system to receive a revolutionary minimally invasive laser treatment for epilepsy. Stories like his remind us how innovation can change lives. 💜

Read more: https://www.epilepsyassociation.com/epilepsyu/first-in-va-to-receive-cutting-edge-epilepsy-treatment

06/01/2026

Welcome June!

Remember to stay hydrated and cool!

05/28/2026

Join us at The Clay Den in Washington IL for a morning of Epilepsy talk and hand building a BBQ Tray!

Please RSVP to our page! #

05/13/2026

💜Join us May 20, 2026 at 12:00 for our Monthly Rockford Support Group!!

05/12/2026

🎨Join us at Open Space Gallery and Studio on Monday May 18, 2026 at 5:30 PM!

💜Please RSVP to our page or email: [email protected]

05/10/2026

05/09/2026

💜Join us at Domas Studio in Assumption IL!

🗓️May 16, 2026 at 10:30 AM!

RSVP to our page!!