Founded in 1971, the Epilepsy Foundation of Alabama is a chapter of the Epilepsy Foundation of America, a network of nearly 50 partners throughout the United States. The Foundation is leading the fight to END EPILEPSY® in Alabama by connecting people to treatment, support and resources; leading advocacy efforts; funding innovative research and the training of specialists; and educating the public about epilepsy and seizure first aid. The Epilepsy Foundation of Alabama seeks to improve the quality of life for individuals with epilepsy and seizures. The organization is guided by a local advisory board.
The Epilepsy & Seizures 24/7 Helpline has trained information specialists standing by to answer your questions about epilepsy and seizures and provide you with help, hope, support, guidance, and access to national and local resources.
Email us at alabama@efa.org
Sara Franklin - Executive Director CEP: sfranklin@efa.org or 205.453.8291
Ballard Jones - Community Operations Manager: bjones@efa.org or 205.453.8281
Jerretta Hulsey-Taylor - Administrative Coordinator: jhulsey-taylor@efa.org or 301.918.3781
The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation is to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives.
