"Studio E" Art Therapy Program 

 

The Studio E Art Therapy Project will be held again for the second year.  Studio E is an art therapy program that is sponsored by Lundbeck pharmaceuticals.  Last year we held only one six part session session in Brick for teens.

 

This year we will be holding that session and also another in Parsippany for adults, 18 and older, with Epilepsy.  The sessions will be 3 hours once a week for 6 weeks.  If you are interested in attending, please contact Jenna Andolora at [email protected] or 800.336.5843.

Space is limited.

 

  

Summer 2013 Camp Dates
August 12th through 16th: ECLC School; 21 Lum Ave. Chatham, NJ

  

  

  

  

  

  

The School Nurse Training Program is a continuing education training program designed to provide the school nurse with information, strategies and resources that will enable him/her to better manage the student with seizures by: supporting positive treatment outcomes, maximizing educational and developmental opportunities, as well as ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Each training is 3.5 hours long and FREE for all school nurses. Nurses will receive 3.2 continuing education units after completing the training.

 

To schedule, contact Jenna Andolora to schedule 800.336.5843 or [email protected]

 

Click here to view our Spring/Summer training dates and locations.

  

  

  

  

A newly-released report from Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) has revealed that nearly 450 new medicines are in development to treat neurological disorders, including 28 for epilepsy and seizures.

  

"The Epilepsy Foundation applauds PhRMA and its member companies for their research investments and commitments to innovation," said Phil Gattone, President & CEO of the Epilepsy Foundation.  "For the one third of people with epilepsy who have no effective treatment options to those seeking better seizure control and fewer side effects, investments in new options is critical.  Our community welcomes the news of the Neurological Disorders report and the hope it brings for the future in epilepsy care."

  

  

  

  

  

Epilepsy is characterized by recurrent seizures that present in many different ways. In some cases epileptic patients exhibit a progressive increase in both frequency and severity of seizures. Epigenetic changes such as DNA methylation have recently been implied as an underlying cause of several neurologic disorders, including epilepsy.

 

In this issue of the Journal of Clinical Investigation, Detlev Boison and colleagues at Legacy Research show an increase of DNA methylation in the hippocampi of epileptic animals. They found that increased methyation corresponded with a decrease of adenosine (ADO), which is a known anticonvulsant.

  

  

  

Federal employees can use the following campaign numbers to designate payroll donations to EFNJ.

North Jersey #27341

South Jersey # 84463

  

Are you thinking of selling or trading in your old care?  Why not donate it instead?  As a charitable contribution your vehicle donation could make a big difference.  Our process is simple, quick and convenient and we will provide free and timely pick-up on vehicle donation.  Our program is simple.... The better the care, the greater your tax deduction.

  

To inquire about a donation please contact us.

  

Do you have an old cell phone gathering dust in your closet?  Help the environment and raise funds for EFNJ by donating your old cell phones.  All collected phones will be shipped to a recycling company who will refurbish the phones and provides EFNJ with payment.  Phones need to be working to qualify.

  

To participate please mail or drop off your used phones to any of our 4 statewide locations.

  

Do you know that your employer may be able to match your gift and double the amount you donate to EFNJ or the Family Resource Network?  Most companies and organizations have matching gift programs.  Check with your Human Resource Department and ask them to match your gift to EFNJ or FRN.  If they don't have a matching gift program and they would like to start one please contact Heather Comstock at 609-392-4900.